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
Recognize the Signs of a Heart Attack
Heart health is crucial! Do you know the signs of a heart attack? Check out this graphic to stay informed and potentially save a life. Knowledge is power鈥攍et's take care of our hearts together!
Vaccinate Pets Against Rabies
World Rabies Day: September 28th! Help reduce the spread of rabies in our community! Educate yourself about rabies and how to protect yourself & your pet! Check out this site avma.org/.../rabies from the American Veterinary Medical Association to learn more about rabies and your pets.
Jimmy's Dog House: Noises on YouTube
CDC Respiratory Virus Guidelines
The CDC has released new guidelines for Respiratory Viruses, including Influenza, Covid, and RSV.
When people get sick with a respiratory virus, the updated guidance recommends that they stay home and away from others. For people with COVID-19 and influenza, treatment is available and can lessen symptoms and lower the risk of severe illness. The recommendations suggest returning to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, symptoms are improving overall, and if a fever was present, it has been gone without use of a fever-reducing medication.
Once people resume normal activities, they are encouraged to take additional prevention strategies for the next 5 days to curb disease spread, such as taking more steps for cleaner air, enhancing hygiene practices, wearing a well-fitting mask, keeping a distance from others, and/or getting tested for respiratory viruses. Enhanced precautions are especially important to protect those most at risk for severe illness, including those over 65 and people with weakened immune systems.
cdc.gov/.../p0301-respiratory-virus.html
Back to School: Vaccine Requirements
Vaccines cannot wait. Routine vaccinations during childhood help prevent 14 diseases. Make an appointment with your child鈥檚 healthcare provider today.
See Something, Say Something
Keep an eye out for anything that seems unusual or raises concerns in our neighborhood. Your observations matter, and your voice can make a real difference in maintaining a safe environment for all.
If you notice anything that seems out of place or makes you uneasy, please don't hesitate to share it with the appropriate authorities or a trusted individual. By working together, we can ensure the well-being of our community.
Fulton County Walking Routes
Exciting news for all Fulton County residents!
Introducing the new Fulton County Walking Paths designed perfectly for your 15-minute breaks! Each lap is about 0.3 miles and takes just 6 minutes to complete, making it easy to squeeze in a refreshing stroll anytime during your day. ? Lace up your sneakers and explore these paths at various locations across the county.
Check out the link below for more details and to find a path near you: fultoncountyny.gov/...fulton-county-walking-paths
Get moving, Fulton County! Your wellness journey starts here.
Know the Lead Laws for your Home
Be aware of laws to protect your family from lead when buying or renting a house.
For more information: epa.gov/lead/real-estate-disclosures-about-potential-lead-hazards
Are you at risk for prediabetes? Take the Risk Test
Are you one of the nearly 98 million Americans with #prediabetes? Take the 1-minute prediabetes risk test to know where you stand. doihaveprediabetes.org
September is Healthy Aging Month. Get your Updated Vaccines ~ Septiembre es el mes del envejecimiento saludable. Obtenga sus vacunas actualizadas hoy
September is Healthy Aging Month! Prioritize your well-being by staying up to date with vaccinations. Protect yourself from preventable diseases and enjoy life to the fullest. Check to make sure you鈥檙e up to date here: cdc.gov/vaccines/
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Disability LGBTQAI Parent Group
October 9th at 7pm, Parent to Parent is offering a group for parents and caregivers who have a child with disabilities who also identifies in the LGBTQAI community. The group goal is to discuss and share experiences.
Parenting a child with disabilities that also identifies in the LGBTQAI+ community can bring about many challenges and questions. This group offers a safe space for parents and caregivers to discuss this unique intersectionality and share experiences. Register to join!
Register here
First Time Parents Guide
Becoming a parent for the first time is very exciting but can also be stressful with worries and concerns about for caring for your child. For tips on topics such as holding your baby, diapering, bathing, feeding, and more, please click the link below:
kidshealth.org/.../guide-parents
Back to School Vaccines ~ Vacunas de regreso a clases
Back to school season is here! Protect the health of your children and the health of their classmates through vaccination! Check out required school vaccinations for New Yorkers here: health.ny.gov/.../school_vaccines/
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Free Car Seat Check
In celebration of Child Passenger Safety Week, Fulton County Public Health and the Fulton County Sheriff鈥檚 Office are teaming up to offer a FREE Car Seat Check on Friday, September 20th from 4-7 PM!
Appointments & Walk-ins Welcome!
Ensuring your child鈥檚 car seat is properly installed can greatly reduce the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Let our certified technicians help you make sure your child is riding safely!
Come join us for this important event and spread the word! Keep our little ones safe on the road.
Free EPA Lead Training
FREE EPA Lead Trainings. EPA Certified Renovator Class Training Schedule for September 2024. Participants must pre-register. Class size is limited. All trainings are free. Class registration link.
Emergency Information
How you #StayInformed in an emergency isn鈥檛 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鈥檚 (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/
