Health

Waterford doctor charged with forcible touching and sex abuse

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011, 5:11pm

WATERFORD - Two more women are now accusing a Waterford doctor of sexual abuse.

NewsChannel 13 has also learned he has been ordered to stay in the country. Dr. Zahid Nazir was charged yesterday with sex abuse and forcible touching of a patient.

Police say he was writing prescriptions for a patient shortly after sexual contact. The victim was undergoing treatment for drug addiction.

The alleged acts took place in his office on Third Street in Waterford. A judge has ordered Nazir to surrender his passport.

He had been planning a trip to Saudi Arabia.

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County participates in 'Take Back Day'

Submitted by Sophia Sofferman, WNYT Web Producer

Wednesday, October 19th, 2011, 11:47am

The Albany County Sheriffs Department, along with several communities around the region are hosting a "Drug Take Back Day" on Saturday, October 29.

The US Drug Enforcement Administration is encouraging residents to safely dispose of unwanted or unused prescription drugs.

Studies show a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends.

In addition, unused medications flushed down the toilet or poured down the sink can enter the water supply, harming fish and other wildlife and posing a potential risk to people. No hazardous waste, such as used needles or illegal drugs will be accepted.

They can be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Crossgates Mall parking lot across from Border's and Ruby Tuesday's, the Albany Police Dept. South Station, and the Watervliet Police Department.

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NY drops eye test for driver's license renewal

Submitted by WNYT Staff

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011, 5:19pm

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New York is dropping its requirement for vision tests to make it easier for drivers to renew licenses online or by mail.

Department of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Barbara Fiala said in a statement Monday that the change is one of several stemming from Gov. Andrew Cuomo's call for streamlining by state agencies. Another change is a new Internet application, "MyDMV," which allows customers to set up personal online accounts to do business with DMV.

Starting Wednesday, drivers will "self-certify" that they meet the vision requirement when they renew. New licenses and commercial licenses will still require eye tests at a DMV office or by a doctor.

Fiala said vision testing wasn't required in New York from 1993-2000, and six other states don't require eye tests for renewals.

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Confirmed case of West Nile found in Albany County

Submitted by WNYT Staff

Wednesday, September 21st, 2011, 5:17pm

The Albany County Health Department says there's been a human case of West Nile Virus illness. This is the first ever confirmed case in the county.

A person over the age of 60 had the infection. No other information about the person is being released.

“This first human case of West Nile Virus illness in Albany County appears to be a direct consequence of the unprecedented floods caused by the recent hurricane and tropical storm. It is important to note that West Nile Virus illness can be prevented. Taking personal protective measures to reduce exposure to mosquito bites can considerably reduce the risk of getting West Nile Virus illness” said Albany County Health Commissioner Dr. James Crucetti in a statement.

Recent rains created a great 'breeding' environment for mosquitoes; so take precautions to protect yourself and your family.

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State announces emergency replacement food stamp benefits due to hurricane Irene

Submitted by Sophia Sofferman, WNYT Web Producer

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011, 2:47pm

The State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) has announced that Food Stamp recipients who lost food as a result of Hurricane Irene can get replacement Food Stamp benefits.

"The widespread destruction incurred by this storm has been devastating to communities across the State, leaving many without the most basic of necessities, including shelter and food," said OTDA Acting Commissioner Elizabeth Berlin in a statement. "The replacement Food Stamps we are issuing will help New York's most vulnerable residents who were impacted by the storm to provide for their families' nutritional needs as they begin the process of recovering from this tragedy."

Food Stamp recipients who lost food as a result of Hurricane Irene may be eligible to receive emergency replacement benefits.

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1st Annual Tru Joyride 50 Mile Motorcycle Poker Run

Submitted by WNYT Staff

Thursday, September 1st, 2011, 11:09am

The first annual Tru Joyride 50 Mile Motorcycle Poker Run is being held on Saturday, September 10.

The run begins at Spitzie’s Motorcycle Center and ends at Taft Furniture on Central Avenue. The event also includes non-riding activities like a 50/50 raffle, silent auction, bake sale, live entertainment and bar-b-que.

Registration for the ride is $20 per person and includes a meal pass and map of the ride. Meal passes are also available for purchase. You may purchase passes up until 10:30 a.m. on the day of the ride.

The ride is to benefit Tru Joy -- a non-profit organization located in Cohoes, NY dedicated to supporting and empowering women and their families affected by breast or ovarian cancer.

For more information about Tru Joy, click here.

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