St. Lawrence County Public Health Department

St. Lawrence County Public Health Department The St. Lawrence County Public Health Department has been serving the county since 1936 and offers a wide range of health services to the community.

Lawrence County Public Health Department has been serving the county since 1936. We offer a wide variety of health services and programs to county residents, geared toward improving both individual health and well being and that of the community. The department’s philosophy is that prevention is better than a cure, healthy families need healthy environments, safety first must be a way of life, and

that people must be empowered to take care of themselves. Monday-Friday - 8 AM - 4 PM

St. Lawrence County
Public Health Department

80 State Highway 310, Suite 2
Canton, New York 13617-1476

Phone: (315) 386-2325

FAX eClinical: (315) 386-2203

FAX Main: (315) 386-2744

Protect yourself from Legionnaires' Disease this summer! Legionnaires’ disease is caused by Legionella bacteria, which g...
05/27/2026

Protect yourself from Legionnaires' Disease this summer!

Legionnaires’ disease is caused by Legionella bacteria, which grow best in warm, stagnant water and spread through tiny water droplets or mist that people breathe in. Common home sources include hot tubs, showerheads, humidifiers, CPAP equipment, and plumbing that sits unused for long periods.

Learn more about what you can do by visiting www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/legionellosis/legionella_at_home.htm

Connection reminds us that wellness is not a solo journey. When we connect with our communities, we can find a sense of ...
05/26/2026

Connection reminds us that wellness is not a solo journey. When we connect with our communities, we can find a sense of belonging that is vital to our mental wellness. There are countless ways to get involved in your local community. What’s your favorite way to connect with those around you?

Learn more about the power of connection: Bewell.ny.gov/power-of-connection

This BBQ season, don’t invite food poisoning to the cookout. A few quick food safety tips from your local public health ...
05/24/2026

This BBQ season, don’t invite food poisoning to the cookout. A few quick food safety tips from your local public health team:

🌡️ Hot foods hot, cold foods cold
🧼 Wash those hands before touching food
🥩 Use a meat thermometer, https://www.foodsafety.gov/food-safety-charts/safe-minimum-internal-temperatures
🔪 Don’t use the same plate or utensils for raw meat and ready-to-eat food

Trauma can affect us deeply, but it doesn’t have to define us. Healing is possible with the support of others. For immed...
05/23/2026

Trauma can affect us deeply, but it doesn’t have to define us. Healing is possible with the support of others. For immediate support, call, text, or chat 988, available 24/7. www.988lifeline.org

Baby animals are out and about this time of year, but “alone” doesn’t mean abandoned! 🐣Wild parents often stay out of si...
05/23/2026

Baby animals are out and about this time of year, but “alone” doesn’t mean abandoned! 🐣

Wild parents often stay out of sight to protect their young. Taking a baby animal from the wild can do more harm than good and reduce its chances of survival.

🚫 Don’t rescue unless instructed by a professional

🚫 Never keep wild animals as pets

⚠️ Be aware: animals like raccoons, skunks, and bats can carry rabies

The best way to help wildlife is to leave them in the wild. 🌿

This week is Healthy and Safe Swimming Week!When you go into a swimming pool, hot tub, splash pad, lake, river, ocean, o...
05/21/2026

This week is Healthy and Safe Swimming Week!

When you go into a swimming pool, hot tub, splash pad, lake, river, ocean, or other water, you can swallow germs that cause diarrhea. Don't let diarrhea sink the fun this summer - there are ways to avoid getting or spreading diarrhea while swimming.

Learn more at: https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-swimming/index.html

05/19/2026

Gouverneur’s Friends 4 Pound Paws Free Rabies Clinic registration is now open. All clinics REQUIRE pre-registration; there will be NO WALK-INs. Please arrive at your scheduled time to prevent congestion. Animals must have a collar and leash, and cats must be in an animal carrier or a pillowcase. All animals must be under the control of an adult.

To register your pet, please scan the QR code or follow this link: https://apps2.health.ny.gov/doh2/applinks/cdmspr/2/counties?OpID=49DE7427E45A412FE0631403580ADBA5

May is Hepatitis Awareness Month and today, May 19th, is National Hepatitis Testing Day. Millions of Americans are livin...
05/19/2026

May is Hepatitis Awareness Month and today, May 19th, is National Hepatitis Testing Day. Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis and many don't know it. Show your liver a little love by talking to your healthcare provider about hepatitis.

For more information, visit www.cdc.gov/hepatitis-awareness/abcs/

Address

80 State Highway 310, Ste 2
Canton, NY
13617

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

(315)3862325

Website

https://linktr.ee/slcpublichealth

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