Rockland County Department of Health

  • April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month

    New City, NY – April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, and local and state law enforcement agencies are ramping up efforts to educate the public about the dangers of distracted driving, the leading cause of accidents in New York State. Texting, talking on the phone, and using social media have become the most common distractions […]

  • Rockland County Health Department Urges Measles Vaccination Amid National and Global Increase in Cases

    New City, NY – As measles cases rise both nationally and globally, the Rockland County Department of Health is urging residents to ensure they are protected against the highly contagious disease. While no measles cases have been reported in Rockland County this year, health officials are emphasizing the importance of vaccination to prevent potential outbreaks. […]

  • H5N1 Avian Influenza Detected in Wild Canada Goose in Rockland

    New City, NY – The Rockland County Department of Health has confirmed its first case of H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in a wild bird within the county. A Canada goose found at a local lake tested positive for the virus, according to recent results from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. […]

  • Rockland County Encourages Walking for Heart Health During American Heart Month

    New City, NY – February is American Heart Month, and the Rockland County Department of Health is reminding residents of the many health benefits of walking. Whether indoors or outdoors, walking is a simple yet effective way to boost overall well-being, particularly heart health. Research from the American Heart Association highlights that walking briskly for […]

  • Stay Healthy This Holiday Season: Get Vaccinated Against Flu, COVID-19, and RSV

    New City, NY – As National Influenza Vaccination Week approaches (December 2–6), the Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from respiratory illnesses this holiday season. Vaccines against the flu, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are widely available and can help […]

  • Stay Safe This Thanksgiving: Cooking Safety Tips from the Rockland County Department of Health

    Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and enjoying delicious meals, but it’s also the leading day for home cooking fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). In fact, Thanksgiving sees more than three times the daily average of cooking-related fire incidents, with unattended cooking being the primary cause of these fires and […]