Press Releases

Participants Can Taste and Vote on Area’s Best Tap Water
The Oneida County Health Department and a variety of health-related agencies and organizations will be on hand to provide information and answer questions for Health Fair Day on Tuesday, July 23rd, opening day of the Oneida County-Boonville Fair.

As many of us head to the beach, swimming pools and out on boats to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday, the Oneida County Health Department is reminding residents to be safe and proactive when it comes to water recreation.
“We wait all year for the nice weather so that we can get in or around the water,” said Oneida County Director of Health Phyllis D. Ellis, BSN, MS, F.A.C.H.E. “The last thing we ever want is a day of summer fun to turn to tragedy.”

Last Week to Complete Survey
The Oneida County Health Department wants your opinion about access to health care and other related issues by completing a brief, five-minute survey online this week at #OCHealthSurvey or oneidacountyny.gov/health. The results of the survey will help the county and area health care partners determine health care priorities in the next few years.

Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr.: “Vaccinations are essential to the health of every resident in Oneida County. We must do all we can to stop preventable diseases from gaining a foothold in our community, so I am happy to see that New York State has taken the measure to protect the public by eliminating non-medical exemptions.
“As we have seen throughout the state and nation, the consequences of failing to immunize can be deadly. I urge all who are medically able to listen to our public health officials and be immunized so that we can stop senseless and unnecessary outbreaks from occurring.”
Oneida County Director of Health Phyllis D. Ellis, BSN, MS, F.A.C.H.E.: “New York State’s action to eliminate non-medical exemptions from vaccination will go a long way in protecting infants, children, adolescents and adults from preventable diseases, especially since New York is at the center of the current measles outbreak.

The Oneida County Health Department wants to hear your opinion on these and other health-related issues.
The Oneida County Health Department, Mohawk Valley Health System and Rome Memorial Hospital are conducting a health needs survey and is seeking a broad range of input from the community. All Oneida County residents are encouraged to take the brief survey by visiting: #OCHealthSurvey

Oneida County Urging Residents to Eat Their Fruits and Veggies for Better Health Fresh,Seasonal Options Available Locally.
Turns out mom was right about eating your fruits and veggies, and this month, designated Fruit and Vegetable Month, Oneida County residents are urged to eat smart and add more color to their plate.