Public Health Services and Information for Our Communities
The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced this weekend that Adams’ Slaughterhouse in Athol, Massachusetts is recalling veal, bison and beef products that have tested positive for Escherichia coli (E. coli) O157:H7 and has sickened patients in multiple states, including… Read more“RECALL ISSUED FOR BEEF FROM MA SLAUGHTERHOUSE SOLD ON CT FARMS AND AT FARMERS’ MARKETS”
Do you have concerns about falling? The Westport Weston Health District, in partnership with the Westport Weston Family YMCA, will offer A Matter of Balance, an award-winning program designed to decrease your fear of falling and increase your activity levels. Participants learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for… Read more“A Matter of Balance”
The Westport Weston Health District has scheduled flu vaccination clinics. These clinics are open to anyone 3 years of age or older wishing to be vaccinated and appointments are available on line. To schedule an appointment click on the button below or call (203) 227-9571. Walk-ins are accepted. To save… Read more“Schedule Your Flu Shot”
Looking for a new lease on life? Want to age successfully and in comfort? Do you want to be a take-charge kind of person? Then Live Well is right for you! The Westport Weston Health District offers Live Well, a free six week workshop at the Westport Center for Senior Activities… Read more“Live Well Workshop”
Weston First Selectwoman Nina Daniel and Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe announced that they are establishing a joint Task Force to address insect and tickborne diseases. Westport Weston Health District Director of Health Mark Cooper will be appointed Chairman of the Task Force. Representatives of agencies from both towns will… Read more“Westport and Weston Establish Insect and Tickborne Disease Task Force”
Mosquito-borne diseases are those spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Diseases that are spread to people by mosquitoes include Zika Virus, West Nile, Chikungunya Virus and Dengue. The public’s role in eliminating potential breeding habitats for mosquitoes — such as getting rid of any standing water around the… Read more“Mosquito-Borne Illness Facts and Prevention”
The kids are out of school, the weather looks great, the blue water is beckoning and you can’t wait to plan many outings spent at the beach and in the sun. While all this sounds like an ideal way to spend your summer, careful planning and preparations can ensure a… Read more“Summertime Safety”
As of July 1, the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Laboratory in Rocky Hill is restricting the number of animal carcasses they will accept for rabies testing. Because of this change, the Westport Weston Health District will now only accept the following specimens for submittal to the State… Read more“Change In Rabies Submissions”
On Monday, June 20th, the Westport Weston Health District and the Westport Public Library co-sponsored a presentation regarding mosquito and tick borne illnesses worldwide. Dr. Kirby Stafford, Vice Director, Chief Entomologist, and State Entomologist of the CT Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) addressed the prevalence of mosquito and tick borne diseases throughout… Read more“Mosquito and Tick Seminar”
While it is a good idea to take preventive measures against ticks year-round, be extra vigilant in warmer months (April-September) when ticks are most active.The Westport Weston Health District encourages parents to be on the alert for ticks . Children are at particularly high risk! The incidence of Lyme disease… Read more“It’s TICK Time Protect Your Family From Tick-borne Illnesses”
For your convenience, on Saturday, June 25 from 8:30-10:30 am, the WWHD will offer an immunization clinic (by appointment) to all those in need of any vaccinations or booster shots. When traveling outside the United States, you must take certain precautions to ensure the safety and health of you and… Read more“Traveling Abroad Or Need Immunizations?”