The Albany County Department of Health (ACDOH) strives to protect and improve the health of individuals, families, and communities, utilizing strategies that reduce health disparities and promote health equity. 

We collaborate with community partners and offer a variety of high quality programs and services to accomplish the following: 

• Prevent communicable and chronic diseases, injuries, and disabilities;
• Protect against environmental hazards that threaten health and safety;
• Promote the health and wellness of our citizens and our communities; and,
• Prepare for and respond to public health emergencies.

I encourage you to browse this web site to get more information about the programs and services that we provide. We have a dedicated staff of public health and administrative professionals who are committed to enhancing the health of the Albany County community. Our programs affect everyone who lives in our neighborhoods, eats in our restaurants, works, plays, or even visits us in Albany County! Please call upon our department if we can provide additional information or be of assistance to you.

Maribeth Miller, RN, BSN, M.S.
Interim Commissioner of Health

The Albany County Department of Health Annual Program and Services Report highlights the exemplary and dedicated work of our staff, the challenges faced, and the many successes seen throughout the year.

2022 Annual Program and Services Report

Albany County Opioid Task Force

The Task Force brings together local leaders to develop collaborative solutions to opioid addiction and overdose. Learn more

Project Orange

Safely store, use and dispose of prescription opioids.

Albany County Opioid Report Website

The Albany County opioid report website explores how the opioid crisis affects our local community. The site shares data on topics including:

• overdoses;
• hospitalizations;
• the availability of naloxone, a lifesaving medication for overdose victims.

A Community Resources page offers information about the vital services and support programs available in the County.

FREE Opioid Overdose Training

Looking for Information on Health Insurance Under the Affordable Care Act?

Call 1 (855) 355-5777 or visit www.nystateofhealth.ny.gov.

The Albany County Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) enhances the County’s emergency preparedness efforts by ensuring that a trained group of healthcare professionals and community volunteers are ready to assist the County in response to a public health emergency. Learn about the Medical Reserve Corps