GENESEE/ORLEANS/Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Press release In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) are dedicated to increasing awareness about lung cancer and promoting early detection to save lives. As the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, lung cancer affects thousands of families each …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS/Health Department’s Early Intervention Program to host Community Meeting

Press release The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) will be holding their Local Early Intervention Coordinating Council (LEICC) Quarterly Meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. at the Orleans County Health Department (14016 State Route 31, Suite 101, Albion, NY 14411). …

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GENESEE/ORLEANS/Cocaine use contributing factor in fatal cocaine fentanyl overdoses

Press release The Genesee and Orleans County Health Departments (GO Health) have identified aconcerning trend of elevated cocaine use locally that is causing fatal fentanyl overdoses.Fortunately, these deaths are preventable, and resources are available locally to help. Since 2021, there have been 29 fatal fentanyl overdoses confirmed in Genesee County, …

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