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Protect, maintain, and improve the health and well-being of all Saratoga County residents.

Thank you for visiting Saratoga County Public Health Services on Facebook. This page has been created to provide information regarding public health issues, educational and outreach opportunities, and public service announcements within our Saratoga County communities. We are located in Ballston Spa, and provide services to residents in the towns of: Ballston, Charlton, Clifton Park, Corinth, Day, Edinburgh, Galway, Greenfield, Hadley, Halfmoon, Malta, Milton, Moreau, Northumberland, Providence, Saratoga, Stillwater, Waterford and Wilton. We provide services such as; Tuberculosis Program, Travel and Adult Immunization Clinics, Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinics, Lead Prevention, Rabies Program, Child Immunizations (VFC), Lyme Prevention, Communicable Disease reporting, Maternal Child Program, Emergency Preparedness Program and many more. We offer outreach to the communities through flu clinics, health fairs, health screening clinics, educational presentations and a wide array of other events. In addition, we offer an Early Intervention Program which provides many different types of early intervention services to infants and toddlers under the age of three who have a disability or developmental delay.

09/10/2026

Proper handwashing is always important, but especially now with kids being back in school! 👏

It’s recommended to wash hands with soap and warm running water for at least 20 seconds to stop germs from spreading. If soap is unavailable, it is recommended to use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer containing 60-90% alcohol.

Everyone should wash their hands before eating or preparing food, after using the restroom, after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose, after touching garbage or animals, and whenever hands look dirty.

For more information, please visit: www.cdc.gov/handwashing

09/08/2026

Today is 988 Day – an important day to recognize and highlight the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

If you or someone you love is struggling, 988 is available 24/7, 365 days a year via phone, text, or chat. 988 offers access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. 🩵

In stressful situations, such as returning to school for a new year, remember that help is available and you are never alone.

For more information on 988 Day, please visit: https://loom.ly/CaNSCE4.

09/03/2026

September is National Food Safety Education Month – an important time to prevent foodborne illnesses, also known as “food poisoning.”

There are about 48 million cases of foodborne illnesses annually, which is about 1 in 6 Americans each year. These illnesses can result in hospitalization or even death.

Following simple food safety tips, like Clean, Chill, Cook, and Separate, can help lower your chances of getting sick. ✅

For more information, please visit: https://loom.ly/80MFfMc

08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. A day to remember those who have lost their lives to overdose and support individuals, families, and communities affected by substance use. 💜

Naloxone (Narcan) can reverse an opioid overdose and potentially save a life when used quickly.

We at SCDOH offer FREE Narcan and training - to make a request, please visit: www.saratogacountyny.gov/narcan

For local recovery services and supports, please visit: https://preventioncouncil.org/healing-springs/

08/30/2026

Tomorrow is Saratoga County Narcan Training Day! On August 31, Saratoga Hospital will host a series of free training and distribution sessions at the locations marked by a star in the image.
This event is designed to increase awareness about overdose prevention and to commemorate August 31st as International Overdose Awareness Day.

08/27/2026

It’s almost time to head back to school! Remember that staying on track with immunizations helps to protect children and teens against vaccine-preventable diseases. 📚

If you’re a Saratoga County resident and need help accessing vaccines, SCDOH can assist! Through the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program, we offer vaccines for those who are uninsured, have state-funded insurance (Medicaid, Child Health Plus, etc.) and without a primary care provider.

Appointments are required and can be made by calling 518-584-7460. ☎️

For more information on school immunization requirements, please visit: https://loom.ly/RDhOy50

08/20/2026

August is National Breastfeeding Month. Breastfeeding provides many health benefits for you and your baby. However, it can be difficult to manage breastfeeding in today’s hurried world.

SCDOH has helpful resources for parents and families available on our Programs for Children webpage, including breastfeeding support: https://loom.ly/Lr1XjfU 🖥️

For local data on breastfeeding, check out the Family Health Dashboard: https://saratoga-county-community-health-hub-1-scphs.hub.arcgis.com and click on “Data Dashboards”

08/18/2026

It’s tick season! Take the important steps to protect yourself and your family from tick bites and tickborne illnesses.

Before you go outdoors: 🏕️
🔹Know where to expect ticks.
🔹Treat clothing and gear with an EPA-registered repellent like Permethrin.
🔹Avoid contact with ticks.

After you come indoors: 🏡
🔹Check your clothing and body for ticks.
🔹Check your pets too!
🔹Shower soon after being outdoors.
🔹Remove ticks as soon as possible.

Contact your healthcare provider if any symptoms occur.

For more information, please visit: https://loom.ly/T0zM3nU

08/13/2026

August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! 👓

Vision and eye health plays such an important role in a child’s development, learning ability, and social engagement.

If your child is between the ages of 0-21 years old, has vision problems or another special health care need, the SCDOH Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program is here to help. The CYSHCN Program helps individuals and families with navigating community systems of care as well as linkages to community resources and other needed health services. 🖇️

To refer a child to CYSHCN, please visit: www.saratogacountyny.gov/children

08/11/2026

Power outages from heat waves, storms, and other emergencies can increase the risk of foodborne illness. ⚡

Follow these food safety tips:
🔹Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed. Food will stay safe for up to 4 hours in a refrigerator, 48 hours in a full freezer and 24 hours in a half-full freezer.
🔹If power is out for 4+ hours, use a cooler with ice or frozen gel packs to keep perishables at 40°F or below.
🔹Never taste food to see if it is safe - when in doubt, throw it out!
🔹Discard perishables left above 40°F for more than 4 hours or anything with an unusual smell, color, or texture.
🔹Frozen foods with ice crystals or that remain at 40°F or below can be safely refrozen or cooked.

For more guidance on food safety during a power outage, please visit: https://loom.ly/yP4MB2M

Address

6012 County Farm Road
Saratoga Springs, NY
12020

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Website

https://www.saratogacountyny.gov/departments/health/, https://www.saratogacountyny.gov/socialdisclaimer/

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