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What is the Medical Reserve Corps?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a dedicated team of trained volunteers who step forward when their communities need them most. Whether responding to a pandemic, supporting recovery after a natural disaster, or assisting during public health emergencies, MRC members play a vital role in protecting and strengthening local communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As an MRC volunteer, you will receive training in advance, ensuring you are ready to make a difference when emergencies arise. Beyond response efforts, you can also contribute by supporting immunization clinics, preparedness campaigns, community events, and health education programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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By volunteering with the MRC, you become part of a respected network of citizens committed to safeguarding the health and resilience of our communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Central New York Medical Reserve Corps (CNYMRC) serves public health emergency needs across Cayuga, Cortland, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Onondaga, Oswego, and Tompkins counties, providing trained volunteers where they are needed most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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