Talking Health with the Clinton County Health Department

Back-to-school is the furthest thing from our minds in early July, but before we know it school supply lists, registration information, and health forms will be headed our way. Use the summer months to be proactive in getting or keeping your children up-to-date on their recommended vaccinations . Did you know, schools risk a fine of $2,000 per day per child from the NYS Education Department for allowing students to attend without proof of certain vaccinations? If your child is not vaccinated according to the guidelines approved by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, they will not be allowed to attend school – and after a long summer of “I’m bored” and “Can I have a snack?” that will be the last thing you want! With us this month is Roberta Fredenburg, Supervising Public Health Nurse in the Health Care Services Division at CCHD. Roberta has been a nurse for 40 years working with all age groups. She has experienced back-to-school vaccination requirements as a mom, grandmo...

 Summer is the perfect time to get outside, get active, and most importantly—have fun together! Whether it’s riding bikes around the neighborhood, splashing in the pool, playing tag at the park, or going on a family hike, there are so many exciting ways to stay moving under the sun. Physical activity doesn’t have to feel like a chore—when you turn it into a game or adventure, the whole family can join in on the fun. This month, we chatted with Jordanne Manney, Recreation Program Coordinator with the Town of Plattsburgh Parks & Recreation Department. She has experience making playing outside fun for all age groups! So grab your water bottles, slather on some sunscreen, and let’s explore simple, fun ways to stay active and healthy all summer long! Jordanne, the idea of moving more and sitting less is easy enough to understand, but how much movement do we need each day? Just like many things in our “information overloaded” society, it depends on who you ask. But the US Depart...