
News & Press Releases
The Putnam County Department of Health is made of several divisions all working towards improving and protecting the health of the community. Click on one of the options below to learn more about that division.

Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day is Scheduled for Saturday, October 5
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day for Putnam County residents is on Saturday, October 5th from 8:30am to 12:30pm at Fahnestock State Park, Canopus Beach Parking Lot, 1570 Route 301, Kent, NY. Pre-Registration is required. Please visit our website at putnamcountyny.gov/health/recycle#HHWD to register.
Please bring your confirmation email with you to the event. For more information call (845) 808-1390.
Please place all materials to be discarded in your vehicle's rearmost compartment or trunk.
Additional Articles
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Heart Health for Smokers: Quit Program Starts March 10
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Health Department Announces Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic on March 22
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FREE Smoking Cessation Program Begins March 10 in Putnam
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Tracking cases of bird flu more efficiently—You can help
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The Importance of Worksite Wellness: Spotlight on Kim Roberts
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Public Health…Built by Everyone!
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Preparing Before Disaster Strikes
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A Radon Reminder from the Health Department
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Welcome Message
The mission of the Putnam County Department of Health is to improve and protect the health of our community.
We strive to prevent the spread of disease, protect against environmental hazards, promote healthy lifestyles, ensure access to quality health services, and respond to disasters.
We encourage you to explore our website and contact us if you have any questions.
In the event of an emergency, Health Department staff are available 24/7. Please call 845-808-1390 to report a public health emergency, rabies exposure, communicable disease, water outage or sewer overflow.
If you are a member of the media and would like to contact the health department, please email
Contact the Department of Health
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Office | 845.808.1390
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Fax | 845.278.7921
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Fax (Nursing) | 845.279.4104
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Address | 1 Geneva Rd, Brewster, NY 10509