Local Government News
Nurses Make the Difference - Chautauqua County Recognizes National Nurses Week
The Chautauqua County Health Department (CCHD) recently highlighted the essential role of nurses in honor of National Nurses Week 2024. Cathy Burgess, Director of Community Health Nursing at CCHD, was recognized for her outstanding contributions to public health in a rural community. Burgess expressed her gratitude for the award, stating, "I chose to work in the public health field because I wanted to make a difference in my community and am honored and humbled to receive this award."Burgess has been instrumental in various initiatives at CCHD, managing the Community...
Protect Yourself Against Ticks and Lyme Disease
MAYVILLE, NY – In light of the warmer weather and the arrival of Lyme Disease Awareness Month, the Chautauqua County Health Department is urging residents to be vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent tick bites and Lyme disease.Director of Environmental Health, Jessica Wuerstle, emphasized the importance of understanding how to handle tick encounters, stating, "Not all ticks cause disease and not all tick bites will make you sick, but it's important to learn how to prevent a bite, how to remove a tick and what to do if you think you were exposed to a...