What You Need to Know
News
- October 13, 2026: Governor Hochul Directs New York State Landmarks to Be Lit Teal, Green and Pink in Honor of Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day
- October 9, 2026: New York State Health Commissioner Receives COVID and Influenza Seasonal Immunizations, Urges New Yorkers to Do the Same
- October 5, 2026: Governor Hochul Declares State Disaster Emergency in Response to Ongoing Measles Outbreak
- September 24, 2026: Governor Hochul Announces $48.3 Million Awarded for the Healthcare Access Loan Repayment Program
- September 17, 2026: Governor Hochul Announces $130 Million in Grants to Inventory and Replace Lead Service Lines
- September 15, 2026: New York State Department of Health Launches Measles Dashboard
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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.
