Uncas Health District

04/24/2025

Two of the many opportunities to turn in your unneeded medication for safe disposal this Saturday, April 26, 2025.
You can also find a local collection box at: https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/drug-control-division/drug-control/local-drug-collection-boxes?language=en_US

04/23/2025

Monitoring PFAS in CT Agricultural Soils: A pilot program to research soil contamination levels
On May 1, 2025, CAES will begin accepting soil samples from CT farms to conduct PFAS analysis.

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04/23/2025

Attached is a flyer from Yale University. They are conducting a free confidential study on adults interested in starting, or have just recently started, treatment for opioid use disorder. Total potential compensation for participating in the study is $675.

04/18/2025

Please note: Uncas will be closed this Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday.

We wish you a safe and wonderful holiday weekend.
Regular hours will resume on Monday.

Thank you for your understanding!

04/11/2025

Wellness Wednesday!
Did you know the Uncas Mobile Health Van offers blood pressure screenings at no cost to you? Check them out today at Fair Oaks (Community Center) from 2:00 - 3:00. See below for other services provided! Lenny Bunnell - Mayor of Montville CT SERAC Uncas Health District

04/11/2025

The Montville American Job Center is holding a SECOND CHANCE/FAIR CHANCE Job Fair on April 16, at their location, 601 Norwich-New London Turnpike, Uncasville from 10am - 2:30pm. If you are interested in attending this recruitment event, you must be a registered user of CTHires to participate in this event. If you are not registered, please visit www.CTHires.com to register as an individual prior to the event.

04/04/2025

The Uncas Health District Mobile Van is located at the Town Hall at 310 Route 32 until 3 pm today!! Stop by and see the services they provide!

03/27/2025

https://portal.ct.gov/governor/news/press-releases/2025/03-2025/governor-lamont-trump-administration-cuts-will-have-sweeping-impact?language=en_US

Press Release Homepage Governor Lamont: Trump Administration Cuts Will Have Sweeping Impact on Public Health, Mental Health, and Addiction Services in Connecticut 3/27/2025 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that his administration was notified this week by the Trump administrati...

03/18/2025

Thank you for including Uncas Health District in this effort.

03/17/2025

Biosecurity is the first line of defense in protecting farms, animals, and communities from the spread of disease. With concerns over avian influenza and other livestock health risks on the rise, UConn Extension is hosting Farm Biosecurity Workshops to provide practical strategies for farmers, hobbyists, and 4-H families. Learn more and register for the sessions at:

https://livestock.extension.uconn.edu/livestock-diversified/

03/12/2025

https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/new-york-wholesale-group-recalls-zaarah-herbals-rasayan-churan-zaarah-herbals-gurmar-powder-zaarah

New York Wholesale Group of Hicksville, NY is recalling Zaarah Herbals Rasayan Churan, Zaarah Herbals Gurmar Powder, Zaarah Herbals Vasaka Powder, and Zaarah Herbals Bhringraj Powder to the consumer/user level because it has the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead and arsenic.

03/04/2025

March's Mobile Health Van schedule is here! 🚐💙

Our team provides flu vaccines, health screenings, wound care education, and more—right in your community.

📅 Find out when we’ll be near you: uncashd.org/mobile-health-team/calendar

03/04/2025

Lyons Magnus LLC (“Lyons Magnus”) today announced that it is voluntarily recalling 4 oz. Lyons ReadyCare and Sysco Imperial Frozen Supplemental Shakes due to the potential for the products to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Lyons Magnus is taking this action in response to a recall ...

02/25/2025

Consumers should immediately take the recalled cups away from children and stop using them. Contact Nazzaro for a full refund. Nazzaro is contacting all known purchasers directly.

02/21/2025

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a serious illness that can have significant health impacts, especially for vulnerable populations. By taking preventive measures — such as getting vaccinated, practicing good hygiene, and avoiding close contact with sick individuals — you can reduce your risk of infection and protect those around you.

Understanding how to prevent, recognize, and manage the flu is crucial for maintaining public health and minimizing its spread.

The flu often comes on suddenly and can include symptoms such as:

Fever or chills
Cough
Sore throat
Runny or stuffy nose
Muscle or body aches
Fatigue (tiredness)
Headaches

Read More: https://loom.ly/tNBgwZo

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a serious illness that can have significant health impacts, especially for vulnerable populations. By taking preventive measures — such as getting vaccinated, practicing good hygiene, and avoiding close contact with sick individuals — you can reduce your ...

02/20/2025

Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral infection that primarily affects birds but can occasionally spread to humans. While the current risk to the general public remains low, it’s important to stay informed and take simple precautions to protect yourself and your community.

What Is Bird Flu?
Bird flu is caused by influenza viruses that naturally occur in wild birds, such as ducks, geese, and swans. These viruses can sometimes spread to domestic poultry, like chickens and turkeys, and, in rare cases, to humans. While most strains of bird flu don’t infect people, certain types, such as H5N1 and H7N9, have caused serious illness in humans.

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Bird flu, also known as avian influenza, is a viral infection that primarily affects birds but can occasionally spread to humans. While the current risk to the general public remains low, it’s important to stay informed and take simple precautions to protect yourself and your community. What Is Bi...

02/17/2025

The Uncas Health District will be closed today, February 17th, in observance of Presidents' Day.

Catch the Mobile Health Team at the Franklin Senior Center tomorrow, February 18th, from 10:30am to 11:30am. They will also be posted at Griswold Town Hall/Veterans Park, Jewett City from 2:00pm to 3:00pm.

You can see our entire February calendar at uncashd.org/mobile-health-team/calendar/

01/22/2025

The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) have introduced a new resource to help long-term care facilities (LTCFs) better serve residents with opioid use disorder (OUD). The Strategies for Supporting Residents with Opioid Use Disorder in Long-Term Care toolkit provides a roadmap for delivering trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care to individuals with OUD.

The toolkit focuses on equipping LTCFs with best practices for addressing the unique challenges associated with OUD, including stigma reduction, staff training, harm reduction strategies, and partnerships with community-based resources. Healthcentric Advisors, a nationally recognized non-profit healthcare quality improvement consultancy, has been providing education, technical assistance, and project management services to DMHAS and DPH on the development and implementation of the toolkit over the past year.

Read More: https://loom.ly/JBboK2s

The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) have introduced a new resource to help long-term care facilities (LTCFs) better serve residents with opioid use disorder (OUD). The Strategies for Supporting Residents with Opioid Use...