Press Releases
FDA Public Health Notice
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has notified state, local, tribal and territorial public health officials regarding Bo Ying Compound, an herbal product. It is a powdered product marketed for treatment of influenza, fever, sneezing and nasal discharge in infants and children and may contain excessive levels of lead. The product is labeled in Chinese and English and is marketed in retail outlets and online. Oneida County Health Department (OCHD) warns parents and caregivers not to buy or use Bo Ying Compound, due to the potential risk of lead poisoning.
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
HPV Vaccine Prevents Cancer
Unlike many other cancers, cervical cancer is preventable. Take some time this January to observe Cervical Health Awareness Month and learn what you can do to detect and prevent cervical cancer. “It’s important for women to know their risk for cervical cancer and talk with their health care provider about how it can be prevented,” said Phyllis Ellis, Director of the Oneida County Health Department.
National Influenza Vaccination Week – December 7th – 13th
The Oneida County Health Department reminds everyone that the best protection against the flu is the flu vaccine and encourages everyone 6-months and older who has not yet received a flu shot to do so during National Influenza Immunization Week – December 7th – 13th.
Lyme Disease Still a Risk
Health Department Warns Against Tick Bites
“Each year we see more confirmed cases of Lyme disease. The risk is increasing for Oneida County residents,” said Phyllis Ellis, Director of the Oneida County Health Department. At this time of year, hunters, hikers, and other people spending time outdoors may find ticks on themselves. Until there is a consistent snow covering on the ground, ticks will remain viable outdoors.
Two Vaccines to consider this Winter
Health Department urges Tdap and Flu vaccination
As the temperature drops and we bundle up, conversation often turns to the common cold. The Oneida County Health Department reminds readers that Influenza and Pertussis are common ailments that can spread anything but cheer this holiday season.
Rabies Awareness Should Be Year-Round
On November 13, 2014, a raccoon was sighted in a pasture in the Town of Vernon with several cows. The raccoon was being aggressive towards the cows. The deceased raccoon was sent for rabies testing. The Oneida County Health Department was notified the test came back positive on November 18, 2014. The three exposed cows were euthanized, and the remaining ones will be under watch for symptoms over the next 6 months. None of the cows had been vaccinated for rabies.
