What You Need to Know
News
- January 9, 2026: New York State Department of Health Urges New Yorkers To Get Vaccinated As Flu Cases Remain High
- January 8, 2026: New York State Department of Health Highlights Urgent Need for Blood Donations During National Blood Donor Month
- January 6, 2026: New York State Department of Health Confirms That Childhood Vaccination Policies Remain Unchanged
- January 2, 2026: New York State Department of Health Confirms Highest Number of Flu Hospitalizations in a Week
- December 30, 2025: Governor Hochul Celebrates Landmark $3.8 Billion Investment in Water Infrastructure During SFY 2025
- December 30, 2025: New York State Department of Health & New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports Encourage New Yorkers to Reduce Alcohol Consumption in the New Year
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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.
