Public Health News

Public Health Alert: Rise in Syphilis Cases Syphilis cases are increasing in our community, and we want to make sure everyone stays informed and protected. Syphilis is a serious sexually transmitted i

Ticks are found in grassy, brushy, and wooded areas, and they can spread serious illnesses like Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and anaplasmosis. These diseases can cause fever, fatigue, mu

According to the CDC, measles is a highly contagious virus that spreads through coughing and sneezing. Symptoms typically include high fever, cough, runny nose, and a rash that starts on the face and s

We are proud to announce that the Sullivan County Regional Health Department has been awarded Project Public Health Ready (PPHR) recognition by the National Association of County and City Health Offici

According to the CDC, mumps is a contagious virus that spreads through saliva or respiratory droplets from coughing, sneezing, or talking. It causes swelling of the salivary glands, leading to puffy ch