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Health Department to Celebrate World Breastfeeding Week August 1st – 7th

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Congers, NY, – Join the free annual “Live, Love, Latch! BYO Basket Picnic” in celebration of World Breastfeeding Week on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Congers Memorial Park, located at 6 Gilchrest Road in Congers. This event is more than just a celebration, but a time to share experiences and learn interesting facts about lactation and human milk feeding while making it fun for families.

The event is hosted by several Rockland County Lactation Coalition partners, including the Rockland County Department of Health, La Leche League of Rockland County (LLL), The New York Milk Bank, Lower Hudson Valley Perinatal Network, and Montefiore Nyack Hospital. For details on the picnic and registration, visit https://flow.page/rocklandlivelovelatch2024. For questions, contact [email protected].

Human milk provides essential nutrients and antibodies that boost infants’ immune systems, protecting them from childhood illnesses like ear infections and diarrhea. It also helps to protect against chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, asthma, and childhood obesity.

“The proven health benefits of providing human milk to babies make it not just important but essential for us to work together to help reduce barriers lactating families face. It is crucial to foster a culture in the community where lactating individuals feel empowered and comfortable to provide human milk for their babies wherever they are at any given moment. World Breastfeeding Week is an ideal opportunity to engage in activities that advocate for, safeguard, and support all lactating individuals,” said Laurie Messinger, IBCLC, Coordinator of the Rockland County Department of Health Lactation Promotion and Support Program.

Are you looking to be a part of the movement to help change the social norm around breast/chestfeeding in Rockland? Do you know about your labor and civil rights laws that protect lactating individuals? The Rockland County Department of Health can assist your worksite, childcare center/home, or pediatric or obstetric practice in becoming lactation-friendly. Our free services include lactation training for staff, assistance in setting up lactation rooms, and providing educational materials.  For more information or to become a Rockland County Lactation Coalition member, call the Health Department’s Lactation Promotion and Support Program at 845-364-3786, email [email protected], or visit http://rcklnd.us/lactation.  For more information on all events recognizing National Breastfeeding Awareness Month and World Breastfeeding Week in 2024,

visit http://www.usbreastfeeding.org/NBM and http://worldbreastfeedingweek.org/.

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Rockland County Shines Blue for World Parkinson’s Day April 11th

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April 10, 2025

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To mark World Parkinson’s Day, the County of Rockland is honored to take part in the global “Spark the Night” initiative by lighting the Allison-Parris County Office Building in blue from April 10th to April 11th. This act of illumination is part of a worldwide movement to raise awareness and show support for those living with Parkinson’s disease.

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term, progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects more than 10 million people globally, including nearly one million in the United States. It typically causes a gradual decline in movement and coordination, with symptoms such as tremors, muscle rigidity, slowed motion, and changes in thinking. These challenges can deeply affect not just the individuals diagnosed, but also their loved ones and caregivers.

Although the root cause of Parkinson’s is still unclear, advancements in research and treatment continue to improve the outlook for many people affected by the disease.

County Executive Ed Day proclaimed April 11th World Parkinson’s Day in Rockland County, presenting the proclamation to Parkinsons Wellness Project which provides a beacon of support for those living with Parkinson’s, providing vital resources, education, and advocacy for individuals and caregivers navigating the challenges of this disease.

By lighting up in blue, Rockland County joins landmarks around the globe in showing unity, raising public understanding, and offering hope.

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Clarkstown Celebrates Grand Opening of New Turf Infields at Germonds Park

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April 8, 2025

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Clarkstown was proud to announce the grand opening of multiple brand new turf infields right over at Germonds Park just in time for West Nyack Little League Opening Day. Supervisor George Hoehmann, Senator Weber, Assemblyman Carroll, and Clarkstown Town Council members were in attendance for the Ribbon Cutting and ceremony.
We applaud Town of Clarkstown Parks & Recreation and the Department of Engineering and Facilities Management for working closely with West Nyack Little League to see this incredible project through.

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