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Frequently Asked Questions
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EARLY INTERVENTION
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ENVIRONMENTAL
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| What does the Early Intervention Program have to offer to my family and I? | Where can I have my water tested? | |
| Early Intervention offers a variety of programs. Click here for more information. | The Chautauqua County Health Department operates a laboratory where water samples can be submitted for bacteriological testing. Click here for more information. | |
| How do I know if my child is eligible for Early Intervention services? | How can I have my home tested for mold? | |
| Eligibility is determined by a multidisciplinary evaluation. Click here for more information. | The Chautauqua County Health Department does not test for mold. The mold brochure may help answer some questions. | |
| Is there a cost for Early Intervention services? | Where can I get my pet vaccinated? | |
| If your child qualifies after having a developmental evaluation, services based on a child's individual need, will be provided at no cost to the family. Reimbursement is sought from third party insurances but by law, cannot affect a family's insurance life-time cap or any deductions. Click here for additional information. | The Chautauqua County Health Department maintains an updated list of free rabies clinics in the county. Please click here for an updated clinic schedule and additional resources pertaining to rabies. | |
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How do I report unsanitary restaurant conditions or a potential food borne illness? | |
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NURSING
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Any potentially hazardous restaurant conditions should be immediately reported to the County Health Department by calling the nearest district office. | |
| How can I find more information about diseases? | What is a loan survey or a property transfer survey? | |
| Visit the NYS Health Department website. | Loan agencies often require that an evaluation or test be performed on the well/water and septic prior to the sale of a home. Click here for more information about these services. | |
| How can I find out more about international travel? | Can my home be tested for lead based paint? | |
| Visit the Center for Disease Control website. | The Chautauqua County Health Department has a team of professionals that can help test for high levels of lead. Click here for more information about these service. | |
| How can I find out more information about the bird flu? | How do I know which public beaches are safe for swimming? | |
| Visit the following website: NYS Health Department Center for Disease Control |
The County Health Department performs regular bacteriological testing on all public beaches throughout the summer months. Click here to view all beach closings. | |
| What types of cancer screening are offered? | ||
| Partners for prevention offer a variety of cancer screening services. Click here to find out more. | ||
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HEALTH EDUCATION
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| How can I find out about free car seats or car seat safety? | ||
| Visit Governer's Traffic Safety Site | ||
| Where can I find the dental van schedule? | ||
| Visit Success by Six website. | ||
| Is there a dental professionals listing? | ||
| Yes, visit the American Dental Association website. |