Dog Bite Incident Published on August 28, 2025 The Genesee County Health Department is seeking information about the location of a dog and its owner following a dog bite incident on Tuesday, August 26th, around 7:00pm. The incident occurred at the south end of Jackson Street in the City of Batavia, NY. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
Be Bat-Aware this Summer Published on July 24, 2025 With August marking the peak of “bat season,” the Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) are reminding residents to be alert for bats in and around their homes. While bats are vital to the ecosystem, they can also carry the deadly rabies virus, making prompt action and awareness essential. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
GO Health Alerts Public of Increased Bat Encounters Published on June 06, 2025 The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) are alerting the public to a noticeable increase in bat encounters. As the weather gets warmer, bats become more active and may occasionally find their way into homes, particularly in older homes that are not properly sealed. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
Celebrating Public Health Week: It Starts Here Published on April 07, 2025 In celebration of National Public Health Week (NPHW), the Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) are joining communities across the country to promote better health for all. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases
GO Health Awarded National Accreditation Published on March 24, 2025 GO Health is pleased to announce that it has been awarded national accreditation through the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB). Tagged as: , Announcements, Health & Lifestyle, Media Releases