Schuyler County Public Health Rabies Clinic

• Dogs, cats and ferrets welcome, unless otherwise stated.
• All animals must be at least 3 months old.
• Vaccination is at no charge, donations are greatly appreciated.
• Dogs must be on a leash.
• Cats and Ferrets must in in a carrier. One per carrier, please.
• Bring p...

511NY - Southern Tier Rideshare

Schuyler County welcomes you to the 511NY Southern Tier Rideshare ridematching service, a new way for commuters to find transportation options.  This easy-to-use and free website provides information on smarter travel options including carpooling...

Schuyler County Historical & Contemporary Records-Online Searching

By making records available online, you can search wherever you have the Internet, 24 hours a day, seven days a week—even during major holidays. Search from your office, from your home, or even from another state. Search at your convenience.
Search For R...Contemporary & historical records online

RECYCLE YOUR ELECTRONICS AT A LOW COST!

Phones, Cell Phones and Audio/Video Equipment, microwaves, vacuums, fans, electric heaters, coffee makers (no glass pots) and blenders (no glass containers, base only).

Computers, Monitors, Keyboards, Mice, Cables, Video Game Consoles, Laptops, Scanne...Read on...

ProAct Prescription Discount Card Program

The ProAct Prescription Discount Card Program provides real financial savings at the pharmacy counter for participants who are uninsured, underinsured or whose current plan does not cover a particular medication. Get started today by printing a card.

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Photos of Schuyler County

Photos of Schuyler County activities can be seen here. Should you have a photo taken from your stay here in Schuyler County and you would like to share, please email ptomassi@co.schuyler.ny.us . Thank you for viewing~

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Flu season: your health is worth a shot

It’s that time of year again

Flu season will be here soon so now is the time to get vaccinated. Influenza (flu) is a serious disease caused by a virus and it can make you feel miserable! Fever, cough, shaking chills, body aches, and extreme weakn...

Rabies Clinic September 28

In observance of World Rabies Day, a Rabies Clinic is being held at Lakeside Vet on September 28.

• September 28 from 2:30 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. at Lakeside Vet (220 South Catharine Street, Montour Falls, NY 14865)
• Cats, dogs, ferrets and horses must be ...

Steps to Take to Prevent Falls

Steps to take to prevent falls:

• Stay physically active. Using an exercise program that is right for you can help make you stronger and more flexible.
• Have your eyes and hearing tested. Small changes in your hearing and eyesight can cause you to fall. If you...

Strong Kids, Safe Kids at Schuyler Family Fit Fest

September 29, 201810:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.Montour Falls Carnival Grounds • Route 224 • Montour Falls, NY

The Cayuga Health System (Schuyler Hospital and Cayuga Medical Center), Schuyler County Public Health, and Strong Kids, Safe Kids have pa...

Job opportunity: SCCUDD Project Coordinator

We need your input!

There is a very important health-related survey going on across our 9-county region and we need your input. This survey is designed to listen to our community through the stories of our residents. Your experiences and ideas will help us to understand and ...

Cats Only Rabies Clinic

Don't miss our upcoming Cats Only Rabies Clinic on September 11, 2018 from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Shared Services Building in Watkins Glen (910 S. Decatur Street).

• Cats must be at least 3 months of age.
• Cats must be in a carrier.
• One animal per carrier.
• Please b...

Cleaning Up Mold After Flooding

If your home experienced moisture or water damage during the recent flooding, it may be at risk for mold growth. Use the following information from Schuyler County Public Health to make sure you are safely removing mold from your home.Water damage can pro...

12 Months. 177 Pounds.

12 Months. 177 Pounds.

Did you know there is a program available to Schuyler County residents that can help them lose weight and keep it off? The program, offered by Schuyler County Public Health and their community partners, helps community members lose w...

Do You Have a Preteen or Teen? Protect Their Future With Vaccines

Taking your Preteen or Teen to their sports physical, making sure they eat healthy and get plenty of sleep…you know these are crucial to your child’s health. Schuyler County Public Health would also like you to know your preteens and ...

Make Sure Your Well Doesn’t Make You Sick

Is your well water safe? Schuyler County Public Health wants community members to check on their wells and septic systems to make sure they didn’t get damaged in the latest flooding. If your water comes from a well, make sure it is safe to use a...

Photo contest is seeking to capture what HEALs Schuyler County

The Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Schuyler group is having a photo contest for amateur and professional photographers to catch the creative ways in which people HEAL in Schuyler County. Watkins Glen was just voted ‘10 Best Small Town for A...

A Healthy Start: Pregnancy and Vaccines

During pregnancy, you often think about baby names, nursery colors and prenatal vitamins, but you should also think about vaccines. Vaccines during pregnancy not only protect you against diseases, but you also pass some protection to your baby that will l...

Safety Tips for After Flooding

With recent flooding, Schuyler County Public Health wants to provide the community with tips to help them and their family stay safe and healthy. Flooding can damage and contaminate wells. If your water comes from a well, make sure it is safe to use and d...

2017 Annual Report is now available!

Schuyler County Public Health's Annual Report for 2017 is now available. Check out the report for more information about our programs and services, what we accomplished in 2017, and our goals for 2018.

Free presentation on practical strategies to use when working with children with special needs

Presentation: Understanding Challenging Behaviors in Children With Special Needs and Autism

Details:

• Date: Friday, June 8, 2018
• Location: The Inn On The Lake, 770 South Main Street, Canandaigua, NY 14424
• Time: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Registration Begins at 8:30 a....

Free presentation on strengthening communication in children with autism spectrum disorder

This conference will focus on the different types of communication systems, including AAC (Augmentative Alternative Communication), PECS (Picture Exchange Communication Systems), Sign Language and Scrolling (Producing All Signs), and Apps for iPad. The pr...

Rabies Clinic June 2

Please "Paws" to Prevent Rabies-Cats, dogs and ferrets must be at least 3 months of age-Cats and ferrets must be in a carrier-One animal per carrier-Dogs must be on a leash-Please bring proof of any prior rabies shotVaccination is free of charge...

National Infant Immunization Week

April 21 through 28 is National Infant Immunization Week this year! National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is an annual observance to promote the benefits of immunizations and to improve the health of children.

Did you know?

• Through immunizations we can n...

Job opportunity: Americorps VISTA position working with SCCUDD

Schuyler County Coalition on Underage Drinking and Drugs (SCCUDD)’s Opioid/Over the Counter Coordinating VISTA:June 2018-Jun 2019

This VISTA Opioid Project focuses on addressing the opioid crisis in Schuyler County by placing a VISTA member to or...

Group Walk with HEAL Schuyler

HEAL Schuyler will be leading a community walk on the Catharine Valley Trail on Saturday April 28, 2018 at 10:00 am. We will start the walk at the Hope Garden located in front of the Mill Creek Center (106 South Perry St) in Watkins Glen. Everyone is invi...

Parents' Corner: Taking Care of Yourself

Join us at Schuyler Parents’ Corner for a fun and interactive class to help find rest and renewed energy through parenting! Class will be taught by local yoga instructor and owner of Selah Studio’s Yoga & Music Instruction, Susan S...

University at Albany’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities 12th Annual Statewide Conference

University at Albany’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities 12th Annual Statewide Conference is scheduled for Friday, April 20, 2018 from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Parents, school personnel, and community professionals are welcome to attend. The keynote p...

Community Baby Shower

Community Baby Shower on Saturday, April 14, 2018 from 1 PM to 3:30 PM. Fun, games, and door prizes available. The baby shower will take place at the Chemung County Health Department in Elmira, NY.

Registration table will be at the front door, through the ...

Emergency DRILL next Tuesday, April 10, in Schuyler County

Please read to the bottom of this page to learn more about the drill and to view the Vaccine Information Sheet.

Click here to preregister for the DRILL

April 6, 2018 - Schuyler County Public Health’s emergency DRILL is next Tuesday, April 10, from...

Parents' Corner: Free Class on Safely Lifting and Carrying Kids

Looking for painless parenting? Join us March 16th from 10AM-11AM at the Family Play and Resource Center for a free, interactive class on safely lifting and carrying kids. This class, taught by local physical therapist Dr. Amanda Smith-Socaris, PT, DPT, O...

Help Prevent Flu in your Community

Schuyler County Public Health is warning residents that the flu is widespread in New York right now and that the Governor has declared influenza an imminent public health threat. Schuyler County Public Health actively monitors the flu and flu-like illness...