We are part of the community!

Our ambassadors enjoyed meeting you at the Erie County Department of Health 😷 ‘Spring into CYSHCN” family resource fair on Friday. We are welcoming new patients at Neighborhood.

#WelcometoNeighborhood #community

🛑 Teach children to ask an adult before eating or drinking anything! 👧🧑

Make sure they understand the importance of checking with a grown-up first! 🙋‍♂️👩‍🦰

🌎 Join Erie County DEP tomorrow for an #EarthDay celebration: recycling, new tech, green job info, giveaways, food, & awards, all inspiring ways to better protect our health & planet.

• Mon., April 22, 5 – 7:30 PM
• Johnnie B. Wiley Sports Pavilion, 1100 Jefferson Ave., Buffalo

Going fishing this weekend? Be sure to check the Department’s 2024 advice for eating the fish you catch. We’ve broken that advice down by fish species, based on an extensive review of fish contaminant data. Learn more: health.ny.gov/fish

Grad students, don’t miss the upcoming presentation from the New York State Public Health Corps on how to become a paid fellow in our community. NYSDOH
➡️ Register: zoom.us/meeting/regist…
➡️ Learn more: ny.gov/publichealthco…

Everyone feels worried, anxious, sad, or stressed sometimes. Here are tips to help reduce #Stress in 🔟 minutes and improve your well-being: bit.ly/3vOoV2H #Stress AwarenessMonth

Inspired by #STIweek to talk to your doctor about sexual health? Don’t be afraid to ask questions! Watch this video for other conversation tips for your healthcare provider! #SaferSexGamePlan

🐕🐈🦡 Erie County Department of Health 😷 is holding FREE 'drive-thru' rabies vaccine clinics:

• Sat, May 11: Town of Tonawanda Hwy Garage
• Sat, May 18: Buffalo Public School 84 (near ECMC)

Events run 9 AM – 1 PM. Appointments required! Registration & info: erie.gov/rabiesvaccine or call 716-961-6800.

🛑 Move cleaning products & other harmful substances out of sight & reach of kids!

Are you or someone you know in need of assistance? Look no further than 211 Western New York! Our team of experts is available 24/7 to connect you with vital resources and support. Text or call us today to get started! #211WesternNY #Support #Resources #HelpingHands #211WNY

#NationalPublicHealthWeek may be over, but #NationalCountyGovernmentMonth continues! Erie County Department of Health 😷 helps prevent #LeadPoisoning thru #LeadSAFE Erie County—a program that includes home lead testing, FREE certification classes for vets, and more.

Go to: erie.gov/lead

Don’t roll the dice with your #SexualHealth ! This #STIWeek , prepare before you’re there with a #SaferSexGamePlan . bit.ly/3JU6Od3

Erie Path is Erie County's new smartphone app that helps parents and caregivers address the mental and behavioral health challenges faced by adults, children and adolescents.

Learn more and download on your device today:
www3.erie.gov/mentalhealth/e…

We just announced our Assistant Project Coordinator for Communicable Diseases exam. The exam is June 1st. The last day to apply is April 24th. Here’s more information about the position and the link to apply to take the exam:
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Are you ready for the solar eclipse? Enjoy this rare celestial event safely today by following these tips:

🕶️ Wear your eclipse glasses!
🧳 Pack your patience & other things too.
🚗 Park only in designated areas.
📱 Dial 9-1-1 only for emergencies.
🗻 Avoid the ADK Backcountry.

Being healthy means being safe while enjoying this spectacular event. Make sure you dress for the weather, give yourself plenty of time if you are heading out, and double check you have the critically important solar viewing glasses.

🤔 Need some some last-minute tips & info about tomorrow's eclipse? Check-out our website for a map of some of the best viewing locations, what to bring, and how to get the best experience. Go to: www3.erie.gov/health/total-s…

Make the right call! If you need assistance but are not sure who to call, help is just three digits away. Remember these important numbers:

Tomorrow is Eclipse Day! All Erie County, NY offices will be closed for the day. All Erie County Parks will be open for your viewing pleasure.

As long as it is not cloudy any location will give you the same view as others.

Let's keep our fingers crossed for clear skies 🤞🏻

WNYers will be more informed about Monday's Solar Eclipse thanks to our collaboration with Erie County Department of Health 😷. We've translated important preparation information into 11 languages. Click below to find info in your language:
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