Onondaga County Health Department

Onondaga County Health Department Onondaga County Health Department is a nationally accredited health department located in central New York State.

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✨ Start the school year strong with a healthy lunch! 🥗🍎🍞💪 A balanced meal with protein, fruits, veggies, and whole grain...
09/04/2025

✨ Start the school year strong with a healthy lunch! 🥗🍎🍞💪 A balanced meal with protein, fruits, veggies, and whole grains keeps kids energized and focused all day.

Looking for inspiration? Check out these tasty school lunch ideas 👉 https://health.clevelandclinic.org/healthy-childrens-lunch-ideas

To celebrate Children’s Environmental Health Day on October 9th, the NYS Children’s Environmental Health Center (NYSCHEC...
09/03/2025

To celebrate Children’s Environmental Health Day on October 9th, the NYS Children’s Environmental Health Center (NYSCHECK.org) is seeking creative people of all ages to share their vision of what a healthy community looks like at the 2025 Envision the Environment Art Showcase!

Create an original artwork that captures your vision in one of two categories:

Healthy Communities – What do homes, neighborhoods and places that are healthy look like?

Fast Fashion- What can you tell us about the problems and solutions for the rapid production and disposal of clothing that contributes to climate change and pollution.

Eligibility & Criteria- NYS students of all ages. Original artworks only, including videos, drawings, paintings, creative writing, photos and mixed media. Submissions due by September 25, 2025.

For more information and to submit your artwork, visit the entry form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfxZlr4B-yZy3sT4Ad5rO1oXlS4DXwTfvFj5vDViZUo0P2G-Q/viewform

Join us for the 2025 Syracuse Stroll at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo on Tuesday, September 22th, at 10:00 AM, where we will ...
09/03/2025

Join us for the 2025 Syracuse Stroll at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo on Tuesday, September 22th, at 10:00 AM, where we will be celebrating “EVERY BABY’S FIRST BIRTHDAY!”

Families in the Syracuse area with children can register for a FREE, fun family day at the Zoo! Enjoy a health fair with prize giveaways, activities for the kids, and more!

Register today: bit.ly/417cb3B

After registering for the event, be on the lookout for an email prompting you to complete an ASQ®-3 Developmental Questionnaire and an ASQ®:SE-2 Social-Emotional Questionnaire. Completing these questionnaires before the event will get you a tote bag filled with developmental toys and materials and entry into the event raffles.

Questionnaire links are provided upon registration.

For more information, please call Syracuse Healthy Start at
315-435-6604

*This is a National Infant Mortality Awareness Month Event*"

See a Dead Bird?Dead birds can be an early warning sign of mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile Virus (WNV) and Easter...
09/02/2025

See a Dead Bird?

Dead birds can be an early warning sign of mosquito-borne diseases like West Nile Virus (WNV) and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). Testing them helps us detect viruses before they spread to people or pets.

👉 How you can help:
1️⃣ Report dead birds: (315) 435-1649
2️⃣ If directed, safely collect the bird (use gloves/bags, keep cool—not frozen).
3️⃣ Drop-off: 4170 Rt 31, Clay | Mon–Fri, 8:30–4:30

🎥 Watch a helpful how-to video here! https://onondaga.gov/health-env/wp-content/uploads/sites/196/2025/08/Bird-Collection-Final-1-2.mp4

Your report supports mosquito control and helps prevent disease outbreaks. A small action can make a big difference for our community’s health!

Have questions or want to learn more?
📞 Call Vector Control: (315) 435-1649
🌐 Info & reporting: https://onondaga.gov/health-env/dead-bird-surveillance/
📖 Read the press release: https://healthnews.ongov.net/dead-bird-surveillance-partnership-9-2-25/Your

🧡 September is Healthy Aging Month!As we get older, our immune systems need extra support. Vaccines are a safe and effec...
09/02/2025

🧡 September is Healthy Aging Month!

As we get older, our immune systems need extra support. Vaccines are a safe and effective way to stay protected and healthy. 💉✨

✅ Talk with your doctor or call the OCHD Immunization Clinic to see which vaccines are right for you!

It’s Workplace Lactation Week! 💜🍼In New York State, every employee has the right to a private space and paid breaks to e...
09/01/2025

It’s Workplace Lactation Week! 💜🍼

In New York State, every employee has the right to a private space and paid breaks to express milk for up to 3 years after the birth of their child. To learn more about your rights as a lactating employee, visit https://dol.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2024/06/p690-your-rights-as-an-employee-to-express-breast-milk-at-work-.pdf

The photo is of PEACE, Inc. Genesee Head Start’s employee lactation room that was furnished by our BFFNY program. To learn more about the BFFNY initiative, visit: http://www.ongov.net/health/BFFNY.html

08/29/2025

We have blood lead testing dates scheduled for September! Appointments are available and walk-ins are welcome. To see if your child needs a blood lead test, call us at (315) 435-3271, email LeadFreeKids@ongov.net, or fill out our online form here: https://redcap.link/r8076nak

🦟🪲 Stay Bite-Free Outdoors!Spending time outside is great—until the bugs show up. Protect yourself from insect bites & s...
08/29/2025

🦟🪲 Stay Bite-Free Outdoors!

Spending time outside is great—until the bugs show up. Protect yourself from insect bites & stings and know when to get medical help.

✅ Avoid bites & stings:
• Use insect repellent
• Wear protective clothing
• Check for ticks after outdoor fun

🚨 Seek medical care for severe allergic reactions or if symptoms get worse.

Learn more about mosquito & tick safety:
https://healthnews.ongov.net/mosquito-and-tick-borne-disease-prevention-5-26-23/

✏️ Don’t forget! Kids need up-to-date vaccines to start school.🗓️ Schedule a check-up now, or call the Onondaga County H...
08/28/2025

✏️ Don’t forget! Kids need up-to-date vaccines to start school.

🗓️ Schedule a check-up now, or call the Onondaga County Health Department at 315-435-2074 for help finding vaccines near you!

Faith communities fighting for freedom and fairness together can end HIV-related stigma and discrimination—one day, each...
08/27/2025

Faith communities fighting for freedom and fairness together can end HIV-related stigma and discrimination—one day, each year, until there is a cure!

Individual churches, seminaries, and faith-based organizations throughout the country continue to connect their congregants with HIV testing, care, and counseling services.

Read more about National Faith HIV/AIDS Awareness Day from at http://aidsvu.org/hiv-and-the-faith-community/

🖤 This week, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and joy of Black chest/breastfeeding families.We also shine a light ...
08/26/2025

🖤 This week, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and joy of Black chest/breastfeeding families.
We also shine a light on the ongoing disparities in breastfeeding rates — and the power of community, mentorship, and culturally relevant support.
✊🏾 Follow Black Breastfeeding Week to learn more: https://www.facebook.com/BlackBreastfeedingWeek/

🖤 National Black Breastfeeding Week is here! (August 25–31)Let’s celebrate and support Black families who choose to brea...
08/25/2025

🖤 National Black Breastfeeding Week is here! (August 25–31)

Let’s celebrate and support Black families who choose to breastfeed — because every baby deserves a strong, healthy start. 👶🏾✨

💛 Join us in sharing love, support, and knowledge.

🔗 Learn more: blackbreastfeedingweek.org
📞 Syracuse Healthy Start: 315-435-2000

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421 Montgomery Street
Syracuse, NY
13202

Opening Hours

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

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