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 related … [Read more...] about Stay Safe This Thanksgiving: Cooking Safety Tips from the Rockland County Department of Health
Rockland County Department of Health
Rockland County Health Department
Robert L. Yeager Health Center
50 Sanatorium Rd, Bldg D, Pomona, NY 10970
Administration: 845-364-2512
Disease Control: 845-364-2997
Emergency Medical Services: 845-364-8923
Environmental Health: 845-364-2608
Epidemiology: 845-364-2956
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Haverstraw King’s Daughters Library Offers Programs to Promote Healthy Habits
The Haverstraw King’s Daughters Library is inviting the community to embrace healthy habits through a variety of engaging programs. Participants can learn to make nutritious soups and smoothies, practice yoga, chair yoga, or family yoga, and explore creative arts and crafts—all designed to inspire a healthier lifestyle. These programs aim to make wellness accessible and … [Read more...] about Haverstraw King’s Daughters Library Offers Programs to Promote Healthy Habits
Rockland County Braces for Intense Weeklong Heatwave. Here’s What You Need to Know
NEW CITY, NY - Rockland County is set to experience an intense heatwave starting Tuesday, bringing soaring temperatures and high humidity that are expected to last until the beginning of July. The heatwave, part of a larger weather pattern affecting the East Coast and Midwest, could potentially set temperature records breaking the 100-degree mark, and - if residents and others … [Read more...] about Rockland County Braces for Intense Weeklong Heatwave. Here’s What You Need to Know
A Guide to Safely Watching the Solar Eclipse in Rockland NY
Learn where, when and how to safely view today’s phenomenon. HAVERSTRAW, NY - As the solar eclipse approaches Rockland on Monday afternoon, excitement builds among enthusiasts and the general public alike. Rockland County will host an eclipse viewing event at Haverstraw Bay Park during the April 8 solar phenomenon. While the metro area, including Rockland, isn't in the … [Read more...] about A Guide to Safely Watching the Solar Eclipse in Rockland NY
Tis the Season to Cope with Holiday Stress
NEW CITY, NY - The holiday season, a time of joy and celebration, often brings with it an added layer of stress. As festivities, gatherings, and gift-giving take center stage, it's essential to prioritize self-care and manage holiday stress effectively. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) offer practical tips … [Read more...] about Tis the Season to Cope with Holiday Stress