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December 20, 2007: Board of Health votes to ban trans-fat containing cooking oils.  All food service establishments in Westchester required to use healthy alternative cooking oils.

December 14, 2007: Rabies Alert. Rabid fox found in North Salem.

December 5, 2007: Free rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats and ferrets.  One-day vaccinations clinic sponsored by the Westchester County Health Department.

December 4, 2007: Health Department holds World AIDS Day conference to mobilize community leaders.

November 20, 2007: Turkey tips for the Holidays.  From the Westchester County Health Department.

October 15, 2007: Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a good time for a mammogram.  A message from the Healthy Living Partnership of Westchester County.

October 4, 2007: Time to get your flu shot.  County Health Department offers flu shot clinics for eligible residents.

September 24, 2007: New Westchester law will make sure you know if the water is safe.

September 21, 2007: First human case of West Nile Virus reported in a Westchester County resident this year.

September 14, 2007: Mosquito batch collected in Rye Brook tests positive for West Nile Virus. No spraying planned.

August 23, 2007: Sign up for child health plus or family health plus in just 20 minutes. New "E-Z enroll" system cuts application time in half.

August 16, 2007: Mosquito batch collected in Mount Vernon tests positive for West Nile Virus.  No spraying planned.

August 3, 2007: Air quality advisory issued for Friday, August 3, 2007 by Westchester County Health Department.

July 31, 2007: Health Department launches HIV Outreach Campaign encouraging everyone to get tested.

July 11, 2007: Nationwide report shows Westchester better than New York State average in key health indicators.

July 9, 2007: Health Department issues heat and air quality advisory for Monday and Tuesday.

June 28, 2007: Health Department issues salmonella alert for Veggie Booty Snack food.  No Westchester cases reported.

June 27, 2007: New electronic filing system makes submitting construction plans to the health department easier, quicker, cheaper.

June 26, 2007: Health department issues heat and air quality advisory.

June 8, 2007: Air Quality advisory issued for Friday, June 8, 2007 by Westchester County Health Department.

June 5, 2007: 1 in 3 Westchester children is overweight or at risk of overweight.  New Health Department report shows overweight statistics higher than national average.

May 31, 2007: Air Quality Alert issued for today.

May 25, 2007: Would you like a side of E.Coli with your burger? Barbecue safety tips from the Westchester County Health Department.

May 25, 2007: Air quality alert issued for today May 25th.

May 15, 2007: Boil water order lifted.

May 15, 2007: Specialist to talk about medical risks of obesity: Talk is part of a program on "Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle for All Ages".

May 15, 2007: > Perinatal mood disorders to be the subject of a multi-county community health education day.

May 14, 2007: > Westchester Commissioner of Health to receive two awards for commitment to compassionate care.

May 12, 2007: > Boil Water Order.

May 10, 2007: Hudson River advisory lifted.

May 10, 2007: Annual mosquito control efforts to prevent West Nile Virus resume in Westchester for 2007. Larviciding Program underway, clean-up initiative upcoming.

May 9, 2007: County to hold annual Water Tasting Contest May 10th.

May 4, 2007: Advisory for boaters, marinas & recreational water users.

May 4, 2007: Importance of early screening & detection of breast cancer to be highlighted at upcoming Women's Health Fair.

April 30, 2007: Rabies Alert. Rabid cat found in Mount Kisco.

April 25, 2007: TURN OFF TV - TURN ON LIFE! Westchester County encourages residents to tune out, get together and be active.

April 6, 2007: Baby chicks are cute, but they can make you sick

April 4, 2007: FREE rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats and ferrets. One-day vaccination clinic sponsored by the Westchester County Health Department.

April 3, 2007: Health challenge kicks off public health week celebration.  Spano & other officials compete against kids in obstacle course contest. Board of Health presents "Distinguished Public Health Service" Award.

March 29 2007: Free colorectal cancer screening kits available from health department at local events.

March 26 2007: You think you don't have diabetes. You could be wrong.  Westchester County Health Department launches diabetes awareness blitz.

March 23, 2007: World TB Day observed March 24.  Health Department remains vigilant in tracking and treating increasing tuberculosis cases.

March 15, 2007: Do your body a favor: Join the County Executive's No Junk Food Week

March 12, 2007: Rabies Alert. Rabid raccoon found at Hilltop Hanover Farm in Yorktown.

March 7, 2007: Health Department grant will help children breathe easier. Mount Vernon and Yonkers residents to get help making their homes smoke-free.

March 1, 2007: Case of salmonella infection in Westchester linked to tainted peanut butter.

February 21, 2007: Treasure Your Child's Smile.  February is National Children's Dental Health Month.

February 1, 2007: Love Your Heart: Prevent Cardiovascular Disease.  February is American Heart Month.

January 29, 2007: Westchester more than doubles number of trans-fat free restaurants on its website.  Over 350 restaurants have now taken the pledge to cook without trans-fats.

January 26, 2007: Stay Warm Whatever The Weather. Westchester County Offers Tips to Stay Safe in the Cold

January 10, 2007: > Hot off the presses!  Health Department releases 2005/2006 Annual Data Book

January 8, 2007: Rabies Alert. Rabid skunk found in Yonkers.