What You Need to Know
News
- September 5, 2025: Governor Hochul Signs Executive Order Expanding Access to Vaccines Amid Uncertainty in Washington
- September 3, 2025: Governor Hochul Announces Largest Criminal Vape Enforcement Action in New York History
- August 31, 2025: Governor Hochul Announces Lighting of State Landmarks for International Overdose Awareness Day
- August 31, 2025: DEC Directs Great Lakes Cheese Facility to Take Immediate Action to Address Ongoing Environmental Impacts to Ischua Creek
- August 28, 2025: DEC Investigating Environmental Impacts to Ischua Creek in Cattaraugus County
- August 28, 2025: DEC and DOH Issue Recreational Use Advisory for Ischua Creek in Cattaraugus County
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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.