Press Releases
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April 16, 2025
Health Department Offers Free Mosquito Control Products
The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is offering free Mosquito Dunks® and fathead minnows to help county residents reduce the number of mosquitoes on their property.
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April 7, 2025
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and state and local law enforcement are raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving, the most common contributing factor in all crashes in New York State (NYS).
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April 7, 2025
National Public Health Week, April 7-13, 2025
The Rockland County Department of Health announces National Public Health Week, April 7th to April 13th, 2025, an annual celebration sponsored by the American Public Health Association.
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April 1, 2025
Rockland Health Department Offers Free Rabies Shots for Cats, Dogs and Ferrets on April 27th
The Rockland County Department of Health announces free rabies vaccinations for cats, dogs, and ferrets belonging to Rockland residents on Sunday, April 27th, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at 50 Sanatorium Road, Building A in Pomona.
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March 28, 2025
Rockland Schools Participated in ‘March Forward’ to Promote Physical Activity in the Classroom
Teachers and students in schools across Rockland County participated in the 13th Annual March Forward from March 3 through March 14, 2025, during Rockland’s annual school-based physical activity awareness weeks.
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March 19, 2025
How Healthy is Rockland County?
The annual County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a program of the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, were released Wednesday. This report compares each county to others nationwide.
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March 14, 2025
County Health Department Continues Prevention Measures in the Community
The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) recognizes that our county has one of the lowest Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccination rates in New York State.
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March 6, 2025
Spring Forward into Daylight Saving Time
As you “spring forward” and set your clocks an hour ahead for Daylight Saving Time this Sunday, March 9, you can look forward to enjoying the extra daylight and activities like going for a walk, gardening, or spending time outside.
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February 26, 2025
Health Department Advises Residents to Stay Protected from Measles as New Cases Increase Nationally & Globally
The Rockland County Department of Health advises residents that measles cases are rising nationally and globally. There are no reported cases in Rockland to date.
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February 6, 2025
H5N1 Avian Influenza Detected in a Wild Canada Goose in Rockland County
Rockland County Department of Health announces the first bird to test positive for H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) in Rockland County.
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February 3, 2025
Walk Your Way to Better Health During American Heart Month
In observance of American Heart Month this February, the Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents of the benefits of walking to improve your health, including heart health.
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December 10, 2024
Drive Safe and Sober this Holiday Season!
The holiday season is a time to celebrate with family and friends but also a time to remember the dangers of driving while impaired by any substance including alcohol, some prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and illegal drugs.
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November 26, 2024
Stay Healthy this Holiday Season – Get Vaccinated!
During National Influenza (Flu) Vaccination Week, December 2nd - 6th, the Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that the best way to prevent the flu, and its complications, is by getting the flu vaccine.
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November 21, 2024
Make Sure Safety is on the Menu This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones, giving thanks, and enjoying delicious meals. However, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving also sees more than three times the daily average of home cooking fires.
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November 20, 2024
Rockland County Upgraded to Drought Warning
The State of New York has upgraded the Hudson Valley region from a Drought Watch to a Drought Warning. There is still no immediate concern for water sources in Rockland, but concern grows the longer the dry period continues.
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November 13, 2024
Rockland County Under Drought Watch
Rockland County is experiencing extremely dry conditions this fall, with little rain predicted in the long-term forecast. Although no immediate concerns exist for our water sources, they could become stressed if these dry conditions continue over the winter months.
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October 29, 2024
Daylight Saving Time Ends on Sunday, November 3rd
The Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that daylight saving time will end for the year at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 3. This is when we "fall back" and gain an extra hour of sleep.
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October 28, 2024
StoryWalk® Project Opens in Village of West Haverstraw
The Rockland County Department of Health invites the public to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the latest StoryWalk® Project installation at Peck’s Pond.
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October 25, 2024
Have a Safe and Fun Halloween!
Happy Halloween! The Rockland County Department of Health and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee want to help ensure that all trick-or-treaters have a safe and fun holiday.
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October 18, 2024
PrEP Aware Week is October 21-27, 2024
The Rockland County Department of Health is proud to participate in PrEP Aware Week from October 21-27, 2024, dedicated to increasing public awareness about PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), who it’s for, and how to access it.