‘We Are Public Health’ Art Unveiling in New Paltz on July 25 Published on July 16, 2025 The Ulster County Department of Health and New Paltz-based contemporary artist Ryan Cronin will unveil a new public art piece — ‘We Are Public Health’ — on Friday, July 25 at 6 PM, at The Cronin Gallery at Water Street Market in New Paltz. Continue Reading
Caution is Key: Prevent the Spread of Avian Flu Published on April 10, 2025 In response to the ongoing risk of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) spreading to domestic poultry and wildlife, the Ulster County Health Department is urging the public to be very thoughtful about backyard flocks of chickens and ducks. Continue Reading
Keep Your Children and Family Safe from Measles Published on April 02, 2025 There are severe outbreaks of Measles in Texas and many other locations throughout the nation. Learn what you need to know and how to protect your family, including getting safe and effective MMR vaccinations. Continue Reading
Ulster County Department of Health Urges Measles Vaccinations Published on March 06, 2025 As measles cases continue to rise globally, the Ulster County Department of Health urges residents to take proactive steps to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their community by getting vaccinated against measles. Continue Reading
Confirmed ‘Bird Flu’ Affecting Poultry on One Ulster County Farm Published on January 30, 2025 The Ulster County Department of Health was notified of a positive case of highly pathogenic avian influenza, also known as H5N1, or “bird flu,” at a farm that housed approximately 50 chickens and ducks. All but two birds on the farm died as a result of the virus. Continue Reading
Metzger Appoints Eve Walter as Dir. of Public Health, Pending Confirm Published on September 16, 2024 Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger has appointed Epidemiologist Eve Walter as Director of Public Health, subject to confirmation by the County Legislature. Continue Reading
AED Grant Program Launched for Camps and Youth Sports Programs Published on July 30, 2024 Ulster County has launched a new grant program with $250,000 of American Rescue Plan Act funding to support the purchase of Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) for youth sports programs and summer camps. Continue Reading