Washington County, NY Public Health Department

06/19/2026

Our office is Closed today in Observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans.
We will be back in the office Monday, June 22nd for normal business hours, 8:30am-4:30pm.

06/18/2026

Protect yourself and your family by taking simple precautions to avoid tick bites, especially in woodedor grassy areas:
• Wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts and closed-toed shoes.
• Keep long hair tied back, especially when gardening.
• Check for ticks often while outdoors and brush them away before they attach.
• Perform a full body check multiple times during the day, as well as at the end of the day, to ensure that no ticks are attached.
• Tumble dry clothes in a dryer on high heat for 10 minutes to kill ticks after you come indoors.
• Shower soon after coming indoors.
• Check pets for ticks.
• Consider using EPA-registered repellents labelled as effective against ticks containing DEET, picaridin or IR3535, and follow label instructions. If you are using sunscreen, apply sunscreen first and insect repellent second.
To learn more, watch https://bit.ly/4cOrOmx

06/18/2026

: CooCooBaby Baby Loungers; The baby loungers violate the mandatory standard for Infant Sleep Products. Get refund. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/CooCooBaby-Baby-Loungers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Suffocation-and-Fall-Hazards-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Infant-Sleep-Products

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Seek shelter AS SOON AS you hear the first rumble of thunder. Stay inside for 30 minutes after the last rumble. More tips: https://on.ny.gov/4tzDTCl

06/18/2026

: LiKee Pull String Teething Toys; The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. The strings can reach the back of children’s throat and become lodged. Get replacement toy. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/LiKee-Pull-String-Teething-Toys-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Choking-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys-Sold-on-Amazon-by-ChilanTech

06/17/2026

Food poisoning is completely preventable. Keep you and your loved ones safe during graduation celebrations with these tips!

Doing the Cooking?
Plan ahead, but don’t purchase perishable foods too early. They may spoil before party day. Be aware of cold food storage times for best quality and safety.
When preparing party food, wash hands and surfaces often.

Grilling Out?
Use separate plates for raw and cooked foods when grilling.
Remember to use a food thermometer. Cooking foods to a safe internal temperature is the only way to destroy bacteria.

Having it Catered?
Use chafing dishes, your oven or slow cookers to keep hot foods hot! Hold at or above 140°F (60°C).
Place cold food in containers on ice. Hold cold foods at or below 40°F (4°C).
Learn more Here: https://www.foodsafety.gov/blog/oh-places-youll-go-food-safety