Public Health & Nursing

By partnering with the family and community, Washington County Public Health Service has a commitment to maximize the quality of life for all – through intervention to eliminate the causes of poor health, education to improve health of families and the community and provision of support necessary to maintain a healthy Washington County.

Public Health Reports

  1. 2016 Annual Report
  2. 2016 Annual Report Executive Summary
  3. STATE AID FUNDING ANALYSIS 2015 Annual report exec summary
  4. Community Health Needs Assessment (PDF)
  5. Community Health Improvement Plan 2013-2017 PDF)

Washington County Annex Building (click image for directions)

Washington County Annex Building
CDC Extreme Cold Guide
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Looking for help adjusting your car's mirrors?  Not sure how your car's controls work? 
Make an appointment for a CarFit! 
Our CarFit Technician can help you get the proper "fit" to your vehicle. 

Move Your Way

Everyone needs physical activity to stay healthy. But it can be hard to find the time in your busy routine.

The Move Your Way tools, videos, and fact sheets on the Move Your page have tips that make it easier to get a little more active. And small changes can add up to big health benefits!

Move Your Way

Looking to become more active?  This video from the Move Your Way Campaign, "Tips for Getting Motivated," has ideas for making it easier to get active — like finding a partner or developing a simple routine. 

Move Your Way Campaign Tips Video

All-Hazards Volunteer Program


Washington County has joined forces with New York State Department of Health, creating a Public Health All-Hazards Volunteer Program. This program will train volunteers to assist Public Health efforts in response, mitigation, and recovery for disasters which may pose a threat to human health.
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Programs and Public Awareness (Click on Pic for more info)

Watch Protect Your Baby With Immunization PSA (30 Seconds)
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Watch How You Can Prevent The Spread Of The Flu PSA (30 seconds)
How You Can Prevent The Spread Of The Flu

You can subscribe to the Public Health Media Channel to see other videos and announcements!
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