Press Releases
Oneida County Health Department Announces Upcoming Rabies Vaccination Clinic
The Oneida County Health Department, in cooperation with the Town of Lee, will be offering a rabies vaccination clinic. The event will take place: Wednesday, April 27, 2022 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Lee Town Park
Oneida County to Host Car Seat Safety Events
The Oneida County Health Department and the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting four car seat safety events. The events will take place on:
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Town of Annsville
A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in the Town of Annsville. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on January 10, 2022 and positive results were reported on January 11, 2022. One person was exposed to the raccoon, and received post exposure prophylaxis.
Oneida County Health Department Announces Upcoming Rabies Vaccination Clinic
The Oneida County Health Department will be hosting a rabies vaccination clinic in December. The event will take place December 15, 2021 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Town of Trenton Municipal Center.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in Town of Whitestown
A bat has tested positive for rabies in the Town of Whitestown. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on October 25, 2021 and positive results were reported October 26, 2021. One dog was exposed to the bat and there were no human exposures. The dog is current on rabies vaccinations and has received a rabies booster shot.
Skunk Tests Positive for Rabies in Town of Ava
A skunk has tested positive for rabies in the Town of Ava. The skunk was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing, as part of routine USDA Wildlife Services rabies monitoring. Positive results were reported October 19, 2021. There were no exposures to the skunk.
