National Public Health Week, April 7-13, 2025

NEW CITY, NY, - The Rockland County Department of Health announces National Public Health Week, April 7^th to April 13^th, 2025, an annual celebration sponsored by the American Public Health Association.

“This year marks the 30^th anniversary of National Public Health Week, a perfect time to celebrate our successes and to continue to work together with our federal, state, and local partners to create a vision for the health of all our residents,” said Dr. Mary Leahy, Rockland County Commissioner of Health.

The Rockland County Department of Health plays a crucial role in supporting the health and well-being of the community. Our services are designed to address various aspects of public health, including:

• Disease Prevention: Offering immunizations for children, adults, and high-risk populations, and monitoring and tracking infectious diseases to prevent their spread.
• Environmental Safety: Monitoring and working to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all residents, including ensuring safe drinking water, proper waste disposal, mosquito control, food safety in restaurants and other public food establishments, and inspecting community facilities such as pools to ensure they meet health and safety standards.
• Health Education: Educating the public on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, fall prevention, chronic disease self-management, and other preventive healthcare practices to encourage healthy behaviors.
• Health Emergency and Disaster Response: Preparing and responding to public health emergencies and providing community-wide disaster response plans and resources.
• Housing Safeguards: Protecting the living conditions of renters, seniors, and low-income residents to ensure safe housing options and occupancy regulations.
• Maternal, Child, and School Programs: Providing services that support the health of mothers, children, and school-aged individuals, ensuring they receive the care they need, including providing prenatal care, postnatal care, parenting classes, WIC supplemental food program, lactation support and resources, and services for children with special needs. 
• Support for Vulnerable Populations: Ensuring that individuals with disabilities or those who are part of vulnerable populations receive appropriate care and support.

These programs and services are integral in fostering a healthier, more informed, and supported community. Visit www.nphw.org/ for more information about National Public Health Week. Visit the Health Department’s webpage to find out about the many programs and services we offer.

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