Description:The Yates County Public Health Department was established in 1926 by the Yates County Legislature as a partial-service health department. The Department includes two major program areas: Public Health Prevention Services and Special Children’s Services. Environmental Services including regulatory inspections of pools, restaurants and public sewer and water systems are provided to Yates County through the New York State Department of Health District Office located in Geneva New York.
Vision: To bring about a healthier, safer, better informed community.
Mission: Improve the health and wellness of all people in Yates County through disease prevention and control, health promotion, environmental risk reduction and emergency preparedness.
Value Statement: Integrity, compassion, teamwork and commitment to excellence.
Public Health
Prevents epidemics and the spread of disease
Protects against environmental hazards
Prevents injuries
Promotes and encourages healthy behaviors and mental health
Responds to disasters and assists communities in recovery
Assures the quality and accessibility of health services
Public Health offers a variety of programs and services to Yates County Residents.
[Business]: , 417 Liberty Street, Suite 2120, , , Penn Yan, NY, 14527