Press Releases
Upstate University Hospital’s Mammography Van Visiting Oneida County
Upstate University Hospital Mammography Van will be visiting 50 Forward Mohawk Valley to provide breast cancer screenings through a partnership with the Oneida County Health Department. The clinic will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on September 8, 2025 at 50 Forward Mohawk Valley at the Parkway Center located at 220 Memorial Parkway in Utica. Appointments are recommended for women who want to get a mammogram to ensure they can be seen that day. To schedule a mammogram, women should call 315-464-2588. Appointments can also be requested online at: https://www.upstate.edu/noexcuses.
Oneida County Announces Car Seat Safety Events
The Oneida County Health Department announced car seat safety events that will be co-hosted with the Sheriff’s Office.
The events will take place at the following locations and times:
- Deerfield Volunteer Fire Company, 5476 Trenton Road, Utica on September 25 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Griffiss International Airport (Airport Operations Building), 706 Hangar Road, Rome on October 21 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Horse Tests Positive for EEE Virus in Town of Vienna
A yearling horse has tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis virus (EEE) in the Town of Vienna. The horse developed neurological symptoms on August 27, 2025, a blood sample was sent to Cornell Lab for testing, and positive test results were reported on August 28, 2025. The horse was euthanized; it was up to date on vaccinations.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in the City of Utica
A bat has tested positive for rabies in South Utica. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on August 21, 2025, and positive results were reported on August 26, 2025. Two people and one cat were exposed to the bat. The people received post exposure prophylaxis, and the cat received a booster for its rabies vaccination.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in the City of Utica
A bat has tested positive for rabies in South Utica. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on August 18, 2025, and positive results were reported on August 19, 2025. One person and two cats were exposed to the bat. The person received post exposure prophylaxis, and the cats received boosters for their rabies vaccinations.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in the Village of New Hartford
A bat has tested positive for rabies in the Village of New Hartford. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on August 14, 2025, and positive results were reported on August 15, 2025. One person and one pet were exposed to the bat. The person received post exposure prophylaxis, and the pet was up to date on their rabies vaccinations.
