Oneida County Health Department

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March 11, 2024
Cow Tests Positive for Rabies in Lee Center

A cow has tested positive for rabies in Lee Center. The cow was sent today to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing and positive results were received. Two people were exposed to the cow and have received post exposure prophylaxis.

March 1, 2024
Oneida County Health Department Announces an Upcoming Rabies Vaccination Clinic

The Oneida County Health Department (OCHD) announced today that it has scheduled a rabies vaccination clinic this month in Rome. The event will take place on March 25, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Rome Kennedy Arena. Appointments are required for the clinic and can be made by calling 315-798-5064 or online at ocgov.net/rabies. A $10 donation per pet is requested to help with costs.

February 15, 2024
Oneida County Announces Car Seat Safety Events

The Oneida County Health Department announced today several car seat safety events that it will be co-hosting with the Sheriff’s Office beginning in February.
The event locations will be in various locations across the county over the next few months. 

February 14, 2024
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in City of Rome

A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Rome. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing and positive results were reported on February 13, 2024.  There are no known exposures to this raccoon.

January 31, 2024
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Holland Patent

A raccoon has tested positive for rabies in Holland Patent. The raccoon was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on January 30, 2024 and positive results were reported on January 31, 2024.  There are no known exposures. 

January 17, 2024
Fox That Attacked Residents in Rome Captured & Confirmed Rabid

A fox that attacked multiple residents in the City of Rome last week has been captured and tested positive for rabies. The fox was sent to the New York State Department of Health Wadsworth Center for testing on Jan. 16 and positive results were reported on Jan. 17. Four people were exposed to the fox and have received post exposure prophylaxis.

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