Latest Uncas Health District News
Preparing for Summer Hazards: Heat, Storms, and Power Outages
Summer in New England brings a range of seasonal risks that can quickly escalate into emergencies. Due to climate change, extreme heat, severe thunderstorms, and power outages are all more frequent and dangerous. Preparing ahead of time can reduce harm and ensure that individuals, households, and communities stay safe during these events. This article outlines … Read more
Food Service & Salon Relicensing Due June 30, 2025 – Online Application Portal
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
Sharing the Road: Bicycle Safety Tips for Riders and Drivers
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
National Safety Month: Simple Steps for a Safe June (and Beyond!)
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
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
Eastern CT Sees Surge in Tick Activity — Stay Safe and Prevent Tick-Borne Illnesses
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
Quit Tobacco For Good. Uncas Health District Launches Free Virtual Tobacco Cessation Program
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
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?
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
The Importance of Getting Vaccinated Against Whooping Cough
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory illness that has seen an alarming resurgence recently. Cases of this disease in the United States have risen dramatically; tragically, two infants in Louisiana have died of the disease this year. This is a stark reminder that even diseases widely regarded as under control … Read more