As people spend more time outdoors during the summer months, they're encouraged to be aware of the risk of potential exposure to rabies from wildlife. The Chautauqua County Health Department said the most common way people and animals are exposed … [Read more...]
County Health Department Promoting ‘Don’t Fry Day’ Today
The Chautauqua County Health Department is joining the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention in promoting "Don't Fry Day" today. The goal of "Don't Fry Day" is to raise awareness about the potential dangers of ultraviolet (UV) radiation and … [Read more...]
Residents Encouraged To Use Alternate Modes of Transportation For Active Transportation Week
Chautauqua County residents are being encouraged to find alternate modes of transportation this week as part of the county's first annual Active Transportation Week. The Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development, in collaboration … [Read more...]
Residents Encouraged To Take Precautions To Avoid Tick Bites While Outdoors
Residents are encouraged to take precautions while outdoors to prevent tick bites. May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and the Chautauqua County Health Department recommends checking for and properly removing ticks, understanding the symptoms of … [Read more...]
NYS Health Department Warning Residents About Hepatitis A Case in Yates County
The State Health Department is warning residents about a confirmed case of Hepatitis A in Yates County. Due to increased travel over spring break, the department wants residents to be informed and take action to protection their health by … [Read more...]
Free Rabies Clinic In Falconer Takes Place April 20
A free rabies clinic will be held in the village of Falconer on Saturday, April 20. The Chautauqua County Health Department and the Chautauqua County Humane Society will hold the clinic from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Village of Falconer … [Read more...]
Water Conservation Order Goes Into Effect For Fredonia Water Customers at Midnight, April 13
A water conservation order will go into effect for Village of Fredonia water customers beginning at midnight, Saturday, April 13 until further notice. The conservation order includes those who live in the town of Pomfret. The Chautauqua County … [Read more...]
County, State Offer Safety Tips For Solar Eclipse
The Chautauqua County Health Department urges residents to use extreme caution while viewing the eclipse. In order to prevent severe eye injury, residents are encouraged to be prepared with proper eclipse viewing glasses. Spectators can prevent … [Read more...]
NYS To Implement Lead Paint Rental Registry In 14701, Other High Risk Areas
New York State is working on implementing a lead paint rental registry for high risk areas. Jamestown is ranked seventh in the state for lead poisoning, with 60 children in the 14701 zip code being affected by lead poisoning a year. Chautauqua … [Read more...]
Free Rabies Clinic In Falconer Set for March 23
A free rabies clinic will be held in the village of Falconer on Saturday, March 23. The Chautauqua County Health Department and the Chautauqua County Humane Society will hold the clinic from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Village of Falconer … [Read more...]
