Director of Public Health:
Laurel Headwell, MS
Assistant Director:
Angela Stuart Palmer, MS
Supervising PHN:
Kim Frederick, MS, RN
Fiscal Manager:
Tammy Mickan
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Address:
County Services Complex
2714 State Highway 29
Johnstown, NY 12095
Phone:
(518) 736-5720
Fax:
(518) 762-1382
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Public Health News
Keep It Moving Challenge
Earn points to help you stay motivated as you log activities.
The challenge runs from January 1 – April 13, 2025.
Visit hekahealth.com/apha25 to get started.
Fight Lead Poisoning
Be aware of lead hazards in your home and how they can affect your children.
Learn more about lead poisoning prevention here: health.ny.gov/environmental/lead/
RECALL of DREAMGRO LULLABY TRAVEL SOOTHERS
Description:
This recall involves Dreamgro lullaby travel soothers for infants. They are shaped as a mermaid, have a soft gold star attached to the mermaid’s head, and were sold in light blue and pink colors. The soothers play music and have a detachable hook that attaches to car seats and strollers. The Dreamgro name and model numbers are located on the soother’s tag.
Product and Color Model # UPC CODE
Light Blue Mermaid DF156-MT 196710005615
Pink Mermaid DF156-LI 196710008709
Hazard:
The recalled toy’s gold-colored soft star can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Recall Date: November 07, 2024
For more information:
cpsc.gov/.../Dreamgro-Recalls-Lullaby-Travel-Soothers-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
Lead Poisoning Prevention
Recognizing the signs of lead in a child’s environment can give families a head start on protecting their children from lead poisoning even before they are born! Primary prevention is the removal of lead hazards from the environment before a child is lead exposed. It is the most effective way to ensure that children do not experience harmful long-term effects of lead exposure.Learn how to spot a lead hazard and how to safely remove it at the link below.
cdc.gov/lead-prevention/prevention/
Postpartum Depression Support
Having a baby can be one of the biggest and happiest events in a person's life. Life with a new baby can be exciting and rewarding, but it can also be stressful at times. Pregnant women and new mothers may struggle with perinatal depression. Many feel tearful, stressed and exhausted. If these feelings get worse or last for several weeks, reach out for support.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Talk with someone today!
• Call 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
• Call of text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Warming Center
The Kimball Street Warming Center run by Catholic Charities is open for the season from November 15th 2024 to April 15th 2025. It is located at 1 Kimball Street in Amsterdam, NY and hours run from 5pm to 7:30am the next day.
Offering:
• 10 beds
• Quick hot meals
• Washer and dryer for use
• Shower with available soap and towels
No guests please beyond 10pm for check in and no more than 2 bags of personal items. The Warming Center is available to adults 18yrs+ and no pets are allowed. Guests accepted on a first come first serve basis. Call 518-842-4202 ext. 3114 for more information.
Emergency Information
How you #StayInformed in an emergency isn’t carved in stone. Find several trusted sources of #emergency information & have multiple ways to receive alerts & warnings. Learn more at https://www.cdc.gov/prepyourhealth/planahead/stayinformed/index.htm #PrepYourHealth
To find Rehab Centers that provide alcohol, drug, and other substance abuse rehabilitation you can call 1-866-972-0589. To find a list of rehabs in each state, visit https://freerehabcenters.org/
A growing public health crisis is suicide. Freerehabcenters.org has put together resources for the prevention of suicide including crisis lines, veterans suicide resources, youth suicide resources, and other mental health and suicide prevention resources. Visit https://www.freerehabcenters.org/article/suicide-prevention-resources to learn more.
The Fulton County Public Health Department under the direction of the Fulton County Board of Supervisors and the New York State Department of Health, seeks to promote wellness, to protect from disease, to prevent injury/disability, to prepare for emerging illness/disease and to assist Fulton County residents in attaining and maintaining optimal health.
Each person and/or their family will be educated in accessing health care and will be empowered to be responsible for the decisions regarding their health care needs. Many services offered by FCPH are provided free of charge; others have eligibility criteria and sliding fee scales are available for the uninsured.
For immunization or car seat appointments call 518-736-5720 to schedule your visit.
How do I go about getting rabies vaccination for my pet?
Pet immunization clinics are held periodically throughout the year. A copy of the current Rabies Clinic Vaccination flyer can be accessed by visiting https://www.fultoncountyny.gov/rabies>.
A nominal donation is requested. Rabies clinic dates are also advertised in local newspapers, on Facebook and posted in town halls. Clinic pre-registration is available by calling (518) 736-5720 three weeks prior to each clinic.
How do I reduce, prevent and eliminate lead in my home?
Please visit the New York State Department of Health's website at www.health.ny.gov/environmental/lead/ or the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website at https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/.
For specific questions, please contact our Lead Nurse here at Fulton County Public Health at (518) 736-5720.
How do I qualify for the low-income car seat program?
You or your child need to have some type of public assistance (WIC benefits, Medicaid, food stamps) or be below WIC income guidelines (200% of poverty). Additionally, you need to have a valid reason for needing a car seat.
You can sign up for an appointment by calling our office at (518) 736-5720 and asking to speak with our Child Passenger Safety Technician.
I am concerned about my child's development. Are there services available?
Early Intervention is for children with development delays from birth to age 3. Children are evaluated and if found eligible for the program may receive services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy or special education services (to name some).
Children ages 3-5 are evaluated through their local school district Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to determine eligibility and services. Both programs are voluntary.
How do I get my immunization records?
Fulton County Public Health can provide copies of immunizations that were obtained in their office.
If your immunizations were not done at Fulton County Public Health, immunization records can be obtained from doctors' offices and schools (K-12 or college) attended.
How do I treat head lice and what are the school/daycare rules? Also, how do you treat for bedbugs?
Please watch this YouTube video: "Head Lice to Dead Lice."
For bed bugs, please watch this YouTube video: "7 Things You Should Know About Bed Bugs."
Where can I learn more about cooling centers in NYS?
Visit the NYS Department of Health at https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/weather/cooling/about.htm
Where can I go to get more information on Cooling Assistance Benefits?
Visit the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) site at https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/#cooling-assistance
Where can I go to get more information on HEAP Heating Assistance programs?
Visit the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) site at https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/#regular-benefit
What is the Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP) and how do I learn more about it?
Visit the NYS Department of Health Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program site at https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/hpnap/
