For a current COVID-19 case count in New York State with a breakdown by county, visit the NYSDOH COVID-19 Positive Tests Over Time, By Region and County. Information and guidance about COVID-19 for health care providers can be found on our Physician's Corner. 
This infographic provides a summary of the Westchester County Department of Health’s leadership and response to the COVID-19 public health emergency for the period of 2020-2021.
COVID Vaccine Clinics
Please be advised that we are no longer able to provide COVID vaccine to everyone interested in receiving it at our clinics. As a safety net provider, COVID vaccines are now only available to children eligible for the Vaccines for Children program and adults who are not insured or are underinsured through the Bridge Access Program at our clinics. If you meet this criteria, you can make an appointment at one of our vaccine clinics by calling (914) 995-5800. If you have health insurance, you are able to get a COVID vaccine at places where you would normally go to get vaccines, such as at pharmacies and medical provider offices. Use the Vaccine Finder Tool to schedule a COVID vaccine near you.
COVID-19 and Flu Resources
Vaccination Clinic Registration and Information (Ages 6 months and up)COVID-19 and Flu Treatments Locator
COVID-19 and Flu Treatments Locator This locator tool displays pharmacies, clinics, and other locations with safe and effective COVID-19 and flu medications. These medications require a prescription from a healthcare provider. Please note that COVID-19 and flu medications may also be available at additional locations not shown on this locator.
Testing and Treatment Information
Quarantine and Isolation Guidance
WCDH Coronavirus Updates (school resources, data and more)
Find your COVID-19 community levels (low, medium, or high), and prevention steps to take based on the latest CDC data.
COVID-19 Treatment is Available
Oral antiviral medications are available for treatment of COVID-19 and have been proven to decrease hospitalization for those that are at risk for severe disease. When given soon after a positive diagnosis, these antivirals also help fight infection and shorten recovery time. All treatments require a prescription and those who test COVID-19 positive should talk to their health care provider.
Westchester County residents who test positive and do not have a health care provider, regardless of income or health insurance coverage, are eligible to be evaluated for treatment by calling 888-TREAT-NY (888-873-2869) or completing an evaluation at the NYS COVID-19 ExpressCare Therapeutics Access website, which includes a telemedicine visit. The Hotline is available 24-hours per day, seven days a week and operated by experienced Health + Hospitals professionals who have the clinical training to prescribe treatment and referrals if needed.
October is SIDS Awareness Month. Parents and caregivers can rest easy knowing the steps to lower a baby’s risk for SUIDS and SIDS. It's as simple as ABC.
What is SUID/SIDS?
Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID) is the sudden, unexpected and unexplained death of babies under the age of 1. Types of SUID include:
- SIDS.
- Accidental suffocation in a sleeping environment.
- Other deaths from unknown causes.
While scientists don’t know exactly what causes SUID, it usually happens in the baby’s sleep area.
The loss of an infant is tragic, but you can take steps to help prevent SUID by following the ABC's of Safe Sleep.
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all infants sleep on their backs in their own safety-approved crib and in a smoke-free environment to reduce the risk both of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and Sudden Unexptected Infant Death Syndrome (SUID).
The ABCs of Safe Sleep (Create a Safe Sleep Environment for your baby)
"A" is for Alone:
- Always let baby sleep alone in a crib, never in a bed with another person or pet where baby could be smothered.
- Only have a firm mattress and tight-fitting sheet in the crib.
- No blankets, pillows, bumpers or toys.
- Dress baby in one more layer of clothing than you.
"B" is for on baby's Back:
- Always place baby to sleep on his or her back.
- No sleeping on tummy or sides.
- Tummy time is for supervised play time.
- No pillows or wedges in crib.
"C" is for Crib:
- Baby should sleep in a safe and separate crib or bassinet.
- Use a tight-fitted sheet with no blankets.
- Never allow baby to sleep on a couch.
- No futons, chairs, waterbeds or dresser drawers.
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NOMINATIONS NEEDED FOR 2025 WESTCHESTER PUBLIC HEALTH AWARDS
Westchester County Board of Health to Recognize Adult and Youth Volunteers
(White Plains, NY) – The Westchester County Board of Health is now seeking nominations for the 2025 Public Health Service Awards. The Board plans to spotlight adults, young people and not-for-profit programs whose volunteer efforts have demonstrated creativity and compassion and who helped improve public health in Westchester.
The Board encourages community leaders, healthcare professionals, educators and residents to nominate worthy people or programs by January 9 using the nomination forms below.
“We look forward to learning about the creative and innovative contributions to public health by busy teenagers, adults and organizations in Westchester,” said Robert Baker, MD, president of the Westchester County Board of Health. “It is a highlight for us to acknowledge the extraordinary people and programs who make our County such a great place to call home. We hope their example of selfless volunteerism inspires others to help us promote and protect public health in our County.”
The Dr Harold Keltz Distinguished Public Health Service Award is presented annually to a person or community-based organization, whose efforts have made an extraordinary contribution to the public health of Westchester residents but who is not professionally engaged in public health work.
The J.R. Tesone Youth Public Health Service Award is an annual award to a student up to age 21 for his or her creative contribution to public health in Westchester. The award was created in 2014 in memory of J.R. Tesone, a Board of Health member with a lifelong commitment to Westchester children.
These awards will be presented on April 3 to spotlight National Public Health Week, and the honorees and their achievements will be featured on the health department’s web pages.