2021 Public Health Press Release Archives
The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) joins public health workers across the country to recognize National Public Health Week (NPHW). This year’s theme is “Building Bridges to Better Health,” focusing on the importance of collaboration to build healthy, resilient communities.
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Tompkins County received an allocation of 2,770 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for the week of March 29. All 2,770 doses are designated for individuals who meet the eligibility guidelines as they were on March 29, including individuals aged 50 and over. The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD)…
The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) announces two spring drive-through rabies clinic for dogs, cats and ferrets that will be held in April and May of 2021. The clinics will be held from 10AM-1PM on April 24th and May 22nd, at the TCAT Bus Garage, 737 Willow Avenue, Ithaca.
TCHD sponsored…
Wednesday, March 24 was an important day for 170 Tompkins County residents who received their second dose and are now fully vaccinated against the virus that causes COVID-19. These individuals live in Titus Towers and McGraw House, two of the County’s largest senior housing facilities. Titus Towers…
Tompkins County received an allocation of 1,770 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for the week of March 22. All 1,770 doses are designated for essential workers in phases 1a and 1b. The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) will use the COVID-19 vaccine registry to communicate appointment links…
The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) is alerting residents to an increased number of positive COVID-19 cases in the County. As of March 22, TCHD is reporting 150 active COVID-19 cases in Tompkins County, up from a low of 76 active cases on March 2. TCHD is reporting that a majority of the…
The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) is clarifying recent guidance from New York State and the CDC related to individuals vaccinated against COVID-19. As vaccinations increase, health officials have begun to expand the guidance regarding travel and gatherings for fully vaccinated…
Tompkins County received an allocation of 1,970 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine for the week of March 15. 1,170 doses are designated for individuals with comorbidities and 800 doses are designated for phase 1a and 1b essential workers. The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) has used the COVID-…
Tompkins County received an additional allocation of 1,170 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine on March 12, and will be prioritizing those doses for individuals with comorbidities. The Tompkins County Health Department (TCHD) will use the COVID-19 vaccine registry to communicate appointment links…
On March 9, New York State announced that eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine has expanded to include all individuals aged 60+ starting on March 10, and the following essential workers starting on March 17:
Public-facing government and public employees
Not-for-profit workers who provide public…
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