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Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, located in St. Lawrence County, is seeking state approval to discontinue its services as the sole birthing center within a 30-mile radius.

Steady: 0 in the last 7 days Updated oct 9

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  3. Advocates for state funding and warns of coverage loss for residents in the North Country region of New York.

How it started

5 reports, 3 independent, last reported Aug 5. The briefing below covers this first event.

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Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center, located in St. Lawrence County, is seeking state approval to discontinue its services as the sole birthing center within a 30-mile radius.

Who's involved

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Claxton-Hepburn Medical CenterNew York State Department of HealthSt. Lawrence County

How it developed

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  1. Hochul signed legislation restricting ICE collaboration in St. Lawrence County.Sub-event
  2. The hospital is facing bankruptcy proceedings and service cuts affecting Ogdensburg residents.1 source
  3. An orthopaedic group is operating in Watertown, and medical center services in the North Country are facing scrutiny from local council members regarding the future of the medical center.Sub-event
  4. Advocacy groups, including the New York State Nurses Association, are campaigning against health service closures in St. Lawrence County.Sub-event
  5. The center is operating at a loss, leading to proposals to eliminate labor and delivery services.1 source
  6. Birthing center seeking state approval to close services in St. Lawrence County.1 source

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