Director of Public Health:
Laurel Headwell, MS
Assistant Director:
Angela Stuart Palmer, MS
Supervising PHN:
Kathleen King, BSN, RN
Fiscal Manager:
Tammy Mickan
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Address:
County Services Complex
2714 State Highway 29
Johnstown, NY 12095
Phone:
(518) 736-5720
Fax:
(518) 762-1382
Public Health News
Free Sunscreen Dispensers in Fulton County
Fulton County Public Health is excited to announce the installation of FREE sunscreen dispensers for our residents! Protect your skin while enjoying outdoor activities. You can find these dispensers at the Fulton County Visitor’s Center, Fox Run Golf Club, Lakeside Tavern & Marina, Roger’s Family Orchards, and Sport Island Pub and Restaurant.
Fulton County Public Health App
The Fulton County Public Health app is the perfect way to stay up-to-date on the latest community health information. Keep important health updates at your fingertips and download our app today!
apps.myocv.com/.../a34012095
Free Mammograms @ St. Mary's Breast Center
St. Mary’s Breast Center is performing free mammograms for eligible patients on
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 3pm-5pm.
Uninsured patients between the ages of 40-64 are eligible.
Please call Cancer Services for more information 518-841-3726.
Older Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
Older Adult Mental Health First Aid training will be offered on October 21–22, 8:30am–12:30pm at the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts in Gloversville.
This program equips family members, caregivers, and staff with the tools to support older adults facing mental health challenges—and guide them to the help they need.
• Free training
• Light breakfast included
• Certification as a Mental Health First Aider
• 2736 NY-30, Gloversville, NY
• Register here: OA-MHFA-PNC.eventbrite.com
Free Mammograms @ Nathan Littauer Hospital
Nathan Littauer Hospital is performing free mammograms for eligible patients on
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 from 1pm-3pm.
Uninsured patients between the ages of 40-64 are eligible.
Please call Cancer Services for more information 518-841-3726.
Lead Warning Issued on Imported Cookware
FDA Recommendation: Consumers should check their homes for the products shown and throw away any cookware that may be able to leach lead into food when used for cooking or food storage. Do not donate or refurbish this cookware.
FDA Issues Warning About Imported Cookware That May Leach Lead: August 2025 | FDA
Free EPA Lead Trainings
FREE EPA Lead Trainings. EPA Certified Renovator Class Training Schedule for August 2025. Participants must pre-register. Class size is limited. All trainings are free. Register Here.
Overdose Awareness Day Vigil
Join your community on Overdose Awareness Day to honor the lives lost to overdose and support those impacted by addiction.
A candlelight vigil and Narcan training will be held on:
Sunday, August 31, 2025 at 8pm.
St. Thomas Square Pavilion in Gloversville, NY
Free Associates Degrees for Adult Learners
SUNY Reconnect is helping advance the careers of adults in New York by offering free associates degrees to those who:
• Are a New York State resident
• Are 25-55 years old
• Do not have a college degree
Visit suny.edu/communitycollege/free-cc/ to learn about the available programs near you.
Fulton County Public Health App
The Fulton County Public Health app is the perfect way to stay up-to-date on the latest community health information. Keep important health updates at your fingertips and download our app today!
apps.myocv.com/.../a34012095
Back to School Vaccines ~ Vacunas de regreso a clases
Back to school season is here! Protect the health of your children and the health of their classmates through vaccination! Check out required school vaccinations for New Yorkers here: health.ny.gov/.../school_vaccines/
La temporada de regreso a la escuela está aquĂ. Proteja la salud de sus hijos y la de sus compañeros de clase mediante la vacunaciĂłn. Consulte las vacunas escolares necesarias para los neoyorquinos aquĂ: es.health.ny.gov/.../schools/school_vaccines/
Rides for Recovery
• Need a ride to support your recovery?
The Rides for Recovery program can help you get to recovery events, meetings, treatment, pharmacy visits, court appointments, and more — wherever you need to go as you grow in your recovery journey.
• Call or text at least 48 hours in advance during business hours:
• 518-705-4626
This service is provided by the Rob Constantine Recovery and Community Outreach Center youreinrecovery.com
Free Car Seat Checks at Fulton County Public Health
Fulton County Public Health is proud to offer a Free Car Seat Program for Fulton County Residents. Do you need help installing a car seat? Do you need assistance purchasing a car seat? Qualifying individuals can receive a free infant seat, convertible seat, and/or booster seat.
Free Car Seat Check Clinics are being held every Wednesday from 10am-noon at Fulton County Public Health Department. Call us at 518-736-5720 to make an appointment.
Heat Stroke & Dangers of a Hot Car
A child can die of heat stroke in minutes. Check your back seat and never leave a child behind in a vehicle. health.ny.gov/.../hot_cars
Stop for School Buses
As students head back to class, remember: When a school bus stops and flashes red lights, YOU must stop too.
It’s not just the law—it’s a child’s life.
• Slow down in school zones
• Stay alert for children crossing
• Never pass a stopped school bus
Let’s keep our kids safe this school year. #SchoolBusSafety #StopForTheBus
nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety#nhtsa-in-action 
Blue Envelope Program
The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office is joining with law enforcement agencies across the country to implement The Blue Envelope Program. It is designed as an assist to drivers or passengers who live with autism or other conditions that may impair their ability to communicate during an accident or traffic stop. Please contact the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office at 518-736-2100 to obtain one.
Emergency Information
How you #StayInformed in an emergency isn’t carved in stone. Find several trusted sources of #emergency information & have multiple ways to receive alerts & warnings. Learn more at https://www.cdc.gov/prepyourhealth/planahead/stayinformed/index.htm #PrepYourHealth
To find Rehab Centers that provide alcohol, drug, and other substance abuse rehabilitation you can call 1-866-972-0589. To find a list of rehabs in each state, visit https://freerehabcenters.org/
A growing public health crisis is suicide. Freerehabcenters.org has put together resources for the prevention of suicide including crisis lines, veterans suicide resources, youth suicide resources, and other mental health and suicide prevention resources. Visit https://www.freerehabcenters.org/article/suicide-prevention-resources to learn more.
The Fulton County Public Health Department under the direction of the Fulton County Board of Supervisors and the New York State Department of Health, seeks to promote wellness, to protect from disease, to prevent injury/disability, to prepare for emerging illness/disease and to assist Fulton County residents in attaining and maintaining optimal health.
Each person and/or their family will be educated in accessing health care and will be empowered to be responsible for the decisions regarding their health care needs. Many services offered by FCPH are provided free of charge; others have eligibility criteria and sliding fee scales are available for the uninsured.
For immunization or car seat appointments call 518-736-5720 to schedule your visit.
How do I go about getting rabies vaccination for my pet?
Pet immunization clinics are held periodically throughout the year. A copy of the current Rabies Clinic Vaccination flyer can be accessed by visiting https://www.fultoncountyny.gov/rabies>.
A nominal donation is requested. Rabies clinic dates are also advertised in local newspapers, on Facebook and posted in town halls. Clinic pre-registration is available by calling (518) 736-5720 three weeks prior to each clinic.
How do I reduce, prevent and eliminate lead in my home?
Please visit the New York State Department of Health's website at www.health.ny.gov/environmental/lead/ or the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website at https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/.
For specific questions, please contact our Lead Nurse here at Fulton County Public Health at (518) 736-5720.
How do I qualify for the low-income car seat program?
You or your child need to have some type of public assistance (WIC benefits, Medicaid, food stamps) or be below WIC income guidelines (200% of poverty). Additionally, you need to have a valid reason for needing a car seat.
You can sign up for an appointment by calling our office at (518) 736-5720 and asking to speak with our Child Passenger Safety Technician.
I am concerned about my child's development. Are there services available?
Early Intervention is for children with development delays from birth to age 3. Children are evaluated and if found eligible for the program may receive services such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy or special education services (to name some).
Children ages 3-5 are evaluated through their local school district Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to determine eligibility and services. Both programs are voluntary.
How do I get my immunization records?
Fulton County Public Health can provide copies of immunizations that were obtained in their office.
If your immunizations were not done at Fulton County Public Health, immunization records can be obtained from doctors' offices and schools (K-12 or college) attended.
How do I treat head lice and what are the school/daycare rules? Also, how do you treat for bedbugs?
Please watch this YouTube video: "Head Lice to Dead Lice."
For bed bugs, please watch this YouTube video: "7 Things You Should Know About Bed Bugs."
Where can I learn more about cooling centers in NYS?
Visit the NYS Department of Health at https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/weather/cooling/about.htm
Where can I go to get more information on Cooling Assistance Benefits?
Visit the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) site at https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/#cooling-assistance
Where can I go to get more information on HEAP Heating Assistance programs?
Visit the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) site at https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/#regular-benefit
What is the Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program (HPNAP) and how do I learn more about it?
Visit the NYS Department of Health Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program site at https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/hpnap/
