The Chautauqua County Health Department is encouraging all residents and visitors to stay informed about Harmful Algal Blooms and to exercise caution when enjoying recreational activities on area lakes. Currently, the beach at Long Point State … [Read more...]
County Health Dept. Confirms Rare Case Of Tularemia In Beavers
The Chautauqua County Health Department has confirmed two beavers in the Sherman area have tested for tularemia. Cases of tularemia in animals are rarely detected in Western New York. The last confirmed case in the region was a beaver identified … [Read more...]
County Health Department To Lease Space in City Hall For Lead Inspection Program
The Chautauqua County Health Department is looking to lease space in Jamestown City Hall for a lead inspection program. The terms of the lease run from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2029. Rent would be $9,926.48 in 2025, $10,327.28 in 2026, … [Read more...]
Two Cats Have Died From Rabies in City of Jamestown
The Chautauqua County Health Department has confirmed that two feral or stray cats in the City of Jamestown have died from the rabies virus. The Department said no other cats have been identified as having rabies and there are no other open … [Read more...]
Rabies Bait Drop Set To Begin Sunday in Northern Chautauqua County
A rabies bait drop is scheduled to begin this Sunday in northern Chautauqua County. The strategy, overseen by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is part of a nationally coordinated effort to stop the spread of raccoon rabies in the continental … [Read more...]
Residents Encouraged To Be Aware of Potential Exposure to Rabies From Wildlife
As people spend more time outdoors during the summer months, they're encouraged to be aware of the risk of potential exposure to rabies from wildlife. The Chautauqua County Health Department said the most common way people and animals are exposed … [Read more...]
Residents Encouraged To Take Precautions To Avoid Tick Bites While Outdoors
Residents are encouraged to take precautions while outdoors to prevent tick bites. May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and the Chautauqua County Health Department recommends checking for and properly removing ticks, understanding the symptoms of … [Read more...]
NYS To Implement Lead Paint Rental Registry In 14701, Other High Risk Areas
New York State is working on implementing a lead paint rental registry for high risk areas. Jamestown is ranked seventh in the state for lead poisoning, with 60 children in the 14701 zip code being affected by lead poisoning a year. Chautauqua … [Read more...]
Health Department Advises People To Take Precautions Against Ticks While Outdoors
The Chautauqua County Health Department is advising residents to take precautions to protect themselves from ticks while enjoying the outdoors this Fall. County Director of Environmental Health Jessica Wuerstle said, "Not all ticks can cause … [Read more...]
Rabies Prevention Bait Drops Begin Today In Chautauqua County
A rabies prevention campaign kicks off today in Chautauqua County with various baits vaccinating wild animals against the virus being deployed. The strategy, overseen by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is part of a nationally coordinated … [Read more...]
