Media Relations
If you’re a member of the media and have questions or to request an interview, email Andrea.whitmarsh@essexcountyny.gov or call 518-873-3500
Rabies Bait Drops Scheduled for August_7-31-24
Beers elected Pres of NYSACHO – 6-11-24
Raccoon positive for rabies in Moriah –
2 more positive for Rabies_5-7-24
2nd Rabid Skunk in Westport 4-19-24
Rabies Exposure in Mineville – 11-14-23
November Rabies Clinic Added 10-19-23
Rabid Woodchuck in Moriah 9-19-23
Essex County Health Department announces opioid overdose prevention program_9-11-23
ECHD to Acknowledge Overdose Awareness Day_8-31-23
Rabid Fox in Ticonderoga 8-29-23
First Bat Tests Positive in Essex County 8-25-23
Rabid Raccoon in Schroon Lake 8-21-23
Rabid Gray Fox in Crown Point 7-26-23
Woodchuck test positive for rabies in Ticonderoga -6-27-23
Essex County Public Health Director elected NYSACHO Vice-President- 6-23-23
Essex County Public Health Tackles Skin Cancer -6-22-23
Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Crown Point_6-21-23
Third grey fox tests positive for rabies in Ticonderoga_6-8-23
Second grey fox tests positive for rabies in Ticonderoga_6-1-23
County Health Officials recognize Earth Day by…4-21-23
In 2022 a series of videos were produced.
Let’s roll up our sleeves to foster a community of immunity. We have produced a series of Public Service Announcements from local families and health care providers sharing their experiences, expertise, and to connect people with resources they need to be healthy and protected. Find a medical home, and please know we as a health department are here when and if you are ready to vaccinate.
