What You Need to Know
News
- April 2, 2025: New York State Department of Health Issues Travel Advisory for All New Yorkers Due to Measles Outbreaks in U.S. and Abroad
- April 2, 2025: Statement From Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on Autism Awareness Day
- April 1, 2025: CDPAP Update: State Department of Health Announces Ongoing Progress in CDPAP Transition, As Home Care Workers Begin Logging Hours With New Statewide Fiscal Intermediary
- April 1, 2025: Governor Hochul Issues Proclamation Declaring April Sexual Assault Awareness Month
- March 31, 2025: New York State Department of Health Provides Update on Latest Progress on CDPAP Transition to PPL Ahead of April 1 Deadline
- March 28, 2025: By the Numbers: Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on the Devastating Impact of Federal Cuts on New York State’s Health and Human Service Programs
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Local Health Departments
Local health departments (LHD) are leading the community response to COVID-19. They provide vaccinations, boosters, testing, and guidance on quarantine and isolation. They can tell you how to best care for yourself and your family if you test positive for COVID-19.
LHDs promote healthy behaviors and protect the public from health problems and hazards.
Do you:
- Need a rabies vaccine for your pet?
- Feel sick after eating at a restaurant?
- Need to report a potential health violation?
- Have questions about health or sanitary regulations?
- Want to attend a clinic to learn about child safety seats, Lyme disease, radon, or other health topics?
Contact your local health department for more information.
