Take steps to reduce the chance of illness from food. Wash hands with soap before starting & between each step in a recipe if handling different types of ingredients. Rinse produce before cutting or eating. Avoid cross-contamination: keep raw meat/fish away from ready-to-eat foods. Thoroughly cook meat/fish; & mind the 'danger zone' for holding foods.
The Eastern Highlands Health District provides local governmental public health services to the towns of Andover, Ashford, Bolton, Chaplin, Columbia, Coventry, Mansfield, Scotland, Tolland, and Willington, CT.
September is Preparedness Month. When is the best time to PLAN? Before you need it! Take some time each week to learn about what you can do and start the plan & prep before it is too late! Find resources, lists, tips and more at Ready.gov
September is suicide prevention month. If you or someone you know is in crisis or just needs to ask questions, 9-8-8 is a valuable resource. 24/7 help. 24/7 answers. 24/7 professional response. You can make a difference.
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EHHD works to protect the health of the community through providing a variety of environmental health services.
In an effort to promote wellness, various programs, initiatives, and resources are available through the District Health Education Program.
Developing, updating, and training on public health emergency preparedness plans help strengthen public health infrastructure.
