Seasons Greetings

	2013-2014 Flu Vaccine Still Available It's not too late to get a flu shot! Call the the Health District to schedule your appointment. This year, the types of flu vaccine offered will include injectable vaccine for persons 3 years and older, live nasal mist for healthy persons 2 to 49 years of age, and high dose vaccine for persons 65 years and older....Find out more>>
	Travelling Abroad over the holidays? The Travelers Immunization Clinic offers vaccinations, preventive medications, counseling to prevent travel illnesses, and computer printout listing country advisories, counselor information and immunization requirements. Find out more>>
	Arsenic in Water Wells Surveys of water wells have been conducted in several New England States, including some areas of Connecticut. There is Arsenic present in very low quantities in some wells. Should we be concerned? Find out more! Arsenic and Groundwater and Health Implications [PDF] See results of a Weston Arsenic Study [PDF]
	Use Pesticides Wisely Residents are concerned about safe Pesticide use in their neighborhoods. Whether you hire a professional or purchase pesticides at the local hardware store to apply yourself, please be safe and use pesticides wisely>>
	Become a Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Volunteer! The Westport Weston Health District manages and operates the Westport Weston Wilton Medical Reserve Corps (MRC). The team receives extensive training on preparing for and responding to public health emergencies, such as setting up and operating mass vaccination clinics, often referred to as Points of Dispensing, or “PODs”. .... find out more>>