New York State Association of County Health Officials

01/19/2026

Public health and social justice go hand in hand in the ongoing effort to achieve equity and democracy. On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, NYSACHO proudly reaffirms its commitment to health equity for all New Yorkers.

01/16/2026

Governor’s Hochul’s State of the State address sent a clear message that proven public
health strategies and the science of public health continue to be embraced in New York
State. We are grateful to the Governor for her leadership in prioritizing public health. Read NYSACHO's full press release here:https://nysacho.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Statement-on-the-State-of-the-State-Address_01.14.2026.pdf

01/15/2026

Congratulations to the Livingston County, New York Health Department on achieving PHAB reaccreditation/, a significant and well-deserved accomplishment.
Reaccreditation reflects years of dedication, teamwork, and a sustained commitment to meeting the highest national standards for public health practice. Livingston County continues to set the bar for excellence in New York State, not only through its own work, but through leadership and peer support that strengthens public health infrastructure statewide.
NYSACHO was honored to join in recognizing this achievement and to celebrate the incredible staff whose efforts make a lasting impact on the health of their community.

01/15/2026

Maintaining and understanding data is key to understanding the public health impact of a local health department's work, and Ulster County Department of Health knows this. Congratulations to Kelly Perry on her Golden Faucet award for her work supporting her coworkers and community by ensuring access to timely, accurate data.

And January's Golden Faucet Award goes to… 🎉Kelly Perry🎉!

Our data go-to guru with numbers know-how, Kelly is the glue that has helped the Department of Health run by building and maintaining numerous public health data systems. Simply put, the work of the department in keeping Ulster County residents safe and healthy couldn't happen without Kelly, so we're eternally grateful!

Learn more about what we do at https://www.ulstercountyny.gov/Departments/Health

💡Did you know? The golden faucet represents the groundbreaking public health work of John Snow who traced the deadly 1854 cholera outbreak in London to badly sourced water.



¡Y el Premio de la Llave de Oro de enero va para… 🎉Kelly Perry🎉!

Nuestra gurú de datos con una profundidad de expertise, Kelly es una pieza clave que ha ayudado al Departamento de Salud a funcionar mediante la construcción y el mantenimiento de numerosos sistemas de datos de salud pública. En pocas palabras, el trabajo del departamento para mantener a los residentes del Condado de Ulster seguros y saludables no podría suceder sin Kelly, así que estamos eternamente agradecidos!

Aprende más sobre lo que hacemos en https://www.ulstercountyny.gov/Departments/Health

💡¿Sabías que? La llave de oro representa el trabajo innovador en salud pública de John Snow, quien rastreó el mortal brote de cólera de 1854 en Londres al agua mal suministrada.

01/12/2026

Yates County Public Health and local health departments across the state help families prepare for emergencies.

Emergencies can happen anytime. Are you ready? ✅

01/09/2026

The Oswego County Health Department offers FREE Narcan training and Narcan Kits to Oswego County Residents ages 18+.

Narcan is a lifesaving medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Narcan is given as a spray up the nose, and can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose in 2 to 3 minutes.

To request free Narcan or risk reduction supplies to be mailed directly to you, visit: https://health.oswegocountyny.gov/new_page/fentanyl_test_strips.php

To request a Narcan training, visit: https://health.oswegocountyny.gov/new_page/naloxone_(narcan)_training.php

Remember, you can save a life by carrying Narcan.

01/09/2026

ECHD is alerting the community to a recent increase in drug-related overdoses. Data from the Overdose Mapping Application Program (ODMAP) indicates there have been three fatal overdoses within the past 30 days.
Between January 6 and December 5, 2025, there were a total of three fatal overdoses in Essex County. The County has experienced as many fatalities in the last month as it did in nearly the entire year of 2025.
Anyone who uses drugs is at risk for an overdose, if you know someone at risk, please visit our website for resources including free Narcan kits at https://health.essexcountyny.gov/community-opioid-overdose-prevention-program/
Alliance for Positive Health (support and services for individuals affected by substance use disorder)
518-641-1976
Naloxone 518-478-2168
Dial 988; it is available 24/7 for support.
Information on treatment services available in or near your community can be found using the Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator at
https://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

Another great Wellness Wednesday event yesterday. Thank you Mohawk Valley Health System, Utica University Nexus Center and Utica Comets for hosting. We provided DeTerra medication disposal bags and Narcan along with other health information.

01/05/2026

Creativity plays an important role in mental health and community well-being 💙🎨
Thank you to the Oswego County Health Department and The Art Scene for hosting this Mental Health Art Show and creating space for community members ages 12+ to express themselves through art.

The Art Scene is hosting a Mental Health Art Show that highlights creativity as a tool for reflection and well-being. Multiple art forms are welcome, and community members ages 12+ are invited to participate!

Here is the link for more information: https://health.oswegocountyny.gov/mental_health_art_show.php

Here is the link to register:https://tally.so/r/wv6gaA

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01/05/2026

🩺 The Upstate University Hospital Mobile Mammography Unit will be on site Jan. 14 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Women age 40 and older can receive a breast cancer screening in about 15 minutes. Free at-home colorectal cancer screening kits are also available for those age 45+ when scheduling. Appointments preferred. Learn more or schedule at upstate.edu/noexcuses or call 315-464-2588.