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Putnam County Department of Health

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The Putnam County Department of Health is made of several divisions all working towards improving and protecting the health of the community. Click on one of the options below to learn more about that division.

Freedom From Smoking Starts June 17

16 May 2024

This session has been cancelled due to low enrollment. Please check back for new dates later in the year.

The Putnam County Department of Health will be offering Freedom from Smoking, an evidence-based smoking cessation program, to individuals who live or work in Putnam County. Classes will be held in person on Mondays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Putnam County Department of Health, beginning June 17 through July 29, with an extra class on Thursday, July 11.

The program will be at no cost to the participants, and they will be supplied with free Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) as long as the supply lasts. Pre-registration is required. Class size will be limited.

Register at https://PCDOHFreedomFromSmoking2024.eventbrite.com

For questions call the Putnam County Department of Health at (845) 808-1390 ext. 43155.


Welcome Message

The mission of the Putnam County Department of Health is to improve and protect the health of our community.

We strive to prevent the spread of disease, protect against environmental hazards, promote healthy lifestyles, ensure access to quality health services, and respond to disasters.

We encourage you to explore our website and contact us if you have any questions.

In the event of an emergency, Health Department staff are available 24/7. Please call 845-808-1390 to report a public health emergency, rabies exposure, communicable disease, water outage or sewer overflow.
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Contact the Department of Health


  • Michael J. Nesheiwat, MD

    Commissioner of Health