Monthly Archives: October 2012

Shigella Cases Still on the Rise in Onondaga County

Earlier this year, the Onondaga County Health Department alerted the public about an outbreak of shigellosis in Onondaga County. Fortunately during the summer, the number of cases of shigellosis diminished; recently however, the Health Department began seeing more cases of this illness again. Dr. Cynthia B. Morrow, Commissioner of Health, explained “to date, the Health… Read more >

More West Nile virus Found in Onondaga County

Onondaga County Health Commissioner, Dr. Cynthia B. Morrow, announced today that additional West Nile virus activity has been identified. The New York State Health Department laboratory has reported finding evidence of West Nile virus in two mosquito traps in Onondaga County. These pools were collected on Island Road and Route 298 in the town of… Read more >

FREE Mammograms For Women Without Health Insurance

When was your last mammogram? On October 19th celebrate National Mammography Day by scheduling your mammogram! Women between the ages of 40 and 64 who do not have health insurance may qualify for a free breast exam, mammogram, and Pap test through the Onondaga County Cancer Services Program (CSP). If you are an uninsured woman… Read more >