Your Local Health Department
The local health department for
11 municipalities in Eastern Connecticut:
Bozrah, Franklin, Griswold, Lebanon, Lisbon, Montville, Norwich, Preston, Salem, Sprague, and Voluntown.
03/31/2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
First Positive COVID-19 Associated Death Confirmed
Today, the Connecticut Department of Public Health has confirmed the first associated death of COVID-19 within the jurisdiction of the Uncas Health District. The individual, a Norwich resident, is a male between the ages of 40 and 50 years old.
03/21/2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
First Positive COVID-19 Case Confirmed
Today, the Connecticut Department of Public Health has confirmed the first positive case of COVID-19 within the jurisdiction of the Uncas Health District. The individual, a Norwich resident, is a 43-year-old male.
03/21/2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
First Positive COVID-19 Case Confirmed
Today, the Connecticut Department of Public Health has confirmed the first positive case of COVID-19 within the jurisdiction of the Uncas Health District. The individual, a Norwich resident, is a 43-year-old male.
03/19/2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Press Releases: UNCAS Health District
Uncas Health District Orders Closure of All Licensed Salon, Barber, and Cosmetology Establishments
03/17/2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Food Establishment Owner/Operators
COVID-19 and Food Service
03/16/2020
Press Releases: The Office of Governor Ned Lamont
Northeast Governors From Connecticut, New York, New Jersey Announce Collective Measures to Combat Spread of COVID-19
CDC Microsite for Coronavirus
Northeast Governors From Connecticut, New York, New Jersey Announce Collective Measures to Combat Spread of COVID-19
UNCAS Health District Programs
Change the Script
Food Programs
Health Programs
Tick Removal and FREE Tick Testing
Tobacco Cessation Program
UNCAS Free Immunizations
Flu Shots | TDAP Vaccination for 65+
Senior Resources
Tobacco Cessation
Teen Outreach
Volunteer! Public Health Preparedness
Medical Reserve Corps - Region 4
The Uncas Health District Medical Reserve Corps (Uncas MRC) is a national network of community-based volunteers who are on standby to support public health infrastructure in times of emergency. Members receive many free trainings that will help in their ability to strengthen public health, reduce vulnerability and disaster risk, build resiliency, and improve community preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities.
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UNCAS Health District Facebook Posts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 31, 2020
Contact:
Patrick R. McCormack, Director of Health
Uncas Health District
401 West Thames Street, Suite 106, Norwich, CT 06360
860-823-1189
doh@uncashd.org
First Positive COVID-19 Associated Death Confirmed
Today, the Connecticut Department of Public Health has confirmed the first associated death of COVID-19 within the jurisdiction of the Uncas Health District. The individual, a Norwich resident, is a male between the ages of 40 and 50 years old.
“It is with sadness today that I am confirming the first death of a person within the Uncas Health District due to severe complications from COVID-19. The patient had recently been admitted to the hospital, where he was receiving treatment.” The Uncas Health District and its staff will continue to assure that all appropriate CDC protocols regarding positive cases and potential contacts are followed.” said Patrick McCormack, Uncas Health District’s Director of Health.
The Uncas Health District continues to promote social distancing as the best way to slow the spread of the virus. “This heartbreaking news is a reminder to community members that it is imperative to be proactive and continue efforts to distance themselves from others.” said McCormack. Social distancing is crucial in helping to reduce the spread of the virus and limit the number of people who are infected.
The Uncas Health District continues to work with local and state partners to prepare for widespread community transmission of COVID-19. Residents and businesses are urged to access up-to-date information regarding the pandemic from reputable sources including the Uncas Health District website (www.uncashd.org), Facebook (@UncasHealthDistrict), Twitter (@UncasHealth).
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Uncas Health District – UHD – serves as the local health department for Bozrah, Franklin, Griswold, Lebanon, Lisbon, Montville, Norwich, Preston, Salem, Sprague, and Voluntown Connecticut. As a health district, formed under Connecticut General Statutes Section 19a-241, UHD is a special unit of government, allowing member municipalities to provide comprehensive public health services to residents
Three Rivers Community College is another partner responding with critical supplies for the medical community.Three Rivers Community College is stepping up to help fight #COVID19 by donating all of its #PPE supplies to Backus Hospital and Lawrence + Memorial (L+M) Hospital to help with the critical shortage of supplies. #InThisTogether
Our friends of TVCCA - Thames Valley Council for Community Action are an incredible asset to our most vulnerable residents.
Main Location
Campbell Building
401 W. Thames Street, Suite 106
Norwich, CT 06360
Office Location
Park in the back of the Campbell Building
Enter through Credit Union entrance
Contact Us
Our main office is available Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm for all of the residents in our district.
p 860-823-1189
f 860-887-7898
e doh@uncashd.org
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Norwich (main location), Jewett City, Lebanon, and Montville
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