County Executive George Latimer reminds residents to take steps now to assure children are protected from the harmful effects of lead exposure in their own homes. “I encourage all families to talk to their child’s healthcare provider to assess their child’s risk and need for lead exposure testing and to […]
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County offers free back to school vaccine clinics
The Westchester County Department of Health will now book appointments for its free back-to-school vaccine clinics in Yonkers on Mondays and Thursdays from July 26 through the end of August and on Friday in White Plains from July 23 through the end of August for children to have the vaccines […]
Health Department issues guidance on sports spectators
The Westchester County Health Department has issued guidance on the New York State requirements for spectators at school and recreation sports. The most dramatic change is that student-athletes are now allowed to have two spectators at sporting events, as long as social distancing can still be accomplished and occupancy is […]
County, Phelps Hospital announce free Flu shots
Westchester County Department of Health and Phelps Hospital will be hosting free flu vaccination clinics at Phelps Hospital, located at 701 N. Broadway in Sleepy Hollow beginning this Saturday, Nov. 28. These clinics are a partnership between the county Department of Health and Phelps Hospital. Registration is required at: https:/ […]
County Health Department raises awareness about lead exposure in children
Westchester County Executive George Latimer reminds residents that it is more important now than ever to assure children are protected from the harmful effects of lead exposure in their own homes. “With so many children learning from home as well as in school during the pandemic, it is especially crucial […]