Let's talk about flu season!
Flu season lasts about 6 months each year, starting in the Fall and staying active through the Spring. While the shorthand 'flu' is commonly used, there are actually three common viruses circulating that create most of the viral respiratory illness that make us sick: Influenza, COVID-19 and RSV and all three have a vaccine that can minimize the impact of the illness. EHHD has vaccination clinics in the community; find the schedule at EHHD.org/VAX
Eastern Highlands Health District
Eastern Highlands Health District
Communities
The Eastern Highlands Health District provides local governmental public health services to the towns of Andover, Ashford, Bolton, Chaplin, Columbia, Coventry, Mansfield, Scotland, Tolland, and Willington, CT.
Hot Topics
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News
There is always hope. If you or a loved one is struggling with opioid use disorder you are not alone. Learn more about available support at liveloud.orgFind Naloxone in many public buildings in or near the AED box; Naloxone can stop an overdose from opioids..@town of Mansfield Public Library Town of Mansfield, Connecticut Mansfield Senior Center Mansfield Human Services
EHHD has blood pressure screenings this week and a class series (that includes a home monitor to keep) next week! FREE. FREE. FREE! No age or residency requirements. Both are at the Beckish Senior Center (Columbia). Details are in Hot Topics on the EHHD home page. The events are at the Senior Center, but you don't need to be a senior to participate! The events are in Columbia, but residency is not a requirement!
Lead can be hiding in plain sight. 🫣 It can be found in paint and dust in older homes, bare soil, plumbing fixtures, some consumer products and more. Young children are especially vulnerable to the effects of lead exposure, and many children who are exposed don't have obvious signs or symptoms. The good news? There are steps you can take to reduce exposure and protect your family. During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, we're sharing what Connecticut families should know about lead, including how to keep kids safe, when to talk to your child's healthcare provider about testing, and how to check your home for lead hazards.
Environmental Health
EHHD works to protect the health of the community through providing a variety of environmental health services.
Community Health
In an effort to promote wellness, various programs, initiatives, and resources are available through the District Health Education Program.
Emergency Prep
Developing, updating, and training on public health emergency preparedness plans help strengthen public health infrastructure.