Press Releases

October 17, 2025

Protect Your Family This National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 19-25

For National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, October 19th through October 25th, the Rockland County Department of Health’s Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) is raising awareness about the dangers of lead exposure.

October 16, 2025

PrEP Yourself: Stay Ahead of HIV

The Rockland County Department of Health is proud to participate in PrEP Aware Week from October 19th through the 25th, dedicated to increasing public awareness about PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), who it’s for, and how to access it.

October 3, 2025

Fire Prevention Week is October 5 - 11

The Rockland County Department of Health is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association, the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week™ for more than 100 years, to promote this year’s campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.”

October 1, 2025

Health Department Offers Additional Flu and MMR Clinics

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) will offer seasonal flu (influenza virus) and measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccines at various community locations. The flu vaccine is available for individuals aged 6 months and older.

September 30, 2025

Health Department Reports First Human Case of West Nile Virus in 2025

Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Leahy confirmed the season's first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in a county resident. West Nile virus is most commonly spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.

September 18, 2025

Health Department Continues to Offer Free Mosquito Dunks to Prevent Breeding & Protect Against Mosquito-Borne Diseases

With summer winding down, the Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents that mosquitoes will continue to breed into the fall.

September 12, 2025

Risk of Legionnaires’ Disease in Rockland County Remains Low

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) reassures residents that the risk of Legionnaires’ disease in Rockland County remains low, following reports of increased cases in Westchester County and a New York City outbreak in August.

September 11, 2025

Health Department Offers Flu and MMR Vaccines

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) will offer seasonal flu (influenza virus) and measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccines at various community locations.

September 8, 2025

Are You Prepared for an Emergency?

September is National Preparedness Month, a nationwide campaign designed to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for unexpected disasters and emergencies.

September 5, 2025

Rockland Health Department Offers Free Rabies Shots for Cats, Dogs and Ferrets on Sunday, October 5th

The Rockland County Department of Health announces free rabies vaccinations for cats, dogs, and ferrets belonging to Rockland residents on Sunday, October 5th, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at 50 Sanatorium Road, Building A in Pomona.

September 3, 2025

Protect Your Children from Injuries

Injuries are the leading cause of death for children in New York State. Each year, more than 18,000 youths ages 19 and younger are hospitalized due to preventable injuries.

August 26, 2025

Health Department Announces Measles Vaccine Clinics

Rockland County Executive Ed Day and County Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Leahy inform residents that the Health Department will be holding free measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine clinics in the community.

August 25, 2025

First Measles Case Confirmed in Rockland County this Year

August 19, 2025

Back-to-School Bus Safety

As the new school year approaches, the Rockland County Department of Health urges students, parents, and drivers to prioritize school bus safety.

August 4, 2025

Schedule Your Child’s Back-to-School Check-Up and Vaccinations Today

Summer may still be in full swing, but now is the perfect time to schedule your child’s annual check-up and ensure they are up-to-date on their vaccinations before the new school year begins.

July 24, 2025

Don’t Let Ticks Spoil Your Summer Fun!

As summer continues, the Rockland County Department of Health reminds residents to take precautions to avoid tick bites and reduce the risk of tick-borne illnesses. While not all ticks carry disease, and not every bite leads to illness, prevention and early action are key.

July 15, 2025

West Nile Virus Detected in Rockland County Mosquitoes

The Rockland County Department of Health announces the New York State Department of Health has confirmed this season’s first positive pool, or group, of mosquitoes for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Rockland.

July 10, 2025

Help Shape the Future of Health in Rockland County

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) encourages all residents to help identify the health issues that matter most to you and your community by taking a short (just 10–15 minutes), anonymous Community Health Assessment Survey. The deadline for submitting your survey is July 31, 2025.

July 9, 2025

Health Department Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week August 1 – 7

Join the free annual “Live, Love, Latch! BYO Basket Picnic” in celebration of World Breastfeeding Week on Friday, August 1st from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Haverstraw Bay Park, located at 21 Gagan Rd, Haverstraw, NY.

July 8, 2025

Keep Your Cool in the Extreme Heat and Humidity

When the forecast calls for hot and humid weather, the Rockland County Department of Health urges residents to take the following simple steps to stay cool and prevent heat-related illnesses.