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Hispanic Heritage Month: A Commitment to Advancing Health

9/15/2025 • Posted by Dr. Denise Nuñez, Niño de la Caridad Foundation Founder and CEO • in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Health-Related Social Needs, In The Community

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time of reflection, celebration, and unity. For me, it is deeply personal, a reminder of the strength, resilience, and cultural pride that defines our community. It is also a call to action to honor our heritage not only with words, but through efforts that uplift the health and well-being of Hispanic families across New York and beyond.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

9/8/2025 • Posted by Sharon T. McLaughlin, MD • in Health and Wellness, Women's Health

What is ovarian cancer? Ovarian cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in the ovary. It can spread throughout the body. It is the deadliest of gynecologic cancers. There are different types of ovarian cancer. The most common type of ovarian cancer is abnormal growth of the cells on the surface of the ovary. It is called epithelial ovarian cancer.

Healthy Habits Can Help Prevent Childhood Obesity

9/5/2025 • Posted by Dr. Nicole Belanger-Reynolds, Internal Medicine

September is National Childhood Obesity Month. it's a time to address obesity rates among children in the U.S. Those rates have doubled since 1980 and have tripled for teens. About 19.7% of children ages 2 to 19 are considered obese.

Prostate Cancer Awareness and Prevention

9/5/2025 • Posted by Dr. Alan J. Wieder, Internal Medicine • in Health and Wellness, Men's Health

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men, but it is often successfully treated when found early.

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Invitation to Fidelis Care’s July Provider Office Hours

6/23/2026 • Posted by Provider Relations

Fidelis Care will host four Provider Office Hours in July 2026. During the webinars, Fidelis Care staff will be available to share information, provide an overview of provider resources, and answer your questions.

HHAeXchange & Fidelis Care Partnership

6/18/2026 • Posted by Provider Relations

As you may be aware, Section 12006 of the 21st Century Cures Act, along with CMS guidance, required states to implement Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) for Personal Care Services by January 1, 2021, and for Home Health Care Services by January 1, 2023.

6/18/2026 • Posted by Provider Relations

Fidelis Care would like to inform providers of an important update from New York State regarding Child Health Plus (CHPlus) eligibility requirements.

Provider Webinar: CoC+/ CCA Program Training & Live Demo

6/9/2026 • Posted by Provider Relations

Join us for a focused overview of the CoC+ program and how it supports coordinated, patient-centered care.

Private Duty Nursing Updates as of July 1, 2026

6/5/2026 • Posted by Provider Relations

Fidelis Care would like to advise Providers of an update to the Private Duty Nursing (PDN) manual as of July 1, 2026.

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