Washington County, NY Public Health Department

Washington County, NY Public Health Department Washington County NY Public Health Service has provided health care and preventive services to the residents of Washington County since 1928.

To prevent epidemics and the spread of disease
To prevent injuries
To promote and encourage healthy behaviors
To respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery
To provide health care education for the patient, the patients' family and the community
Following is not = to an endorsement.

06/12/2026

It's HOT out there, New Yorkers! 🥵 Make sure you stay safe and hydrated:

▶️ Drink plenty of water, even if you're not thirsty.
▶️ When working outside, drink 8 oz of water every 15-20 minutes.
▶️ Drink water in shorter intervals.
▶️ More tips: http://dhses.ny.gov/extreme-heat

Protect your family from Lead Poisoning by Cleaning up Lead-Dust in Your Home.Steps to Clean Up Lead Dust in Your Home:S...
06/12/2026

Protect your family from Lead Poisoning by Cleaning up Lead-Dust in Your Home.
Steps to Clean Up Lead Dust in Your Home:
Step 1: Vacuum the room, starting at the highest point and working your way down to the floor.
Step 2: Leave the room and let the dust settle in the room for 30 minutes. If you don't let the dust settle, you may breath in the lead contaminated dust while wiping.
Step 3: Wet Wiping
Wear rubber gloves and mix cleaning solution in one bucket and fill the other with clean water.
Wet a disposable rag in the bucket of cleaning solution and wipe down surfaces: Window sills, window wells, door frames, walls. Wet a disposable mop cloth with the cleaning solution and mop the floors.
Throw away the used rags and used mop cloth into a heavy duty garbage bag after use.
Step 4: Rinse
Repeat step 3 using fresh disposable cloths and the clean rinse water.
Step 5: Get rid of the used cleaning solution and rinse water by pouring it down the toilet.
For more information visit our Lead page:
https://www.washingtoncountyny.gov/319/Lead-Program

Is your child safe in their car seat? Find out! Washington County Public Health will be holding a Free Car Seat Check i...
06/11/2026

Is your child safe in their car seat? Find out! Washington County Public Health will be holding a Free Car Seat Check in partnership with Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Company, 11289 NY-149, Fort Ann NY 12827 on Wednesday, June 17th from 3-5pm.

Certified Car Seat Technicians will be on hand to check car seats for proper fit, use, possible recall and to help parents and caregivers on how to use the seat right. If a car seat is found to be unsafe, a limited number of car seats may be available for donation.

The car seat check is sponsored by New York State Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, Washington County Public Health, and the Cambridge Volunteer Fire Department.

Public Health also does checks by appointment at our office!

For more information, contact Elizabeth St. John, Washington County Public Health, at 746-2400 x3478.

06/11/2026

With multiple days worth of dangerous heat and severe weather upon us, it's important to be informed and prepared! Know the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses and create a plan to prevent them in yourself. Likewise, know and prepare yourself for the dangers that come with non-severe and severe thunderstorms. Preparedness is power!

June is National Safety Month. This week focuses on Sharing the Roads Safely.There are many factors that contribute to ...
06/10/2026

June is National Safety Month. This week focuses on Sharing the Roads Safely.

There are many factors that contribute to our safety and the safety of others on the road. Being aware of our surroundings and understanding how to share the roads
safely with others improves your chance of avoiding potentially deadly situations.

Learn more here:
https://www.nsc.org/getmedia/d376fcf8-6aa6-46e5-9b24-f73ebb61d54e/2026-nsm-sharing-road-safely-st-combo.pdf

Around 2 million U.S middle and high school students use e-ci******es. Many teens believe that va**ng is not as harmful ...
06/09/2026

Around 2 million U.S middle and high school students use e-ci******es. Many teens believe that va**ng is not as harmful as ci******es, and they find the lack of smoke appealing. E-ci******es are also lower cost than traditional ci******es.

Ni****ne gets you hooked due to the addictive nature, don't v**e it's more harmful than you think.

Interested in quitting, visit https://www.washingtoncountyny.gov/1237/Commit-2-Quit or call 518-746-2400.

Address

1153 Burgoyne Avenue
Fort Edward, NY
12828

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15187462400

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