Zika virus is spreading rapidly,and local transmission (mosquitoes spreading Zika in the area) is already occurring in several US territories and numerous other countries. While, as of July 1, 2016, local transmission had NOT occurred in the continental US, it is…
GCPH Initiates Best Practices eNewsletter for Healthcare Providers
The Communicable Disease Awareness program is a Greene County Public Health Department initiative that provides timely information to At-Risk Communities and Care Providers. Each eNewsletter contains helpful links and Best Practice guidelines for the testing and treatment of Communicable Diseases in Greene…
Expedited Partner Therapy Advisory for Health Care Providers
May 10, 2016 2016 DOHMH ADVISORY # 10: Expedited Partner Therapy is an Exception to the Electronic Prescribing Mandate The New York State Commissioner of Health has waived the electronic prescribing mandate in situations requiring the use expedited partner therapy…
Greene County Public Health Communicable Disease Awareness Initiative
Beginning on May 1st, 2016, The Greene County Public Health Department will initiate a Communicable Disease Awareness & Treatment Initiative providing useful information to both the ‘At Risk’ communities and Healthcare Providers in Greene County. The initiative will utilize social…