Herkimer County Public Health

05/13/2026

🧠 Building Brain-Healthy Habits 🧠

Join the Alzheimer’s Association and the Herkimer County Office for the Aging for a free educational program focused on healthy habits that can help support brain health as we age.

📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Newport Fire Department
7370 Main Street
Newport, NY 13416

Topics include:
✔ Healthy habits for your brain
✔ The brain-heart connection
✔ Why brain health matters at all ages
✔ Creating your own brain-healthy action plan

Following the presentation, the Herkimer County Office for the Aging will provide an overview of available services from 11:30 AM – Noon.

📞 To register, call 1-800-272-3900
or visit https://bit.ly/4vLaG8R

05/11/2026

🍼 Infant Formula Recall Notice

The a2 Milk Company has voluntarily recalled certain batches of “a2 Platinum Premium USA” infant formula (0–12 months).

If you use this formula, please check the batch number on the bottom of the container.

Recalled batch numbers:
• 2210269454
• 2210324609
• 2210321712

The formula was sold through the a2 Milk Company website, Amazon, and Meijer stores.

Parents and caregivers are advised to stop using recalled formula and return it or dispose of it.

Possible symptoms may include upset stomach, nausea, or vomiting.

At this time, no illnesses have been reported.

Please share to help reach local families with infants.

05/05/2026

🐾 Rabies Vaccination Clinic – Old Forge

Herkimer County Public Health will be holding a rabies vaccination clinic at:

📍 Old Forge Library
220 Crosby Blvd, Old Forge
🗓 Thursday, May 7th
🕒 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Protect your pets and your family—rabies is preventable!

📌 What to Know:
• Dogs, cats, and ferrets must be on a leash or in a carrier
• Pets must be at least 3 months old
• $5.00 donation per pet is suggested
• No vet exams will be provided
• Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets
• Doors will not open until clinic start time (please wait in your vehicle if needed)

📄 Bring proof of prior rabies vaccination to receive a 3-year certificate.

📞 For fastest service, call 315-867-1176 to pre-register!

🐶🐱 Help keep your pets—and our community—safe!

05/05/2026

🏡 Apartment Listings – May 2026

Looking for a place in the Utica, Rome, or Herkimer area?
Check out this updated list of available apartments ranging from 1–3 bedrooms.

📍 Multiple locations
💲 Variety of price points
📞 Contact info included in listing

⚠️ Please review scam safety tips included before reaching out to any listings.

Feel free to share!

05/04/2026

Reminder to community providers: tomorrow is the free oral health training! Interested? Reach out to [email protected].

We’re excited to share this upcoming virtual training series focused on strengthening oral health across our communities.

If you’re a provider, nurse, or part of a clinical team, this is a great opportunity to build skills, learn practical tools, and connect with others.

Check out the details below and consider joining us!

04/30/2026

The best tick video you can learn from, right here!

The NYS DOH publication covers tick removal and what to do after the tick has been removed.

If you ever have any questions or concerns, always know you can call us at Herkimer County Public Health for further guidance at 315-867-1176!

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04/29/2026

Cedarville community, we are hosting a pop-up rabies clinic this Friday! Stop by the Cedarville Fire Department between 5:30 & 7:00 PM to get your pet vaccinated. Walk-ins only!

IMPORTANT: This clinic is being offered due to a community need. So, we kindly ask that it be reserved for residents in the surrounding areas. If you’re coming from farther away, stay tuned for upcoming clinics closer to you!

04/29/2026

🐾 Rabies Vaccination Clinic – TODAY!
Herkimer County Public Health will be holding a rabies vaccination clinic TODAY in Dolgeville!
📍 Dolgeville Fire Department
20 South Helmar Ave, Dolgeville
🕒 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Protect your pets and your family—rabies is preventable!
📌 Important Reminders:
• Dogs, cats, and ferrets must be on a leash or in a carrier
• Pets must be at least 3 months old
• $5.00 donation per pet is suggested
• No vet exams will be provided
• Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets
• Doors will not open until clinic start time (please wait in your vehicle if needed)
📄 Bring proof of prior rabies vaccination to receive a 3-year certificate.
📞 For fastest service, call 315-867-1176 to pre-register!
🐶🐱 We hope to see you tonight!

04/28/2026

We’re excited to share this upcoming virtual training series focused on strengthening oral health across our communities.

If you’re a provider, nurse, or part of a clinical team, this is a great opportunity to build skills, learn practical tools, and connect with others.

Check out the details below and consider joining us!

04/28/2026

It takes a special kind of person to do this work, and we’re lucky to have the best! Thank you to our pre-k bus drivers and transport team for keeping our youngest learners safe, supported, and on the move every day. 🚌

04/24/2026

Please see the following press release from the Herkimer County Public Health Rabies Coordinator regarding a confirmed rabies case in the Town of Litchfield.

Residents are reminded to ensure pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations and to avoid contact with unknown animals.

** We understand everyone’s concern regarding this situation and appreciate your help in sharing this information. Although we are unable to share specific details of the case due to privacy, please be assured that any potential risk to the public is being monitored by our department. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Herkimer County Public Health at 315-867-1176.**