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ECMC and NFL Hall of Famer Jim Kelly urge everyone to get vaccinated as we continue the fight against COVID-19.

Amazon Prime Day is here! Starting today and through tomorrow, you can support the ECMC Foundation through Amazon Smile. Sign up for Amazon Smile and select ECMC Foundation, Inc. as your preferred charity at smile.amazon.com/ch/22-3283946.

Sickle cell disease currently affects millions around the world, but its ongoing impact is still underestimated. #WorldSickleCellDay is an opportunity to raise awareness, and ultimately, change its trajectory. Find out how you can help at http://bit.ly/SickleCellDay2021.

By illuminating its iconic tower and main entrance letters in three of the Pan-African colors of red, yellow, green and black, on June 18 and 19, ECMC honors Black Americans in recognition of Juneteenth.

Autistic Pride Day is not a day to raise awareness for a cure. It’s a date to celebrate the capabilities, successes, and fulfilling contributions of those living with autism in our community. They’re a part of what makes Buffalo the City of Good Neighbors. #AutisticPride2021

Get ready for Prime Day! Amazon Prime Day is coming up on June 21st and 22nd in which you can support the ECMC Foundation. Sign up for AmazonSmile and select ECMC Foundation, Inc. as your preferred charity at smile.amazon.com/ch/22-3283946.

January is Volunteer Blood Donor Month, and ECMC’s community partners at ConnectLife can help you donate to those in dire need of assistance. Learn how you can help at www.connectlife.org, then schedule your donation today.

Please review ECMC's updated visitation policy effective today, January 26th, 2021.

Thank you to the Fork Crew who donated 20 pizzas to ECMC’s frontline heroes in our Emergency Department. The Fork Crew, comprised of WNY educators, wanted to say thank you to ECMC’s dedicated caregivers, while also supporting local small businesses with their food purchases. Your generosity and thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated!!!

Congratulations to ECMC’s dedicated, talented and excellent Trauma Intensive Care Unit caregivers for receiving the silver-level AACN American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Beacon Award for Excellence! Because of your hard work on behalf of your patients, this three-year designation highlights the TICU’s achievement of exceptional care through improved outcomes and greater overall patient satisfaction. #AACNBeacon

ECMC is proud of our Buffalo Bills for providing us a thrilling, fun-filled season - winning the AFC East, hosting our first playoff game in 25 years and reaching the AFC Championship. You represented our region with great poise and professionalism. Thank you for providing us with such joy and we look forward to even greater success going forward! Go Bills!!!

Nothing stops our frontline caregivers from their devotion to our community and patients! While vaccinations continue, we still need your help. This month, join Russell Salvatore as he matches all donations to ECMC. Text ECMC to 76278 or visit https://bit.ly/Give-to-ECMC to give today!

Registration ends October 31st! Get active to support ECMC's Level 1 Trauma Center. Visit http://bit.ly/OneNYCARES to join Team Erie County Medical Center and sign up today!

ECMC recognizes and thanks our "Heroes of Health Care Facilities" for the important role that facility team members have in ensuring a safe and efficient environment for all patients, residents, visitors and staff.

#RespiratoryCareWeek was established nearly 40 years ago to illuminate the work of respiratory therapists. Since then, their service to patients with breathing or cardiopulmonary disorders has remained critical. Learn more about their work at http://bit.ly/Respiratory-Therapy.

Call the YOU Center for Wellness at ECMC: 716-898-4119 for additional Information or an appointment for PrEP / HIV Services. The YOU Center also offers Walk-in Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) / HIV. Learn more about PrEP with today’s WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo #MedicalMinute video: http://bit.ly/MedicalMinute-Oct26

What’s next for the hometown Bills? A trip to New Jersey to battle the AFC East-rival Jets. Josh Allen and Co. are ready to go, and ECMC is behind themevery step of the way. Let’s go, #Buffalo! #GoBills

ECMC Celebrates National Red Ribbon Week to Support Healthy, Drug-Free Kids! Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s oldest and largest drug prevention awareness program. The mission of Red Ribbon Week is to encourage children, families and communities to live healthy, happy and drug-free lives. It also serves as a reminder that we are all empowered with shaping the communities around us through positivity, bravery and strength. For ECMC Substance Use Treatment Services, visit ECMC.edu or call 716-898-HOPE and begin your recovery journey today!

One pint of blood can save up to three lives! Learn more about our partnership with ConnectLife and find a blood drive in your area with today’s WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo #MedicalMinute video: http://bit.ly/MedicalMinute-Oct22

Recognizing ECMC's pharmacy team this week and always for their continued hard work and care! #NationalPharmacyWeek

Today, ECMC officials announced the appointment of Michelle Kraus as Administrator of Long-term Care for the Corporation: http://bit.ly/ECMC-Michelle-Kraus In this capacity, Michelle Kraus oversees ECMC’s Terrace View Long-Term Care Facility. Michelle has strong administrative experience throughout the long-term care industry and brings extensive leadership skills to this position. Most recently, she served as Associate CEO/Health Center Administrator for Fox Run at Orchard Park.

During this year’s #NationalPharmacyWeek we thank ECMC’s dedicated pharmacists, technicians, pharmacy residents and support staff for their excellent service to our patients. Thank you for your important contributions to the care and safety of all ECMC patients!

Medical assistants serve as critical support for physicians and other healthcare professionals. It’s also a rapidly-growing career field, with opportunities available in many positions and placesincluding ECMC. Check our job listings today at http://bit.ly/ECMC_Careers.

Last May, The Leapfrog Groupan independent, not-for-profit organization of the nation’s leading private health care expertsawarded ECMC with an A safety rating. Learn more about the recognition and our commitment to patient care at http://bit.ly/ECMC-Leapfrog2020.

Pharmacy technicians are an essential part of every healthcare team, and a vital cog in both patient safety and wellness. Today, we acknowledge their great workand ask that you do the same on your next pharmacy visit. #PharmacyTechnicianDay