Health Department

BLAKEMAN AND NCDOH ANNOUNCE FREE RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC FOR DOGS, CATS, AND FERRETS

In an effort to protect our pets and prevent the spread of rabies, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Nassau County Department of Health are partnering with the Town of North Hempstead to offer free rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats and ferrets. Read on...
Nassau County Department of Health Provides Update on Measles

Mineola, NY – The Nassau County Department of Health (NCDOH) was notified of a laboratory confirmed case of measles in an unvaccinated child on March 22, 2024. Read on...
Health Officials Warn of Potential Measles Exposure in NYC Hospital

The Nassau County Department of Health (NCDOH) is issuing notification for a laboratory verified measles case in an unvaccinated resident of Nassau County who is less than 5 years of age. Read on...

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About Us

Nassau County Department of Health promotes and protects the health of all who live, work, and play in Nassau County.

The mission is accomplished through direct services and community partnerships in the following areas:

Development and maintenance of individual and community preparedness for public health hazards and events.
Investigation, prevention, and control of communicable diseases.
Prevention of environmental health hazards through assessment, regulation, and remediation.
Promotion of healthy lifestyles through outreach and education.
Provision for evaluation and services to individuals, children, and families that have developmental delays and concerns.