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  1. Rabid Raccoon Found in Roslyn Heights: Fifth Rabid Animal Reported in Nassau County This Year

    Mineola, NY – The Nassau County Department of Health (NCDOH) has confirmed that a racoon collected in Roslyn Heights has tested positive for rabies. This is the fifth rabid animal identified in Nassau County this year Read on...

  2. Nassau Department of Health to Distribute Rabies Vaccine Baits Following Discovery of Rabid Animals

    he Nassau County Department of Health will begin distributing oral rabies vaccine baits to prevent the spread of the disease among wildlife in Nassau County. Read on...

  3. Second Feral Cat & Raccoon Test Positive for Rabies in Nassau County

    Mineola, NY – The Nassau County Department of Health (NCDOH) has confirmed that a second feral cat, as well as a raccoon, both collected in Valley Stream, have tested positive for rabies. 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.

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Programs & Services

Child & Family Health
Communicable Disease, Immunizations, & Epidemiology
Environmental Health
Health Equity