Washington County, NY Public Health Department

Washington County, NY Public Health Department Washington County NY Public Health Service has provided health care and preventive services to the residents of Washington County since 1928.

To prevent epidemics and the spread of disease
To prevent injuries
To promote and encourage healthy behaviors
To respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery
To provide health care education for the patient, the patients' family and the community
Following is not = to an endorsement.

Is your child safe in their car seat? Find out! Washington County Public Health will be holding a Free Car Seat Check i...
05/30/2026

Is your child safe in their car seat? Find out! Washington County Public Health will be holding a Free Car Seat Check in partnership with Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Company, 11289 NY-149, Fort Ann NY 12827 on Wednesday, June 17th from 3-5pm.

Certified Car Seat Technicians will be on hand to check car seats for proper fit, use, possible recall and to help parents and caregivers on how to use the seat right. If a car seat is found to be unsafe, a limited number of car seats may be available for donation.

The car seat check is sponsored by New York State Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, Washington County Public Health, and the Cambridge Volunteer Fire Department.

Public Health also does checks by appointment at our office!

For more information, contact Elizabeth St. John, Washington County Public Health, at 746-2400 x3478.

New York State requires students in grades 7–12 to receive the Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine (MenACWY) for school atte...
05/30/2026

New York State requires students in grades 7–12 to receive the Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine (MenACWY) for school attendance.

Students entering grade 7 need one dose, and a booster dose is required before entering grade 12 (or one dose if the first dose was received at age 16 or older).
Vaccination must be completed within 14 days of school entry.

Learn more about NYS School Vaccination Requirements here:
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/schools/school_vaccines/

The next Rabies Drive Through Clinic will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Fort Edward at the Washington County Munici...
05/29/2026

The next Rabies Drive Through Clinic will be held Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Fort Edward at the Washington County Municipal Complex, DPW Building #203, 399 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Registration is required and will open at 8:30am on Wednesday, June 3rd. The registration link will close on Wednesday, June10th (or sooner if appointments are filled before then.)

To schedule appointments, you will need to go to the Public Health Rabies Clinic webpage during the specified registration dates for each clinic location. When Registration opens, the red "Rabies Clinic Registration" button will link to the registration form. NOTE: If you wish to bring more than 4 pets to the clinic, please call our office at 518-746-2400 before registering.

New York State law requires all dogs, cats, and domesticated ferrets to be vaccinated against rabies. All Dogs and Cats should be vaccinated against rabies at 3 months of age (at least 12 Weeks old). They should be re-vaccinated one year later, and then every three years thereafter. (Pregnant female cats will not be vaccinated.) Ferrets should be vaccinated against rabies at 3 months of age and re-vaccinated yearly thereafter. Also, all animal bites should be reported to Public Health, regardless of vaccination status.
Keep the following in mind if you attend the Rabies Clinics:
*Clinic is By Appointment ONLY.
*Do not arrive earlier than 5 minutes before your scheduled appointment time.
*Have pets relieve themselves before arriving to clinic.
*Proof of your pet's previous rabies vaccination will need to be provided prior to clinic to be marked as a 3 year certificate.
*Leave pets in your vehicle until it is their turn for vaccination.
*All pets must be on a leash or in a carrier.
*All Clinics are Free and open to the public. (Donations are accepted and appreciated.)
Visit our Rabies Clinic Page for more information:
https://www.washingtoncountyny.gov/311/Rabies-Clinic

Ticks can carry Lyme and other diseases like anaplasmosis, babesia, ehrlichiosis, and others. If you develop a rash or ...
05/29/2026

Ticks can carry Lyme and other diseases like anaplasmosis, babesia, ehrlichiosis, and others. If you develop a rash or flu-like symptoms and suspect a tick bite, contact your health care provider immediately. Although not routinely recommended, taking antibiotics within three days after a tick bite may be beneficial for some people. Learn more:
health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/lyme/

05/29/2026

VIEW NOTICE: https://www.nyvtmedia.com/sections/sentinel-times/articles/the-village-of-whitehall-is-starting-a-mandated-lead-service-line-lsl-inventory-of-its-water-system-required-by-the-revised-lead-and-copper-rule-usepa-nysdoh

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Village of Whitehall is beginning a mandated Lead Service Line (LSL) inventory of its water system as required under the Revised Lead and Copper Rule established by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). The purpose of this project is to identify areas within the water distribution system that may contain lead service lines so they can eventually be targeted for replacement.

Beginning June 1, Village personnel working with local engineers will be locating individual water services throughout the Village. Water services are the physical connections between the public water system and private properties. Staff may be working near streets, sidewalks, driveways, or front lawns while gathering GPS information to support future infrastructure improvement projects.

Some service connections may not be visible from the roadway, and Village staff may need access to front lawn areas to locate them. Property owners are encouraged to cooperate by helping identify service locations and clearing vegetation or debris when possible.

⚠️ Please note: This is currently an information-gathering process only. No service line replacement work is being performed at this time. Additional public outreach will occur before any replacement activities begin.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Village Office at villageoffice@villageofwhitehallny.gov.

Thank you for your cooperation as the Village advances this important water system inventory project.

*This Public Notice has been paid for by the Village of Whitehall, NY*

As soon as your baby's first tooth erupts, it's time to start using fluoride toothpaste. Here's how to do it:Use a tiny ...
05/28/2026

As soon as your baby's first tooth erupts, it's time to start using fluoride toothpaste. Here's how to do it:

Use a tiny smear—the size of a grain of rice—until age 3. Clean the teeth at least twice a day. It's best to clean them right after breakfast and before bedtime.

Use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste when your child is 3 years old. Teach your child to spit without rinsing.

Assist or supervise kids during toothbrushing until they master the task, usually at around 10 years of age.

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/oral-health/Pages/Brushing-Up-on-Oral-Health-Never-Too-Early-to-Start.aspx

05/28/2026

Wearing a helmet is one of the most critical steps you can take to safeguard your long-term brain health.

To protect your brain, always wear a helmet when doing an activity where there's a risk of head injuries, such as biking, skiing, riding a horse or when using a motorcycle, snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle.

Helmets help absorb the force of an impact during a fall or collision, significantly reducing the risk of structural damage and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) that can have debilitating effects years later.

05/28/2026

Condoms protect against unplanned pregnancy and most s*xually transmitted infections, including HIV, gonorrhoea, chlamydia and syphilis.

Use only water- or silicone-based lubricant with a condom during vaginal and particularly a**l s*x.

05/28/2026

There’s a public health alert on two types of frozen pizzas sold at Aldi locations nationwide. Read on for more information in the comments ⤵️

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1153 Burgoyne Avenue
Fort Edward, NY
12828

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+15187462400

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