Latest Uncas Health District News
Protecting Your Household from Risks with Wells, Septics, Household Hazards, and Lead
Environmental health begins at home. The systems and materials we rely on every day – private wells, septic systems, household products, and older housing materials – can affect health and safety when they are not properly maintained or managed. In Eastern Connecticut, where many homes rely on private wells and septic systems and older housing … Read more
National Volunteer Week: The Essential Role of Volunteers in Our Communities
During National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, 2026, Uncas Health District is proud to recognize the individuals whose service helps protect the health, safety, and resilience of our communities. National Volunteer Week is a longstanding annual observance that honors the impact of volunteer service and the many ways volunteers strengthen communities across the country. Across the … Read more
National Infant Immunization Week: Why Staying on Schedule Matters
Routine vaccines help protect babies and young children during the years they are most vulnerable to serious illness. Each April, National Infant Immunization Week highlights the importance of protecting infants and young children from vaccine-preventable diseases. It also serves as a timely reminder for parents and caregivers to review their child’s vaccination schedule and stay … Read more
Private Wells: When and Why to Test Your Water
If your home uses a private well, the safety of that water is largely your responsibility. Connecticut advises regular testing because water quality can change over time, and testing is the only way to know whether your water is safe to drink. State health officials also note that about 23% of Connecticut residents rely on … Read more
How CT’s Health Districts Protect Communities Every Day
When people think about public health, they often think about the big moments: a disease outbreak, a vaccination campaign, or an emergency response during a storm or pandemic. But public health is just as often found in the quieter, everyday work that keeps communities safe long before a crisis begins. In Connecticut, local and regional … Read more
National Public Health Week: Celebrating Those Who Keep Our Communities Healthy
Each year, the first full week of April marks National Public Health Week – a recognition of the infrastructure that keeps our daily lives running safely. This year, from April 6-12, the Uncas Health District is highlighting the essential work of the professionals who monitor our environments, prevent disease, and bridge gaps in healthcare access. … Read more
Early Tick Season is Here: Tick Checks & Disease Prevention
As the weather begins to warm up, more of us are heading outside to walk the dog, work in the yard, hike local trails, visit parks, and enjoy spring sports and activities. It is also the time of year to start thinking seriously about ticks. Ticks live in grassy, brushy, and wooded areas, and many … Read more
7 New Substances Classified as Controlled Substances in CT
Kratom, Tianeptine, and five other substances are now Schedule 1 Controlled Substances and must be removed from shelves by Wednesday. Resources are available for those struggling with addiction. Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Attorney General William Tong, and state officials from the Department of Consumer Protection, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Resources, and Connecticut State … Read more
Save a Life Day — Free Nalaxone Training on April 8th
On Wednesday, April 8, the Uncas Health District will take part in Save A Life Day, a statewide effort focused on naloxone training, overdose prevention, and public education. Held during National Public Health Week, Save A Life Day gives people a simple, practical way to learn how to respond in an overdose emergency. The goal … Read more
Poison Prevention: Safe Storage for Meds and Chemicals
Spring cleaning season is a good time to think about poison prevention at home. More than 90% of poisonings happen in people’s homes, most often in places like the kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. That is why a few simple habits around storage, labeling, and disposal can make a real difference for children, pets, and adults … Read more