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.

The Inch, Pinch, Armpit Tests are a quick way to see if you need help with your car seat.If any of these 3 are a problem...
03/02/2026

The Inch, Pinch, Armpit Tests are a quick way to see if you need help with your car seat.

If any of these 3 are a problem, give our Certified Car Seat Technicians a call at 518-746-2400.

These are just a starting point! If any of these are not quite right, you know you need to look into it. Read your vehicle and car seat owner's manuals and call a car seat technician for help.

Other tips:
Do not use the LATCH and the seatbelt.

For Forward Facing, always use the Tether.

Check your car seat height and weight limits.

Do not turn your child forward facing too soon! Rear face until the maximum height or weight limit is reached.

Keep your child Forward Facing in a harness until they reach the maximum height or weight limit before moving them to a booster seat.

If your child is under 4'9", boost them every time.

Questions? Give us a call!

Registration is OPEN for Tai Chi for Arthritis & Falls Prevention Part 1 & Part 2! Classes start Next Week on March 9th ...
03/02/2026

Registration is OPEN for Tai Chi for Arthritis & Falls Prevention Part 1 & Part 2! Classes start Next Week on March 9th & 10th!

Washington County Public Health, in collaboration with the Office for the Aging & Disability Resource Center, is once again offering the “Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention” program and “Tai Chi for Arthritis Part 2 (Movements 7-12)” program to Washington County residents.

You must register with Public Health before classes begin. Call 518-746-2400 to register. Ask for the instructor for the class you wish to register. Please leave your name and a phone number where you can be reached for a call back and registration confirmation. (Must be a Washington County Resident.)

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention (Part 1) will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:30am beginning March 10th at the Whitehall Rec Center, 28 Williams St, Whitehall, NY 12887 . Instructor: Elizabeth ext 3478

Tai Chi for Arthritis Part 2 (Movements 7-12) will be held Mondays & Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30am beginning March 9th at Cambridge American Legion, 2106 NY-22, Cambridge, NY 12816.
Please note that this class is only for those who already have learned the Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Basic 6 form. It builds upon the previous form with an additional 6 movements. Instructor: Mallory ext 3774

ServNY is seeking volunteers to serve during public health emergencies, such as natural disasters and disease outbreaks....
03/02/2026

ServNY is seeking volunteers to serve during public health emergencies, such as natural disasters and disease outbreaks.

Volunteers can be:
Health Care Providers
Mental Health Professionals
Administrative Professionals
Logistics Coordinators

You choose when and where to volunteer!

Register at https://apps.health.ny.gov/pub/servny/

Registration is Open for our 6-Week, In-Person Diabetes Self-Management Program Workshop! This program starts March 19t...
03/01/2026

Registration is Open for our 6-Week, In-Person Diabetes Self-Management Program Workshop! This program starts March 19th and Registration is Required.

For questions or to register, please call Mallory at 518-746-2400 ext. 3774

Do you have Pre-Diabetes, Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes, and/or are a family member, friend, or caretaker of an adult with diabetes? Join our FREE 6-week in-person workshop!

When: Every Thursday from 5:30-8pm starting March 19th – April 23rd
Where: Comfort Food Community 2530 Route 40, Greenwich, NY 12834

In partnership with The Heart Network and the Self-Management Resource Center (SMRC), Washington County Public Health is pleased to offer a FREE 6-week Diabetes Self-Management Workshop for Washington County residents.

Each participant will receive supportive program materials including Self-Management Toolkit Resources, Action Planning Resources, and a Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions book. Washington County Public Health is pleased to partner with who will provide participants with weekly incentives including either $25 worth of Produce Prescription vouchers to use at local stores, OR a Fresh Food Box with fresh produce and other items. 2 optional Nutrition Education Demos will be offered.

The peer leaders will utilize various interactive activities such as discussions, brainstorming, practice of action-planning and feedback, behavior modeling, problem-solving techniques, and decision-making to help participants acquire new skills in self-managing their diabetes. Session topics include:
· Using glucose monitoring to make day-to-day decisions
· Learning exercises for maintaining and improving strength and endurance
· Healthy eating and meal planning
· How to use medications and work more effectively with your doctors
· Using tests for prevention or delay of complications
· Proper foot care....and more!
This program aims to increase confidence, physical and psychological well-being, and knowledge of diabetes self-management strategies. This program does not, however, replace any existing programs or treatments.

03/01/2026

Today we pause with intention to show support for those who are still here, who have survived, and who may be hiding in plain sight needing our compassion.

March 1st is Self-Injury Awareness Day, a time to increase understanding and reduce stigma around a deeply misunderstood struggle.

Self-injury is often a sign of emotional distress, not attention-seeking. It can involve harming oneself as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions or numbness. Many who struggle carry their pain quietly. Signs may include unexplained injuries, withdrawal, difficulty managing emotions, or low self-esteem.

If you are struggling, please know this: you are not alone. Support is available. Help is possible. Reaching out is a courageous first step.

Check in. Listen without judgment. Create space for honest conversation.

Because there is hope. 💚

If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988. You are not alone.

Lead poisoning is a serious condition that can affect anyone who is exposed to high levels of lead. While many people th...
03/01/2026

Lead poisoning is a serious condition that can affect anyone who is exposed to high levels of lead.

While many people think lead poisoning is a thing of the past, the condition is still very much an issue in certain areas in the U.S. and across the world.

Lead poisoning happens when your child is affected by high levels of lead exposure. Lead poisoning is usually caused by eating or drinking (ingesting) lead, but touching or breathing in the toxic metal can also cause it.

Lead poisoning is when any detectable amount of lead is found in your child’s blood.

Learn more about Lead Poisoning from the Cleveland Clinic:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/11312-lead-poisoning #:~:text=Lead%20poisoning%20happens%20when%20your,found%20in%20your%20child's%20blood.

Did you know the rate of colorectal cancer has been increasing in people under age 50? For people without risk factors, ...
03/01/2026

Did you know the rate of colorectal cancer has been increasing in people under age 50? For people without risk factors, screening is recommended beginning at age 45.

Talk to your health care provider about your risks for colorectal cancer and at what age to begin regular testing.

health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/colorectal/campaign/

03/01/2026

We're about a month away from our first Rabies Clinic of the season!
Our first clinic of the season will be Saturday, March 28th in Whitehall at the Whitehall Town Highway Garage, Route 4, Whitehall NY 12887.

Note: The registration link opening on Wednesday, March 18th and will close on Wednesday, March 25th or when the appointments are filled.

Rabies Clinics are held as Drive-Through Clinics and will be By Appointment Only.

To schedule appointments, you will need to go to the Public Health Rabies Clinic webpage during the specified registration dates. When Registration opens, the red "Rabies Clinic Registration" button will link to the registration form.

Washington County Public Health wants pet owners to know that 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 and re-vaccinated one year later, 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.

Clinics are Free, donations are accepted and appreciated.

Visit our Rabies Clinic Page for more information:
https://washingtoncountyny.gov/311/Rabies-Clinic

02/28/2026

Help Hub for Families was created to help New Yorkers connect with the resources and useful information they need for their children and families with multiple needs. You can find health, education, human services, and disability information for newborns through age 22.
https://youtu.be/moGtNXAgFO4

Did you know that most car seats are not being used right? Washington County Public Health has a Free Car Seat Program t...
02/28/2026

Did you know that most car seats are not being used right?
Washington County Public Health has a Free Car Seat Program to Help!
Free Car Seats for Low-Income families living in Washington County that do not have a car seat and Free Car Seat Checks that helps Washington County Residents Know For Sure if their car seat is in correctly, regardless of income.
These programs are done by appointment only.
Call 518-746-2400 to see if you qualify and an appointment will be set up.
https://washingtoncountyny.gov/295/Health-Educators

Warren County NY Public Health has these programs too!
Warren County Call: 518-761-6580

Healthy habits for brain health: *Stay physically active, *Limit smoking and alcohol use,* Eat a balanced diet, *Keep st...
02/26/2026

Healthy habits for brain health:
*Stay physically active,
*Limit smoking and alcohol use,
* Eat a balanced diet,
*Keep strong social connections
*Maintain a healthy blood pressure.
Visit: health.ny.gov/brainhealth

National Eating Disorder Awareness WeekEating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can...
02/26/2026

National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. In the United States, 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives.
Learn more by visiting the National Eating Disorders Association page:
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/what-are-eating-disorders/

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1153 Burgoyne Avenue
Fort Edward, NY
12828

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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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