The Steuben County Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and protecting public health for residents in Steuben County, New York. Through a combination of preventative services, health education, and emergency preparedness, the department works to enhance community well-being. Key initiatives include disease prevention, maternal and child health programs, and environmental health services. The department also provides immunizations, communicable disease management, and substance abuse prevention efforts. In collaboration with local agencies, they offer programs aimed at chronic disease prevention and injury reduction. Their emergency preparedness initiatives ensure readiness for public health crises or natural disasters. Community outreach efforts focus on education and resources to support healthy lifestyles among residents. The department continuously works to improve health outcomes through evidence-based policies and innovative programs.
Key Services:
– Communicable disease prevention and control
– Immunization programs
– Maternal and child health services
– Environmental health inspections and oversight
– Chronic disease prevention and health education
– Substance abuse prevention initiatives
– Emergency preparedness and response
– Community outreach and wellness programs
