Press Releases
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Stittville
A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Stittville. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on June 23, 2022, and positive results were reported on June 24, 2022
Oneida County Health Department Announces Upcoming Rabies Vaccination Clinics
The Oneida County Health Department (OCHD) will be hosting four rabies vaccination clinics starting in this month.
NYS Dept. of Health Extends Flu Season Cases Persisting Longer Than Previous Seasons
Due to an unusually high number of influenza (flu) cases throughout the state currently, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) will be extending the flu surveillance season indefinitely.
Covid-19 Booster Vaccines Expands to Include 5-11 Year-Olds
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recently approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for individuals aged 5-11 years. This approval comes with recommendations that children this age receive the booster dose at least five months after the primary series, under the FDA’s Emergency Use Authorization.
Bat Tests Positive for Rabies in Town of New Hartford
A bat has tested positive for rabies in the Town of New Hartford. The bat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing May 19, 2022 and positive results were reported the following day.
Cat Tests Positive for Rabies in Town of Marshall
A cat has tested positive for rabies in the Town of Marshall. The cat was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on May 13, 2022 and positive results were reported the same day.
