NY department of health ‘exploring options’ after judge strikes down COVID vaccine mandate for health workers

A New York Supreme Court judge struck down a mandate Friday that required all health care workers in the state to be vaccinated against the coronavirus, said Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Health had exceeded their authority.

In his ruling, Judge Gerard Neri said the mandate is “null, void, and of no effect” because the state can’t require health care workers to get vaccinations that aren’t required by public health law, which includes mumps, measles and hepatitis.

The state health department said Saturday it is “exploring its options” after the ruling.

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Free Online Coaching Clinic – PHE America

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Don’t miss Georgia Southern Coaching Education’s next FREE online coaching clinic on Thursday 1/19/23 at 7pm eastern in partnership with the Minority Coaches Association of Georgia.

SPEAKERS & TOPICS:

SaJason FinleyMS, SCCC, USAW-II, RPR-I, FMS, PN-I
Role: Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Central Phenix-City HS
Topic: 4 Pillars Mindset, Movement, Nutrition, Recovery

Bridget MeltonEd.D., CSCS*D, TSAC-F*D, CEP, cPT, FMS 2
Role: Professor at Georgia Southern
Topic: Concepts of Improving Upper Body Mobility

Joseph Myricks, M.Ed, USAW Level 1
Role: Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Alexander High School
Topic: Do The Most:

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Good Stocks To Buy For 2023? 3 Healthcare Stocks To Know

Healthcare stocks are shares of companies that operate within the healthcare sector, such as pharmaceutical firms, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare service providers. These stocks can potentially generate significant returns for investors seeking to diversify their portfolios. However, it is important to note that investing in healthcare stocks also carries its own set of risks and challenges.

One of the key factors to consider when investing in healthcare stocks is the stability of the company. Healthcare is a constantly evolving industry and companies that can adapt to changing market conditions and regulatory environments are more likely to be successful in

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Happy Holidays! – PHE America

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Quebec health-care workers brace for surge of patients in ERs

As many Montrealers cherish one more day of relaxation before heading back to work, already-tired health-care professionals are fearing tough times ahead in the province’s emergency rooms.

“I think after New Year’s, it’s going to be like a catastrophe,” said Melanie Gignac, a nurse who heads the Monteregie-West Nurses Union.

While last New Year’s Eve, Quebec was under curfew, this year, parties were in full swing.

People are finally able to see their loved ones during the holidays. We weren’t allowed to do that last year,” said Dr. Cristian Toarta, McGill University Health Center Associate Emergency Department Chief.

“Unfortunately,

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