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Hepatitis A Cases Reported in Onondaga County

The Onondaga County Health Department (OCHD) is investigating a recent increase in reported Hepatitis A cases in Onondaga County. Since November, five cases have been confirmed among Onondaga County residents, a significant increase from the usual number of local cases. Dr. Indu Gupta, Commissioner of Health explained that, “Although anyone can get Hepatitis A, these… Read more >

Boil Water Order Lifted for Residents in the Village of Jordan and parts of the Town of Elbridge

The Onondaga County Health Department has lifted the Boil Water Order for residents and businesses in the Village of Jordan and parts of the Town of Elbridge. Laboratory results have confirmed that there is no evidence of coliform bacteria and it is safe to resume drinking tap water. For more information about the Boil Water… Read more >

BOIL WATER Order For Residents in the Village of Jordan and parts of the Town of Elbridge

******* FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ******* BOIL WATER Order For Residents in the Village of Jordan and parts of the Town of Elbridge The Onondaga County Health Department is issuing a Boil Water Order to residents and businesses in the Village of Jordan and parts of the Town of Elbridge. The test results from routine sampling… Read more >

Lead Poisoning Educational Forum Held

The Onondaga County Health Department and several community partners hosted a “Close the Window on Childhood Lead Poisoning” education forum earlier today. The forum featured local experts who described the strategies Onondaga County health officials and key community partners are utilizing to prevent childhood lead poisoning by addressing the issue at its source – poorly… Read more >

Onondaga County Cancer Services Program Continues to Offer Free Cancer Screenings

The Onondaga County Health Department (OCHD) will continue to provide cancer screening services for uninsured and underinsured residents with support from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). Since 1987, the Cancer Services Program (CSP) of Onondaga County has collaborated with the NYSDOH, local healthcare providers, and community agencies to offer free screening and… Read more >

Confirmed Case of Meningococcal Meningitis In a Syracuse University Student

Onondaga County Health Commissioner, Dr. Indu Gupta, is confirming a single, isolated case of serogroup B meningococcal meningitis in a Syracuse University student. The individual, who was hospitalized, has since been discharged and is recovering at home. The student’s close contacts, who are at increased risk of infection from this case, have been identified and… Read more >

Don’t Forget Your Flu Vaccine!

This fall, remember to get your flu vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older receive an annual flu vaccine. Everyone should be vaccinated yearly because immunity to flu viruses declines over time and circulating flu strains often change from year to year. Dr. Indu Gupta, Onondaga… Read more >

First Two Human Cases of West Nile Virus in Onondaga County for 2018

Onondaga County Health Commissioner Dr. Indu Gupta stated today that the first cases of human West Nile virus infection for 2018 were reported in two adults residing in Onondaga County. After being hospitalized in local hospitals earlier this month, both were discharged in stable condition, and are recovering at home. West Nile virus is spread… Read more >