Resources and Information

Mpox

Polio 

Coronavirus-19 (COVID-19) Resources

• • CDC information on COVID-19
  • Saratoga County Public Health
  • Skidmore College general college information and Health Services information.

Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness. For symptoms, treatment and facts about flu, visit https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/index.html.

Lyme Disease is a bacterial disease transmitted to humans through the bite of deer ticks in New York State. Typical symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, and a characteristic skin rash.

• CDC information on Lyme Disease
• New York State Department of Health FAQ on Lyme Disease including how to protect yourself

Zika Virus is a mosquito-borne infection.  As of Summer 2022 there have been no confirmed Zika virus disease cases reported from United States territories since 2019.  Zika may still be relevant to your health depending on travel.  To learn more see the CDC information regarding Zika.

Ebola - Ebola is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus species. Learn more about Ebola:

• CDC Ebola Update