Rockland County Department of Health

New City, NY - The Rockland County Department of Health celebrated National Public Health Week this past week from April 7 to April 13, 2025. This event, sponsored annually by the American Public Health Association, marked its 30th anniversary this year, offering a perfect opportunity to reflect on the successes achieved in public health and to reinforce the continued efforts … [Read more...] about Dept of Health celebrates National Public Health Week

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. According to … [Read more...] about Rockland County Health Department Urges Measles Vaccination Amid National and Global Increase in Cases

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. The detection was part of ongoing surveillance … [Read more...] about H5N1 Avian Influenza Detected in Wild Canada Goose in Rockland