Keep Your Cool In The Heat
With hot summer weather upon us, take simple steps to stay cool and help prevent heat-related illnesses.

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For June 18, 2018
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Local, In-Season, and Ready for Eating!
Shop for produce (and more!) at Rockland’s Farmers’ Markets

Jawonio Becomes First Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite in Rockland County, NY
Recognized worksites are required to implement several steps to achieve Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite recognition

Become a Matter of Balance Volunteer Coach
Free two-day training is on Monday, June 25 and Tuesday, June 26

County Executive Proclaims May 31, 2018 as Postpartum Depression and Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Community Health Education Day
Awareness events observed throughout the county

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For Saturday, May 26, 2018
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For Friday, May 25, 2018
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Join Us On Free Guided Walks This Spring, Summer & Fall
Put on your walking shoes and enjoy the "great outdoors!"

Baby Boomer? Get Tested For Hepatitis C
While anyone can get Hepatitis C, more than 75% of adults infected are baby boomers

Examine Your Skin - It Could Save Your Life!
May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month

Get Mosquitoes to Buzz Off!
With the warmer weather of spring comes the official start of mosquito season in our area. Take steps to reduce mosquitoes around your home, and to protect yourself from mosquito bites.

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

May is National Bike Month
Enjoy the ride but be safe!

Health Department Announces Annual Mosquito Control Treatment Of Catch Basins And Storm Drains
Beginning Monday, May 7 to prevent mosquitoes from breeding in the standing water inside of these structures. This work will be performed throughout the County and will be completed by the end of the month.

Flu Still Widespread In New York State
Still time to get your flu shot!

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued For Wednesday, May 3 2018
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

Air Quality Health Advisory Issued for Wednesday, May 2, 2018
The pollutant of concern for the Air Quality Health Advisory is ozone

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

Multistate Outbreak Of E. Coli O157:H7 Infections Linked To Romaine Lettuce
Two people infected in New York State

Don't Be a Distracted Driver!
Driving needs your full attention, as any distraction while driving increases your risk of crashing

Celebrate Every Kid Healthy Week
April 23 - 27

Fathead Minnow Give-Away Scheduled For Thursday, April 26

Get Your Children Vaccinated! Protect Their Health
Give your children a healthy start in life

Fathead Minnow Give-Away Postponed
Tentatively re-scheduled for Thursday, April 26, 2018

Health Department Offers Free Rabies Shots For Cats, Dogs And Ferrets On Sunday, April 29, 2018
From 10 AM until 1 PM at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, 35 Firemen's Memorial Drive in Pomona

Rockland County Schools Receive Recognition for "March Forward"
Rockland County’s Physical Activity Awareness Day Awards

Health Department Offers Free Mosquito Control Products
Mosquito Dunks® and Fathead Minnows

Becoming the Healthiest Nation (and County) by 2030
Changing our Future Together

Keep Medicines And Vitamins Up, Away, And Out Of Sight
Keep your children safe from medicines and vitamins that could cause them harm

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

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

Arrive Alive: Don't Drink and Drive While Celebrating "St. Paddy's Day!
St. Patrick’s Day has become one of the nation’s favorite holidays to celebrate and party. Unfortunately, though, too many people choose to drink and drive, making the holiday one of our most dangerous.

Stay Awake! Stay Alive! Don't Drive Drowsy!
During the first weeks following Daylight Saving Time, which began this past Sunday, drowsy driving crashes occur more frequently

Rockland Ranked #1 Healthiest County in NYS
Rockland County is ranked first in New York State for overall health in 2018, up from second place last year, in the annual County Health Rankings released today.

Power Back? Time to Restock Your Refrigerator - Follow these Safety Guidelines

Time To Change Your Clocks And Check Your Emergency Supply Kit
As you change your clocks when Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 11th, take time to check your emergency supply kit. Is it missing any items? Is anything out-of-date, leaking, or damaged?

Health Department Offers Snow and Cold Weather Safety Tips
With snow and cold weather in the forecast, take common sense steps to protect your health and safety:

First Two Medical Practices in Rockland Achieve NYS Breastfeeding Friendly Practice Designation
Congratulations to The Prenatal Center at Nyack Hospital and Orangetown Pediatric Associates

Health Department, Nyack Hospital, and Good Samaritan Hospital Offer Special Free Flu Vaccine Clinics
Come get your flu shot at one of these special free flu vaccine clinics open to everyone six months and older, no appointments are needed.

Health Department and Nyack Hospital Offer Special Free Flu Vaccine Clinic Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 4 PM – 7 PM in Haverstraw
Cases are still rising across the state – get your flu shot!

Flu Cases Rising Across State - Get Your Flu Shot!
The Health Department will be offering a special flu vaccine clinic in Haverstraw on Thursday, February 22 from 4 pm – 6 pm at the WIC office, located at 26 New Main Street, Suite 1, Haverstraw NY 10927. No appointments are needed.

Walk to Exercise Your Heart, But Walk Wise!
Schedule an Arrive Alive: Walk Wise Drive Smart presentation

Arrive Alive: Don't Drink and Drive this Super Bowl Weekend
Impaired, drunk, buzzed driving means you lose!

Be A Healthier You in 2018
It's never too late to live a healthier lifestyle

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

Arrive Alive: Walk Wise Drive Smart!
Free presentations offered for Town of Ramapo residents, workplaces, non-profit organizations, and community or faith-based organizations

Healthy Tips for a Healthy New Year!
Make 2018 your healthiest year yet - small changes can have a lifelong impact.

Protect Yourself And Your Family From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
It's a poisonous gas known as the 'silent killer' since you can't see it, smell it, or taste it

Free Radon Test Kits Available For Eligible Residents
January is National Radon Action Month - Test Your Home. Protect Your Health