SARANAC LAKE — Once upon a time, the Adirondacks were known as somewhat of a safe haven from ticks, and consequently, tick-borne illnesses. However, that is no longer the case. Here’s what local health experts want the public to know. The two most common tick-borne diseases in this region ...

SARANAC LAKE — Local public health departments are reminding residents about best practices to keep themselves safe from rabies. Franklin County has seen one case so far this year and Essex County has seen four, including one last week. Franklin County notified the public on July 23 of a ...

SARANAC LAKE — The spending bill that passed the House on Thursday, July 3 contains large cuts to Medicaid, something that rural areas including the North Country are increasingly reliant on. While supporters of the bill argue the changes will strengthen Medicaid, the possible loss of ...

ELIZABETHTOWN — In June, a resident of Ticonderoga notified the Essex County Health Department about a woodchuck that was acting extremely aggressively, trying to attack family members and lingering around the property. The woodchuck had porcupine quills embedded in its face, which can ...

SARANAC LAKE — At the end of the year, Hannah Hanford will retire after 14 years as the Adirondack Health Foundation’s executive director. “I feel very fortunate to have been able to carry Adirondack Health’s flag to the community and to our donors,” she said. “I’m proud of the ...

ESSEX COUNTY — Essex County Mental Health and Essex County Health Department recently launched a free, comprehensive online platform with a suite of resources for mental health support called CredibleMind. This initiative aligns with the priorities outlined in the 2022-2024 Essex County ...