What You Need to Know
News
- September 10, 2026: New York State and New York City Health Departments Endorse 2026–2027 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations
- September 9, 2026: New York State Department of Health and New Rochelle YMCA Announce Expanded Access to Free Swimming Lessons Through Governor Hochul’s NY Swims Initiative
- September 9, 2026: Statement From the Northeast Public Health Collaborative Reaffirms Support for Respiratory Vaccines and Applauds Digital Resource Hub for Patients and Health Care Providers
- September 4, 2026: Governor Hochul Announces $76 Million to Strengthen Rural Healthcare Across New York State
- August 31, 2026: On International Overdose Awareness Day, Governor Hochul Highlights Major Decline in Overdose Deaths Across New York State
- August 27, 2026: New York State and New York City Health Departments Urge New Yorkers to Give Blood Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
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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.
