Press Releases
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May 13, 2024
Protect Yourself and Your Family from Tick Bites This Spring
As the warmer weather is welcomed and families spend more time outside, remember to protect yourself and loved ones from tick bites. A bite from an infected tick can cause Lyme Disease and other diseases such as Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Powassan.
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May 3, 2024
Health Department Announces Annual Mosquito Control Treatment of Catch Basins and Storm Drains
The Rockland County Department of Health will be treating catch basins and storm drains to prevent mosquitoes from breeding in standing water inside of these structures. This work will be performed throughout the County beginning May 6, 2024 and will be completed by early June.
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May 1, 2024
May is National Bike Month
National Bike Month is a celebration of cycling held every May in the United States, sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists. Why biking? It’s fun, healthy, decreases stress, is good for the environment, and saves money.
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April 17, 2024
Health Department Offers Free Mosquito Control Products to Keep Pools and Outdoor Spas Mosquito Free
The Rockland County Department of Health announces the availability of free Mosquito Control Products for the 2024 season to help County residents reduce the number of mosquitoes on their property.
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April 12, 2024
Health Department Offers Free Rabies Shots for Cats, Dogs, And Ferrets on Sunday, April 28, 2024, 9 am – 12 pm
The Rockland County Department of Health announces free rabies shots (vaccinations) for cats, dogs, and ferrets belonging to Rockland residents on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, 35 Firemens Memorial Drive in Pomona.
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April 2, 2024
April is Distracted Driver Month
The Rockland County Department of Health, the Rockland County STOP-DWI Program, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) remind residents that April is Distracted Driving Month.
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March 22, 2024
Recent Measles Cases Rising Across United States
The County of Rockland advises residents to stay protected from measles as cases continue to surface across the United States, resulting in the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to issue an advisory.
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March 19, 2024
ROCKLAND SCHOOLS PARTICIPATED IN ‘MARCH FORWARD’ TO PROMOTE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN THE CLASSROOM
Teachers and students in schools across the County participated in the 12th Annual March Forward from February 29 – March 15, 2024, during Rockland’s annual school-based physical activity awareness weeks.
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March 6, 2024
Daylight Saving Time Starts Sunday, March 10:
Use Daylight Saving Time to not only change your clocks, but to update your emergency supply kit. Is it missing any items? Is anything out-of-date, leaking, or damaged? Don’t have an emergency supply kit yet? Now is the time to put one together!
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March 1, 2024
One Year Since Polio Found in Wastewater in Rockland County
The Rockland County Department of Health informs residents that it has been a full year since the poliovirus was found in the wastewater in Rockland and neighboring counties’ sanitary sewer systems. Wastewater surveillance activities are used to determine if a virus is circulating.
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February 2, 2024
Health Department Advises Residents of Recent Measles Cases Across the United States
Rockland County Executive Ed Day advises residents to stay protected from measles as new cases are surfacing across the country.
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February 1, 2024
Walk Smart for Your Heart
Did you know that walking can keep your heart healthy? According to the American Heart Association, research has shown that walking can lower your chances of heart disease. Don’t let the winter weather stop you! You can walk at a mall or take laps around large department or grocery stores.
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December 19, 2023
Drive Safe and Sober this Holiday Season!
This joyous month of the year, when we get together with friends and family to celebrate the holidays, is also, unfortunately, a deadly month due to impaired driving. Stay safe and save lives by following these safety tips.
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December 12, 2023
’Tis the Season to Cope with Holiday Stress
’Tis the season of parties, family get-togethers, gift-buying and giving, and … stress. This month may be the busiest time of year for some of us. Give yourself a present and take some time to take care of yourself and reduce your holiday stress.
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December 11, 2023
Protect Yourself and Your Family from the Flu this Holiday Season
The holiday season is here! It means more time to spend with your family and friends, but also can mean the spread of flu, which may lead to serious illness, especially among certain higher risk groups. Getting a flu vaccine is the best way to reduce your risk from flu.
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November 17, 2023
Stay Healthy this Holiday Season!
As Thanksgiving approaches, the Rockland County Department of Health encourages residents to follow these tips for a healthier holiday season.
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November 3, 2023
Ready to Quit Smoking? Join the Great American Smokeout on November 16th
The Rockland County Department of Health encourages residents to use the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout® on Thursday, November 16th, as the day you commit to quitting smoking or any other forms of tobacco products.
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November 1, 2023
Daylight Saving Time Ends On Sunday, November 5th
The Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents to set their clocks back one hour early on Sunday, November 5th when Daylight Saving Time ends.
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October 24, 2023
Have A Safe And Fun Halloween!
Happy Halloween! The Rockland County Department of Health and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee wants to help make sure that all trick-or-treaters have a safe and fun holiday.
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October 20, 2023
PrEP Aware Week is October 23-29, 2023
The Rockland County Department of Health's Sexual Health Clinic is taking part in PrEP Aware Week by educating the public about what PrEP is, who it's for, and how to get it.