Connecticut Department of Public Health

Connecticut Department of Public Health Official page for the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CTDPH). Dedicated to improving the health and lives for all people in our state.

The purpose of this site is to present matters of Public Health interest throughout the state of Connecticut, including its many residents, businesses, and visitors. We encourage you to submit your questions, comments, and concerns, but please note this is a moderated online discussion site and not a public forum. Due to the necessity to promote accurate Public Health messaging, once comments are posted by the public, the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) reserves the right to remove submissions that contain:
(i) vulgar language; (ii) personal attacks of any kind; (iii) offensive comments that target or disparage any ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation, or religious group. Further, CT DPH also reserves the right to remove comments that are: (i) spam or include links to other sites; (ii) clearly off-topic; (iii) advocate illegal activity; (iv) promote particular services, products, or political organizations; (v) infringe on copyrights or trademarks; or (vi) use personally identifiable medical information. We strongly recommend you not share any medical information on our social media platforms.

09/15/2026

🎙️ New Episode of Connecticut's Health Report is here!

September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and this episode takes an in-depth look at what families face when a child is diagnosed and how Connecticut communities can show up for them.

Host Brittany Schaefer talks with Commissioner Dr. Manisha Juthani and Dr. Michael Isakoff, Division Head of the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Connecticut Children's, about:

✅ What childhood cancer looks like and how it differs from adult cancers
✅ What families can expect during diagnosis and treatment
✅ How schools, providers, and communities can offer meaningful support
✅ Where families can turn for trusted resources and hope

Tune in to learn how awareness and community support make a difference.

🎧 Listen to the new episode of Connecticut’s Health Report:
YouTube: https://ow.ly/ccvQ50ZNvBp
Spotify: https://ow.ly/Ly1T50ZNvBo
Vimeo: https://ow.ly/ETZC50ZNvBw

🔥 Happening today! Know the 60-day rule.Moving to another NLC state? Join us today for a free fireside chat on the Nurse...
09/15/2026

🔥 Happening today! Know the 60-day rule.

Moving to another NLC state? Join us today for a free fireside chat on the Nurse Multistate License 60-Day Residency Rule.

📅 Today, September 15
🕑 2–3 p.m. CT | 3–4 p.m. ET
💻 Free educational webinar

NLC Consultant Fred Knight, JD, will explain who the 60-day rule applies to, what you need to know when relocating to another NLC state, and the requirements you’ll need to meet.

Plus, get your questions answered during the discussion!

👉 Register and join us: https://ow.ly/gZcz50ZFfmy

💻 Whether you’re working from home, taking an online class, or spending part of your day in front of a screen, small hea...
09/15/2026

💻 Whether you’re working from home, taking an online class, or spending part of your day in front of a screen, small healthy habits can make a big difference!

Try these simple ways to take care of your body and mind throughout the day:

🪑 Set up a comfortable, supportive workspace.
👀 Give your eyes a break with the 20-20-20 rule.
🚶 Stand up, stretch, and move around regularly.
💧 Keep water nearby and stay hydrated.
🧠 Make time to step away from your screen, disconnect, and recharge.

This , remember to make time for your health—wherever you work or learn. 💙

🍎 How long has that leftover been sitting in your fridge? 👀September is National Food Safety Education Month, making it ...
09/14/2026

🍎 How long has that leftover been sitting in your fridge? 👀

September is National Food Safety Education Month, making it a good time for a quick refresher on keeping food safe at home.

A few fridge rules to remember:

🍝 Leftovers: 3–4 days
🍗 Cooked meat & poultry: 3–4 days
🥩 Raw beef, pork & lamb: 3–5 days
🍗 Raw chicken & turkey: 1–2 days
🥚 Eggs: 3–5 weeks

Keep your refrigerator at 40°F or below and refrigerate perishable foods within 2 hours.

And remember the four steps:

🧼 Clean your hands and surfaces
🥩 Separate raw foods from ready-to-eat foods
🌡️ Cook foods to a safe temperature
❄️ Chill food promptly

When in doubt, throw it out!

Learn more about food safety and download the safe minimum internal temperature chart: https://ow.ly/FU9R50ZLtIy
https://ow.ly/TJnb50ZLtIO

Your kind of exercise might not look like everyone else’s. And that’s the point. 😉Walking with a friend. Gardening. Swim...
09/14/2026

Your kind of exercise might not look like everyone else’s. And that’s the point. 😉

Walking with a friend. Gardening. Swimming. Dancing. Strength training. Taking a class.

There are plenty of ways to move your body, and regular physical activity can help support strength, balance, heart health and independence as you age.

Need some inspiration? 🌱
The Connecticut Age Well Collaborative has resources and programs to help Connecticut residents stay active, engaged and connected.

👉 Explore resources: https://ow.ly/zoX750ZFcVK

When you know how to use naloxone (also called Narcan) and have it on-hand, you could save someone’s life. Good Samarita...
09/14/2026

When you know how to use naloxone (also called Narcan) and have it on-hand, you could save someone’s life. Good Samaritan Laws protect you and you’ll never get in trouble for using Narcan to help someone in need.

Learn more and be ready by downloading NORA at NORAsaves.com.

Cuando sabes cómo usar la naloxona (también llamada Narcan) y la tienes a mano, podrías salvar la vida de alguien. Las L...
09/14/2026

Cuando sabes cómo usar la naloxona (también llamada Narcan) y la tienes a mano, podrías salvar la vida de alguien. Las Leyes del Buen Samaritano te protegen y nunca te meterás en problemas por usar Narcan para ayudar a alguien en necesidad.

Para más información y cómo estar listo, baja la aplicación NORA en NORAsaves.com.

It's Positive Thinking Day, CT! Sometimes, the smallest shift in perspective can make a big difference.A positive outloo...
09/13/2026

It's Positive Thinking Day, CT! Sometimes, the smallest shift in perspective can make a big difference.

A positive outlook has been associated with:
✨ Lower stress
❤️ Better heart health
😴 Improved sleep
💪 Healthier lifestyle choices

Take a moment today to focus on what you're grateful for. And remember, it's okay to have tough days, too.

09/12/2026

Healthcare is going mobile in Eastern CT! 🚑🏠

Earlier this week, Commissioner Dr. Manisha Juthani joined Hartford HealthCare and local and state leaders at Backus Hospital in Norwich to unveil Connecticut’s first Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) program.

So, what does that mean? MIH brings medical services directly to patients in their homes, helping connect them with the care, resources, and support they need while reducing unnecessary hospital visits and admissions.

The new program will serve residents across 10 Eastern Connecticut towns, bringing a new approach to care closer to home. 💙

Hear more from Commissioner Juthani about this exciting development in healthcare for Connecticut!

🎉 Happy 8th birthday, CT WiZ!For the past 8 years, CT WiZ has made it easier for Connecticut residents to access their i...
09/12/2026

🎉 Happy 8th birthday, CT WiZ!

For the past 8 years, CT WiZ has made it easier for Connecticut residents to access their immunization records in one secure, convenient place.

Your immunization record can come in handy when you’re:
🏫 Enrolling in school
🩺 Seeing a new healthcare provider
✈️ Traveling
📋 Keeping track of your health information

Ready to find your record? Visit the CT WiZ Public Portal (https://ow.ly/sCyV50ZyF8j) and:
1️⃣ Enter your information
2️⃣ Verify your identity
3️⃣ View your records

That’s it! CT WiZ is available whenever you need it. 💙

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