Celebrate National Public Health Week with GO Health – April 6-12

Published on April 06, 2026

The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) are joining communities across the country to celebrate National Public Health Week (NPHW), April 6-12. This week is a time to celebrate public health successes and learn how GO Health protects and supports the community.

This year’s theme, “Ready. Set. Action!”, highlights the work GO Health does every day to keep our community healthy. Community members are encouraged to learn about our programs and services, including:

Children with Special Needs Program: Helps children with developmental, physical, or special health care needs get the resources they need to grow and succeed.
Community Health Services: Tracks diseases, collects health data, cares for mothers and children, and runs immunization clinics. Learn more: Immunization Clinics.
Environmental Health: Ensures safe drinking water, inspects food establishments, investigates rabies cases, and runs rabies clinics. Learn more: Rabies Clinics.
Lead Poisoning Prevention: Educates community members on lead hazards and manages grant programs to address lead-based paint and other home health risks. Learn more: Lead Grants.
Public Health Education (PHE): Provides health education and resources so community members can make informed choices for their well-being. The PHE team helps to lead the Community Health Assessment (CHA) and Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP), using resident feedback to guide programs. The 2025–2030 CHA/CHIP identified the following priority areas: Poverty, Anxiety and Stress, and Preventive Services for Chronic Disease Prevention and Control. Residents can review the full CHA/CHIP here: CHA/CHIP.
Public Health Emergency Preparedness: Builds a community ready for emergencies through training and education. Learn more: Emergency Preparedness.
Weights and Measures: Tests devices and fuel quality to ensure accuracy in commerce and fairness for everyone in our community.

“National Public Health Week is a great time to recognize the work our team does to keep the community healthy,” said Paul Pettit, Public Health Director for GO Health. “I encourage community members to celebrate public health and learn more about programs that promote the health and well-being of youth, families, and the community. I also thank our staff, volunteers, community partners, the Board of Health, and County Legislatures. Working together, we make our community stronger and healthier.”

For more information on GO Health programs and services, visit GOHealthNY.org.

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