Central Connecticut Health District

Yesterday, our public health nurse / clinical director and nursing students from Central CT State University offered a free blood pressure clinic at Rocky Hill Senior Center. It was a busy 3 hours providing readings and clinical support on follow up and healthy lifestyles!

Sound Healing is a therapeutic practice that blends the use of chimes, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal bowls and/or other sounds to enhance and promote overall well-being. To register, use the scan code, follow the link in the bio or call 203-785-8380 ext. 216

It's national nutrition month! How much do you know? Scroll through our short quiz below, and then go to eatright.org to learn more about meal planning, healthy snacks, reading nutrition labels and more! 🥗🍎🍽️

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that about 10% of CRCs appear in people under age 50? These are classified as "Young Onset Colorectal Cancers". For more information, please go to: ow.ly/Rjjg50Ysuet

DPH WARNS AGAINST EATING FISH CAUGHT IN WEST RIVER IN WEST HAVEN AND NEW HAVEN AFTER FUEL OIL SPILL. Additional information on DPH fish consumption advisories can be found at: portal.ct.gov/fish or by calling a DPH staff person at 1-877-458-FISH (3474).

It's #NationalNutritionMonth 🥗🍎🍽️ Eating healthy can be challenging when you’re busy and grabbing meals on the run. But here are simple ways to make healthier choices, even when eating on the go.

This statewide summit will engage Connecticut primary care physicians to increase lung cancer screening rates. CE credits and meals will be provided. Register here: forms.office.com/g/YqW8USY4uV

Due to the anticipated icy roads today, Tuesday March 3, 2026, open clinic hours have been canceled. Our main office remains open normal hours. Stay safe! ❄️

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If you or someone you know is in need of assistance leaving an unhealthy or abusive relationship, there are resources available. For more information, please go to: loveisrespect.org/supporting-oth… #teendatingviolenceawarenessmonth #TDVAM

The March issue of our monthly newsletter, Healthy Connections, is now available! And did you know it's available in Spanish and Polish as well? To read this issue and past issues, please go to: ccthd.org/newsletter

By sharing resources and supporting one another, we can make a difference. For more information and resources for eating disorders, please go to: nationaleatingdisorders.org #NEDAW #NEDW

Please stay tuned for additional updates, and be sure to stay warm and safe during the snowy weather. If you are in need of shelter or assistance during the storm, please go to 211ct.org or call 2-1-1.

Colorectal cancer is rising in younger adults. The recent death of James Van Der Beek has renewed awareness about this growing trend. 🩺 The good news: colorectal cancer is highly preventable with screening.

Small daily habits make a BIG difference! #NationalChildrensDentalHealthMonth

You don’t need a gym membership — just start where you are. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week — that’s just 30 minutes, 5 days a week. Your heart beats about 100,000 times a day. Protect it. ❤️ #AmericanHeartMonth

Do you know the difference? Many people use the terms interchangeably, but a cardiac arrest and a heart attack are not the same thing! Watch this video to learn the important differences between the two, and how to respond. #AmericanHeartMonth youtube.com/watch?v=sql7gp…

Have a safe and healthy long weekend!

Measles can be fatal. Do you know its symptoms? 🔴 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body 🔴 Fever 🔴 Cough 🔴 Red and watery eyes 🔴 Small white spots inside the cheeks Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles. bit.ly/4iq4nkD