FREE COVID test kits: Order by Friday 3/8/24
As of Friday 3/8, the US government’s program offering free COVID tests to be mailed to Americans’ homes will be suspended. Each household can still order 4 free rapid COVID tests until then, or 8 if they didn’t order any in the fall. Visit http://COVIDTests.gov to order.
FDA Alert: Cinnamon recall for elevated lead levels
FDA has updated the notice about elevated lead levels in some cinnamon products. Read more and see the list of known cinnamon brands HERE
PRODUCT RECALL: Sandford Croquet set
Sandford Croquet set recalled due to high lead levels in paint. Read more at: CPSC.gov
EHHD offering free vaccine (COVID & Flu) for children
The EHHD continues to offer FREE annual flu and updated COVID-19 vaccines > Ages 4-18 flu vaccine > Ages 5-18 COVID-19 updated Moderna vaccine at the town hall in Mansfield, 4 South Eagleville Rd on Thursdays from 4pm-6pm Appointments required, call the office to schedule at: 860-429-3325
RECALL: elevated lead content
Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled the children’s tiara for elevated lead levels: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Yaomiao-Childrens-Rhinestone-Silver-Tiaras-Recalled-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com-by-LordRoadS
New: Sodium Chloride damage report form for homeowners now available!
Click here to access the Sodium Chloride damage report form for homeowners.
FOOD SERVICE: Safe Reopening After Power Outage
The DPH reminds food establishments to be proactive in their preparations and recovery in the event of a power outage. Please read the full guidance HERE
DPH press release RE: storm power outage and risk of carbon monoxide poisoning
DPH cautions against unsafe practices after power outages that increase risk of carbon monoxide poisoning
RECALL: craft buttons / contain lead
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Dixon-Ticonderoga-Recalls-Creativity-Street-Childrens-Assorted-Craft-Buttons-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban
CT reports first deaths from RSV & Influenza for 2023 flu season
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