Public Health Department

The Rensselaer County Public Health Department is where you can access a wealth of health-related information, locate health facilities, learn about disease control, get food inspection information, apply for birth certificates, get information about community and children's services programs and much more! The Public Health Department includes six main Divisions consisting of Administration, Children with Special Needs, Environmental Health, Laboratory, Medical Examiner and Nursing.

Public Health works closely with other county agencies; including the County Clerk, District Attorney's Office, Public Safety Department and Sheriff's Department and cooperates with State and National agencies to ensure the health and well-being of the county's residents and guests.

• Alerts & Health Updates - The latest information on health, environment, family services and alerts on bio-terror.
• Children's Services - Access support services for children and their parents.
• Community Food & Sanitation - Learn about Food and Sanitation Inspections. Get permits and forms online. Report Food or Sanitation Issues.
• Community Services - Education, information and action steps for family, social and drug abuse issues.
• Disease Control - Updates on disease concerns in your area, protective actions taking place and steps for reporting dead birds.
• Environmental Health - Information on lead poisoning, tobacco concerns and rabies protection.
• Events Calendar - Calendar of Public Health events, clinics, information sessions and more.
• FAQs - Key information about Public Health services and support.
• Health Services - Includes Nursing services, clinics, immunization resources and data on women's health. Health in the Home, Workplace and Outdoor Environment
• Health Information Resources - Key contact data for health services, family support and safety information
• Homeland Security - Home Page
• Online Forms - Information and report forms for Public Health
• Public Health Facilities - Listings and directions for local health facilities.
• Public Health Nuisances - Data on Air, Mold, Insect, Rodent and Smoke contamination. How to protect yourself and how to report incidents.
• Public Water - Ensuring the inspection and safety of public and private water supplies.
• Rabies & Bites - Resources for rabies information, tips on protection and instructions on reporting incidents.  2007 Rabies Clinic Schedule.
• Safe Driving - Sheriff Dept.
• Sewage Disposal - Information on sewage treatment, handling and disposal. Title 10 Sanitary Code.
• Vital Records - Birth, death and marriage certificates, along with other key records and permits.