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Additional Mosquito Pools Found Positive for EEEV and WNV

ONONDAGA COUNTY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 – The Onondaga County Health Department continues to receive reports of mosquito pools testing positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus (EEEV) and West Nile Virus (WNV).  According to the New York State Department of Health, current surveillance across New York State (NYS) and other northeast states shows an above-normal level… Read more >

Onondaga County Issues Warning: Increase in Overdoses Related to Cocaine and Crack Cocaine

Onondaga County Health Department Issues Warning—Increase in Overdoses Related to Cocaine and Crack Cocaine  Extreme caution urged heading into the holiday week ONONDAGA COUNTY, DECEMBER 15, 2023 – The Onondaga County Health Department (OCHD) issued a warning on Friday, December 15, 2023 over an increase in unintentional overdoses related to the use of cocaine and… Read more >

Aerial Spraying of Cicero Swamp Delayed

ONONDAGA COUNTY, AUGUST 28, 2023 –  Due to unfavorable weather conditions, aerial spraying of the Cicero Swamp and immediate surrounding areas will not occur tonight, 6/28/23. Spraying will take place on the next day when weather is favorable and will be announced through local news, social media, and other communication channels.… Read more >

Jamesville Beach Closed for Swimming Due to Visual Presence of Algal Bloom 

ONONDAGA COUNTY, JULY 14, 2023 – The Onondaga County Health Department announced today that Jamesville Beach located in the Town of LaFayette is closed for swimming due to the visual presence of an algal bloom. Water sampling will be conducted to confirm there are no toxins before the beach is reopened. Please note that this… Read more >

Tell Us What You Think About the Health of Our Community

Every three years, the Onondaga County Health Department (OCHD) performs a community health assessment and improvement plan. An important part of this process is a Community Health Survey to get feedback from you Onondaga County residents about health issues that matter to them. These thoughts on the health of our community will be used to… Read more >

County Executive McMahon Announces Expanded Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics for Ages 5-11

An additional 240 appointments are now available over four days. SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon today announced that the Onondaga County Health Department will be further expanding four COVID-19 vaccine clinics for children ages 5 – 11 in response to community demand. The clinics for children ages 5 – 11 will be… Read more >

County Executive McMahon Announces Expanded Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics for Ages 5-11

Registration is required SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon today announced that the Onondaga County Health Department will be expanding four COVID-19 vaccine clinics for children ages 5—11 beginning next week. The clinics for children ages 5—11 will be held at the Civic Center on Mondays and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 11:30… Read more >

Additional Potential COVID-19 Exposure at Local Businesses

We are experiencing an increase in cases in Onondaga County, so it is crucial that residents be diligent and continue to do their part to prevent further spread of COVID-19. The Onondaga County Health Department has confirmed that employees and patrons at 5 local businesses have tested positive for COVID-19. Members of the public who… Read more >

Potential COVID-19 Exposure at Local Businesses

We are experiencing an increase in cases in Onondaga County, so it is crucial that residents be diligent and continue to do their part to prevent further spread of COVID-19. The Onondaga County Health Department has confirmed that employees and patrons at 5 local businesses have tested positive for COVID-19. Members of the public who… Read more >

Potential COVID-19 Exposure at Local Businesses

Potential COVID-19 Exposure at Local Businesses The Onondaga County Health Department has confirmed that there is potential COVID-19 exposure at the following local businesses. Members of the public who visited the following locations during the timeframes listed may have been exposed: Two patrons at Nibsy’s Pub, 201 Ulster Street, Syracuse, NY 13204 Friday, October 2,… Read more >