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Heat Advisory: Gov. Lamont Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol for CT

By Uncas Health District | June 18, 2025

Cooling Centers Will Open and Can be Located by Calling 2-1-1 or Visiting 211ct.org  Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a multi-day stretch of exceptionally hot and humid conditions, he is directing Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at noon on Sunday, June … Read more

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Food Service & Salon Relicensing Due June 30, 2025 – Online Application Portal

By Uncas Health District | June 18, 2025

If you operate a food service establishment or salon business in the Uncas Health District, your license renewal is due by June 30, 2025. Last year, we streamlined the renewal process to make it quicker and easier than ever – all applications must be submitted online through our secure portal. How to File Online To … Read more

Public Notice: Certificate of Need Application for Change in Governance of an Outpatient Surgical Facility

By Uncas Health District | June 5, 2025

This posting is made pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes § 19a-639a, regarding the Certificate of Need application process. Public Notice River Valley ASC, LLC, SCA-River Valley, LLC and HHC Surgery Center Holdings, LLC are filing a Certificate of Need Application pursuant to Section 19a-638 of the Connecticut General Statutes for the change in governance of … Read more

Sharing the Road: Bicycle Safety Tips for Riders and Drivers

By Uncas Health District | June 3, 2025

As the school year winds down and sunny days become the norm, more and more bicyclists are hitting the roads, sidewalks, and trails across Eastern Connecticut. Whether it’s kids cruising to the park, commuters trading four wheels for two, or families out for a weekend ride, bicycles are a big part of our summer streetscape. … Read more

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National Safety Month: Simple Steps for a Safe June (and Beyond!)

By Uncas Health District | June 2, 2025

June is National Safety Month, a dedicated time to raise awareness about preventing injuries and accidents. But safety shouldn’t be confined to just one month — here are some easy-to-implement tips to keep yourself and your loved ones safe all year round. Be Prepared with a First-Aid Kit Accidents happen. Having a well-stocked first-aid kit … Read more

Don’t Face Crisis Alone — Suicide Prevention Resources Save Lives

By Uncas Health District | May 7, 2025

As mental health challenges and crises — including anxiety, depression, substance use struggles, and thoughts of suicide — can arise unexpectedly, it’s important to know help is only a call, text, or click away. In Eastern Connecticut, Uncas Health District partners with the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and a network of regional crisis … Read more

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Eastern CT Sees Surge in Tick Activity — Stay Safe and Prevent Tick-Borne Illnesses

By Uncas Health District | May 7, 2025

As we move into mid‑May in Eastern Connecticut, tick activity is rising. With warm, mild conditions replacing a short winter, our local environment has become prime real estate for ticks at every life stage. According to experts at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES), including Dr. Goudarz Molaei, this year’s unusually mild winter and early … Read more

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Quit Tobacco For Good. Uncas Health District Launches Free Virtual Tobacco Cessation Program

By Uncas Health District | April 30, 2025

Uncas Health District is now enrolling Eastern Connecticut residents in a FREE, science-based Tobacco Cessation Program delivered virtually via Zoom. Beginning Wednesday, May 14, 2025, and running for eight sessions over seven weeks, this initiative uses the American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking® curriculum to help participants prepare to quit, quit, and — most importantly … Read more

Recent Cancer Report Reflects the Importance of Early Screening

By Uncas Health | April 24, 2025

Every year, the Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer offers a snapshot of the nation’s ongoing battle against cancer. This collaborative effort from  the American Cancer Society (ACS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries (NAACCR), and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) … Read more

When Should You Call Out Sick?

By Uncas Health | April 23, 2025

April 28 is World Day for Safety and Health at Work, with a focus on what employers and employees can do to maintain workplace safety. One crucial factor that often gets overlooked is the importance of staying home when you’re sick. Employees often feel obligated to go into work even when they’re under the weather, … Read more

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