Category Archives: Press Releases

Recall on Baby Furniture

The Onondaga County Health Department’s Lead Poisoning Control Program is alerting parents about the voluntary recall for “Baby’s Dream Cribs and Furniture”. The grey paint on this furniture contains a high level of lead. Young children are especially at risk for lead poisoning because they often put non-food items in their mouth. Children with lead… Read more >

Cycle in the City Starts on May 17th

Looking for a great way to see Syracuse and to get fit? Join us on Sunday, May 17th at 9:00 am at the Creekwalk Trail Head (Jefferson Street in Armory Square) to launch the 2015 Cycle in the City’s free guided bike rides.   Creating Healthy Places to Live, Work, and Play in Onondaga County Program,… Read more >

Rabies Shot Clinics May – June 2015

The Onondaga County Health Department, in cooperation with local community partners, will be offering rabies shot clinics at the following locations in  May – June 2015: Monday, May 11th from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Village of Manlius Recreation Center located at 6 Stickley Drive, Manlius Thursday, May 21st from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm… Read more >

It’s Your Health: Take Charge!

This Mother’s Day marks the beginning of National Women’s Health Week. The week of May 10th – 16th is recognized as National Women’s Health Week and is the perfect time to put your health at the top of your priority list! The goal of National Women’s Health Week is to empower women to make their… Read more >

Parent Forum to Address Questions about Vaccines

Are you a new or expectant parent looking for clear and accurate information about vaccines for your baby?  The Onondaga County Health Department will be hosting a FREE Parent Forum on Vaccines for parents to learn more about vaccines and get their questions answered by experts.  A brief presentation on the basics of immunizations will… Read more >

National Infant Immunization Week April 18 – April 25

National Infant Immunization Week is a week set aside each year to highlight the importance of protecting infants from vaccine preventable disease.  Children, especially infants, are at higher risk for disease. You can protect your infant by getting them vaccinated on time.  Why should you immunize your baby? Here are five important reasons why: Immunizations… Read more >

Make the Right Choice and Get Screened for Colorectal Cancer

If you’re age 50 or older and haven’t been screened for colorectal cancer, now is your time! According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 3 adults ages 50-75 years are not getting tested for colorectal cancer as recommended.  Screening can find polyps so they can be removed before turning into… Read more >

It is Essential to Take Steps to Avoid Measles

The Onondaga County Health Department is reminding Onondaga County residents about the importance of being up-to-date on all vaccinations including measles. Since December 2014, there has been an ongoing multistate outbreak of measles in the United States. Dr. Indu Gupta, Commissioner of Health, explained “Onondaga County has not had a confirmed measles case since 2000.… Read more >

Take Precautions During the Cold Weather

Take Precautions During the Cold Weather Onondaga County Health Commissioner, Indu Gupta, MD, MPH, recommends that Onondaga County residents take precautions against the hazards of severe cold weather to prevent cold related injuries and carbon monoxide poisoning.  Dr. Gupta stated, “With these low temperatures, people, especially the elderly and infants, are at risk for hypothermia… Read more >