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Disconnected: Social media, cellphones take toll on kids’ mental …

WebSocial media is taking a toll on their self-esteem, their attention span, even their physical health, she said. Mullady, who works primarily with elementary school students ages 5 …

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NYSUT Women to examine impact of Alzheimer’s

WebNow, we know women are more susceptible due to a variety of factors, including pregnancy, hormones and heart health, which can influence blood and oxygen flow to the brain, she …

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Exploring mental health through an equity lens

WebDiscussing these differences and teaching educators how to better help underrepresented students was the focus of “Promoting Health and Well-Being Through an Equity Lens: Cultivating Cultures of Care and …

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NYSUT Women mobilize around health issues

WebS. ince its founding, the NYSUT Women’s Committee has prioritized women’s health as a vital issue, and this November’s annual meeting turned the spotlight on key health areas for women, including …

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Union offers members resources on dealing with trauma

WebThe American Federation of Teachers offers support on mental health and trauma. Visit https://nysut.cc/trauma2. The New York State Education Department offers several …

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Give nurses what they need

WebAccording to the AFT’s “Healthcare Staffing Shortage Task Force Report,” one in five health care clinicians have quit their jobs since the beginning of the pandemic. Of those who stayed in their jobs, nearly one in three …

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SUNY’s three teaching hospitals need a cash injection to stay strong

WebUNY’s three public teaching hospitals, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Upstate Medical University and Stony Brook University Hospital are on the brink of a …

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Unions press lawmakers for more higher ed mental …

WebAmong the common refrains from union representatives was the need to bring down mental health counselor-to-student ratios statewide. UUP President Fred Kowal said SUNY needs to hire 50 counselors …

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New Rochelle incident highlights critical role of school …

WebNew Rochelle High School is home to 3,260 students; that is one nurse for every 1,086 students, and many of those students have health concerns. “We have lots of students with chronic illnesses here,” said Miceli. “We …

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Benefits & services available to NYSUT members

WebN. YSUT Member Benefits is excited to announce the launch of a Peer Support Line, which is available at no cost to all NYSUT members and their families. Created through a …

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Union program connects school nurses across the state

WebTricia Geisel, NYSUT’s Workplace Health & Safety specialist who has been helping spearhead the union initiative, said school nurses are in a unique professional position. …

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Educating on the need for organ donations

WebShe was happy but nervous — doctors expedited her series of pre-transplant tests because Root’s health was quickly deteriorating. Root was first diagnosed with IGA nephropathy, …

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‘Sounds of Wellness’ program explores history, healing

Webhe impact of music on emotions, mental health and wellness was the focus of a February Black History Month event facilitated by NYSUT Secretary-Treasurer J. Philippe …

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1-in-5 campaign aims to combat childhood poverty

WebN. early one in five New York children live in poverty, a rate that exceeds the national average and overall poverty rates in both the state and country. That’s why in January, …

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Members band together against breast cancer

WebBinghamton. Ben and Linda Frisbie, both retired members of the Owego-Apalachin Teachers Association, have been supporting Making Strides of Binghamton for more …

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CTE works: Profiles from the field

WebIn 2006, she was invited to retool Newburgh’s health science/nursing assistant program. During her tenure at Newburgh, Romano has increased student enrollment in the nursing …

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Benefits & services available to NYSUT members

WebNYSUT members can learn more about our benefit and savings opportunities by exploring memberbenefits.nysut.org or calling 800-626-8101. Members are encouraged to join our …

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Protect your family, save money with Member Benefits

WebYour NYSUT membership provides you with valuable benefits such as contract protection, higher salaries than non-union employees and better access to affordable health care. In …

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NYSUT praises full Foundation Aid plan; calls for other crucial …

Webhile praising the executive budget’s historic commitment to Foundation Aid, NYSUT President Andy Pallotta urged lawmakers to add funding for several crucial initiatives to …

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NYSUT legislative priority: Restore Foundation Aid / NYSUT budget

WebIn Saratoga County, the 1,400 student Schuylerville School District is facing a cut of 17 percent of its Foundation Aid, nearly 6 percent of last year’s total budget. Career and …

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Let Member Benefits help make this your best summer

WebYour NYSUT membership allows you to participate in dozens of endorsed programs and services offered by NYSUT Member Benefits, including several new health and wellness …

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