Get Tested For HIV: Take The Test, Take Control!
Testing is simple, easy, free, and confidential and the only way to know if you have HIV

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued for June 13, 2017
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Keep Your Cool In The Heat: Forecast Calls For Hot, Humid Weather
Take simple steps to stay cool and help prevent heat-related illnesses

Calling All Men: Time to Take Important Steps Toward Good Health
Regular medical exams, preventive screenings, and healthy lifestyle choices can help men live happier, healthier, and longer lives

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For June 12, 2017
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Join Us On Free Guided Walks in June
Put on your walking shoes and enjoy the "great outdoors!"

Stay Healthy and Fit No Matter What Your Age
Being physically active can help you stay strong and fit enough to keep doing the things you like to do as you get older

Prevent Asthma Attacks at Home
Health Department's Healthy Neighborhood Program can help make your home a healthier place

Baby Boomer? Get Tested For Hepatitis C
It could save your life!

Examine Your Skin - It Could Save Your Life!
Reminding residents that May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month - an ideal time to examine your skin - it could save your life!

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For May 19, 2017
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For May 18, 2017
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued for May 17, 2017
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Health Department Announces Annual Mosquito Control Treatment Of Catch Basins And Storm Drains
The Health Department began treating catch basins and storm drains this week to prevent mosquitoes from breeding in the standing water inside of these structures. Work will continue throughout the County and will be completed by the end of the month.

Join Us On Free Guided Walks This Spring, Summer And Fall
Put on your walking shoes and enjoy the "great outdoors!" Join experienced Rockland County Trail Guides on free guided walks.

Be "Tick Free" to Prevent Tick-Borne Illnesses
As you welcome the warmer weather and spend more time outside, be sure to protect yourself from tick bites

County Seeks Volunteers To Guide Visitors Through County Parks
Do you have a passion for nature, enjoy the outdoors, and want to give back to your community? If so, become a volunteer Rockland County Trail Guide!

Get Children Vaccinated! Protect Their Health
Keep children up-to-date on all their vaccinations

Rockland County Mosquito Control Day Thursday April 20, 2017
Get free mosquito control products and speak to the experts

Know The Facts About Sexually Transmitted Infections
April is STI (Sexually Transmitted Infections) Awareness Month

Health Department Offers Free Rabies Shots For Cats, Dogs And Ferrets On Sunday, April 23, 2017
From 10 AM until 1 PM at the Rockland County Fire Training Center in Pomona

Health Department Offers Free Mosquito Control Products
Helps County residents reduce the number of mosquitoes on their property

Becoming The Healthiest Nation (And County) By 2030
April 3 - 9 is National Public Health Week

Get Mosquitoes to BUZZ Off!
With the warmer weather of spring comes the official start of mosquito season in our area

Rockland Ranked Second Healthiest County In NYS
Annual County Health Rankings report released today

Shop Healthy Rockland!
And get a free, reusable grocery bag

Know The Facts About TB (Tuberculosis)
March 24 is World TB Day, a perfect time to raise awareness about TB, and the Health Department's TB clinics

Keep Medicines And Vitamins Up, Away, And Out Of Sight
Poison Prevention Week is March 19th – 25th

Know Your HIV Status: Get Tested!
It's the only way to know for sure whether you are infected with HIV

Time To Change Your Clocks And Check Your Emergency Supply Kit
Change your clocks when Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 12th, and take time to check your emergency supply kit

Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
We'll lose an hour of sleep when we set our clocks ahead one hour for Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, March 12th - but are you losing sleep on other nights as well?

If You're 50 Or Older, Get Tested For Colorectal Cancer
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Rockland Schools “March Forward” To Student Health And Academic Success
Celebrating Rockland County’s Physical Activity Awareness Day

Sign Up Now For Better Choices, Better Health
Health Department’s free six-session workshop series for those with a chronic health condition

Take Steps To Help Prevent Heart Disease
February is Heart Month, a good time to learn how to prevent heart disease and stay "heart healthy"

Health Department Offers Snow And Cold Weather Safety Tips
Take common sense steps to protect your health and safety

County Announces Results Of Recent Well-Water Testing
This testing was part of the New York State Water Quality Rapid Response Team's state-wide efforts

Rockland Wins $1.2 Million Grant To Encourage Breastfeeding
This grant will enable us to work with our community partners to make both practical and policy changes that makes it easier for women to breastfeed

Protect Yourself And Your Family From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (known as the 'silent killer' since you can't see it, smell it, or taste it) can come from anything that burns fuels, especially if it is not used or vented in the right way

Free Radon Test Kits Available For Eligible Residents
January is Radon Action Month, a good time to learn about radon and its risks, and get your home tested

Get Screened For Cervical Cancer
Start the year off right and contact your health care provider to make sure you are up-to-date with your cervical cancer screening