LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The Livingston County Department of Health has responded to the State Department of Health announcement that a tourist from Europe confirmed to have measles, stopped in Dansville. According to a press release from the Department of Health a tourist with a confirmed case of measles stopped off of I-390 at exit 5 in Dansville on May 2nd between 9:30 a.m. and noon. The European tourist made a trip throughout New York State … [Read more...]
Liv. Co. Health Department in Need for Volunteers for Outbreak Preparedness Exercise
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The Livingston County Department of Health is conducting a preparedness exercise for a potential disease outbreak and is looking for volunteers. According to a press release from Yvonne Oliver, Livingston County Public Health Director, the event is a simulation of a disease outbreak and will assist the Department's ability to handle a potential outbreak. "An upcoming drill will test the Livingston County Department of … [Read more...]
Health Dept.: Fluoride is Your Kid’s Friend to Fight Tooth Decay
LIVINGSTON COUNTY The County's Department of Health strongly recommends that school-age kids receive dental sealants and fluoride that can nearly eliminate tooth decay. The Livingston County Department of Health issued a press release reminding all that tooth decay (cavities) is one of the most common chronic conditions of childhood in the United States. "Untreated tooth decay causes pain and infections that may lead to eating, speaking, … [Read more...]
County Department of Health Celebrates ‘Power of Rural’ on National Rural Health Day
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Livingston County Department of Health encourages residents to be healthy on National Rural Health Day. According to a press release from Livingston County, National Rural Health Day is an opportunity to 'Celebrate the Power of Rural' by honoring the selfless, community-minded, 'can do' spirit that prevails in rural America. "It also gives us a chance to bring to light the unique healthcare challenges that rural … [Read more...]
County Therapists Overbooked, Dept. of Health Looks to Add One
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Case overload for the Department of Health's therapists is forcing the department to look into expanding their therapist staff. Jim Peraino appeared at Monday's Ways and Means Committee meeting to introduce the idea of making a new hire. "The caseload for the current clinicians are about 130. The industry averages about 90, so it's definitely needed," said Peraino. "Even by adding this one won't even really reduce the … [Read more...]
Springwater Hoarders’ Animal Waste Now a Public Health Nuisance
SPRINGWATER – A property on Wrights Road is now considered a public health nuisance and the subject of another repair order from the Livingston County Department of Health and the Town of Springwater, forcing its owners to negotiate a settlement or cleanup plan with the County. Livingston County Public Health Director Jennifer Rodriguez says that the approximately 77-acre property at 6679 Wrights Road has been under investigation by the Health … [Read more...]
Livingston County Committee Approves $800K in Health Dept. Improvements
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Livingston County Ways and Means Committee unanimously voted in favor of a large-scale renovation and security improvement project for the headquarters of the Livingston County Department of Health on Murray Hill Drive. All told, the approved contracts are for $804,400, to come from the County's Capital Improvement Program, which is funding set aside for such large-scale projects. Projects are not only intended to give … [Read more...]
Health Dept. Provides Resources in Wake of Lead Tests at Livonia Schools
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Livingston County Department of Health released an advisory to the community on Monday re-iterating that the Livonia Central School District is taking action about high levels of lead in their drinking water, and instructing guardians of children about lead poisoning prevention. According to a press release from the Department of Health, the Livonia Central School District conducted tests and notified the … [Read more...]
Health Dept. Survey Asks What Ails Livingston County
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Livingston County Department of Health, Noyes Health and the Genesee Valley Health Partnership are in the process of conducting a community health assessment in order to optimize local public health services. According to a press release from the Department of Health, this joint Community Health Assessment is set to be complete by December 2016, and the public is invited to provide input regarding health concerns … [Read more...]
Pups Fine to Dine at Outdoor Restaurants in NYS
NYLON – On the fence about bringing your pup to lunch? Worry not, New York State Public Health Law has you covered. According to a press release from the Livingston County Department of Health, on October 26, 2015, the NYS Public Health Law 1352-e was established to allow companion dogs in outdoor dining areas under certain conditions. Companion dogs are defined as those domesticated dogs accompanied by an individual for the purpose of … [Read more...]