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Saratoga County Department of Health

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Saratoga County Department of Health

Protect, maintain, and improve the health and well-being of all Saratoga County residents.

Thank you for visiting Saratoga County Public Health Services on Facebook. This page has been created to provide information regarding public health issues, educational and outreach opportunities, and public service announcements within our Saratoga County communities. We are located in Ballston Spa, and provide services to residents in the towns of: Ballston, Charlton, Clifton Park, Corinth, Day,

Edinburgh, Galway, Greenfield, Hadley, Halfmoon, Malta, Milton, Moreau, Northumberland, Providence, Saratoga, Stillwater, Waterford and Wilton. We provide services such as; Tuberculosis Program, Travel and Adult Immunization Clinics, Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinics, Lead Prevention, Rabies Program, Child Immunizations (VFC), Lyme Prevention, Communicable Disease reporting, Maternal Child Program, Emergency Preparedness Program and many more. We offer outreach to the communities through flu clinics, health fairs, health screening clinics, educational presentations and a wide array of other events. In addition, we offer an Early Intervention Program which provides many different types of early intervention services to infants and toddlers under the age of three who have a disability or developmental delay.

04/15/2026

This National Dog Bite Prevention Week, read our tips about how to stay safe around dogs and what to do if a bite occurs. 🐶

Dog Bite Prevention:
▪️Teach children to use caution and stay calm around unfamiliar dogs.
▪️Always supervise children around dogs.
▪️Keep pets updated on rabies vaccinations.
▪️Avoid contact between pets and wildlife.

Dog bites can cause serious injuries and may expose you to rabies.

If a Bite Occurs:
▪️Wash and cover the wound.
▪️Seek medical care and report it to your local health department.
▪️As a public health department, we follow up on all reported bites to ensure bite victims understand their risk for rabies following the incident.
▪️Always take dog bites seriously and in an emergency, call 911. ☎️

For more information about preventing dog bites, please visit: https://loom.ly/msqFnVo

04/13/2026

STI Awareness Week highlights the impact of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and provides a chance to promote prevention, testing, and treatment.

Our department holds a weekly Sexual Health Clinic where testing, treatment, and vaccinations are offered as well as educational information, physical exams, and counseling from our professional medical staff.

Appointments are required and can be made by calling 518-584-7460. ☎️

04/09/2026

With warm weather on its way, it’s time to think about tick bite prevention. Ticks can spread diseases such as Lyme disease, but a few simple steps can help protect you and your family when spending time outdoors.

When outside:
▪️Treat clothing and gear with products containing permethrin.
▪️Use EPA-approved insect repellents as directed.
▪️Avoid areas where ticks are commonly found, such as tall grass, brush, and leaf litter.

When back indoors:
▪️Change your clothes and wash them in hot water after being outdoors.
▪️Check your whole body for ticks. They can be as small as a poppy seed. If you find one, remove it with tweezers, pulling upward with steady, even pressure.
▪️Shower within two hours of coming inside to help wash away ticks before they latch on.

Taking these steps can help reduce your risk of tick bites and tick-borne diseases. ⚠️
To learn more, please visit: https://loom.ly/fyIcM7E

04/06/2026

Join us in recognizing National Public Health Week! 🎉

Public health professionals work to promote healthy behaviors, control infectious diseases, ensure the safety of food and water, plan for and respond to emergencies, and implement educational programs to address the health and well-being of communities.

To learn more about how public health supports your community, visit: www.saratogacountyny.gov/DOH.

04/02/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month. Autism affects how individuals communicate, interact, and perceive the world, impacting nearly 1 in 50 children in the U.S. 🧩

Autism is one condition that is part of SCDOH’s Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program, which supports families with children and youth (birth to 21 years old) with referrals, resources, and guidance.

To refer a child to CYSHCN, please visit: www.saratogacountyny.gov/CYSHCN or email CYSHCN@saratogacountyny.gov.

03/30/2026

☢️ Unused medications and sharps shouldn’t stay in your home longer than necessary. Safely disposing of them helps protect children, pets, and others from accidental exposure or misuse.

🖥️ There are several ways that you can safely dispose of unneeded medications and used syringes in Saratoga County. Visit our website to find safe disposal locations near you: https://www.saratogacountyny.gov/departments/health/medication-disposal/

03/26/2026

🎰 Problem Gambling Awareness Month occurs annually in March to increase public awareness of problem gambling and promote prevention, treatment, and recovery services.

▪️If you or someone you know needs help, contact the NYS HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (467369)
▪️For local resources, check out SCDOH’s Mental Health & Substance Use Disorder Resource Guide: www.saratogacountyny.gov/narcan

03/24/2026

❤️ Each year on March 24, we recognize World TB Day and raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB).

🫁 TB is a contagious disease that most often affects the lungs. Early testing, treatment, and follow-up care are essential to preventing its spread.

🗣️ The Saratoga County Department of Health works to identify, treat, and prevent TB through case management, contact investigations, education, and community support.

📌 To learn more about TB prevention and our services, please visit: www.saratogacountyny.gov/tuberculosis

03/20/2026

💜 The Su***de Prevention Coalition (SPC) of Saratoga County brings community members and organizations together to prevent su***de through awareness, training, and connection to resources.

👥 SPC meets monthly on the 4th Thursday from 2:00PM-3:00PM at the Saratoga County Veterans Service Agency (2144 Doubleday Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020), with a hybrid option available. The next meeting is on March 26, and all are welcome.

🔹To learn more and RSVP, please email su***depreventioncoalition@saratogacountyny.gov
🔹In an emergency, call 911
🔹For crisis support, call, text, or chat 988

03/18/2026

🧩 March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month - a time to highlight the needs and potential of individuals with developmental disabilities, which can affect physical, learning, language, or behavioral development.

🖇️ The Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program is for Saratoga County residents ages birth to 21 years old who might have a disability or chronic health condition, as well as their families. CYSHCN provides timely and appropriate information and referrals to insurance, health services, community resources, and more.

📌 To make a CYSHCN referral online, please visit: https://www.saratogacountyny.gov/CYSHCN or call 518-584-7460.

03/16/2026

⚠️ National Poison Prevention Week is recognized each March and represents a time to raise awareness of poison prevention and safety.

☎️ For questions about medications, cleaning products, insect bites, food poisoning, exposures, and so much more, you can call the Upstate New York Poison Center at 1-800-222-1222.

📊 For local data and resources surrounding poison prevention, please visit: www.saratogacountyny.gov/data

03/12/2026

🗣️ This National Kidney Month, learn how vaccines can help protect people living with kidney disease.

💉 Chronic kidney disease, dialysis, kidney transplant, and other conditions that affect the immune system can increase the risk of serious infections. Staying up to date on recommended vaccines is one of the best ways to reduce your risk.

👥 Talk with a trusted healthcare professional about which vaccines are right for you, or contact the Saratoga County Department of Health which offers an Immunization Clinic for those without insurance or access to vaccines through a primary care or pharmacy. Appointments are required.

☎️ To schedule an appointment, call 518-584-7460 ext. 8599.

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6012 County Farm Road
Saratoga Springs, NY
12020

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Website

https://www.saratogacountyny.gov/departments/health/, https://www.saratogacountyny.gov/socialdisclaimer/

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