Uncas Health District

11/26/2025

Uncas Health District will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Services resume Monday, December 1.

Wishing everyone a safe, calm, well-fed holiday. For health resources and updates, visit uncashealth.com.

11/24/2025

11/21/2025

https://portal.ct.gov/dph/newsroom/press-releases---2025/dph-announces-first-flu-death-of-2025-2026-season?language=en_US

CT DPH confirmed the Hartford County resident died from influenza the week of Oct. 25

11/14/2025

https://www.cdc.gov/botulism/outbreaks-investigations/infant-formula-nov-2025/index.html

Details on an outbreak of infant botulism linked to infant formula, November 2025.

11/04/2025

🚐 Mobile Health Team — November 2025 Schedule

This month, the Uncas Health District Mobile Health Team will be visiting communities across the region to provide essential services including harm reduction support, senior wellness, and food access.

📍 Upcoming stops include:

Montville Community Center — Nov 5
Lisbon Senior Center — Nov 6
Preston Senior Center — Nov 10
Mohegan Firehouse (Uncasville) — Nov 12
Bozrah, Franklin, Sprague & more throughout the month

Please note:
🕊️ Closed Nov 11 for Veterans Day
🦃 Closed Nov 27–28 for Thanksgiving

Visit uncashd.org/mobile-health-team/calendar for full details and updates on locations and times.

10/31/2025

Where you can find food in New London County at community meal sites, food pantries, and other programs.

10/31/2025

Knowing your family health history could save your life.

If breast or ovarian cancer runs in your family, talk to your doctor about your risk. Genetic testing and early screening can make all the difference.

Learn more about hereditary breast and ovarian cancer in Connecticut: uncashd.org/hereditary-breast-and-ovarian-cancer-in-connecticut

Need support for your screenings? Call Uncas Health District at 860-823-1189 Ext. 122 and ask about the CEDPP program.

10/27/2025

10/22/2025

AquaStar (USA) Corp of Seattle is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of frozen shrimp imported from Indonesia because they may have been prepared, packed, or held under conditions whereby they may have become exposed to very low levels of cesium-137 (Cs-137).

None of the products has tested positive for Cs-137. They are sold in Connecticut and throughout New England under the Best Yet brand name.

No illnesses have been reported to date, and this recall is only being issued out of an abundance of caution.

Read More: https://loom.ly/-pZ13vM

10/17/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀
Your health matters 💗

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
The best defense? Early detection. Mammograms can find breast cancer early—when treatment is most effective.

Worried about cost? Connecticut offers free or low-cost screenings through the National Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program: portal.ct.gov/dph/cedpp?language=en_US

Learn more about prevention and screenings at uncashd.org/early-detection

10/04/2025

Our Mobile Health Team is on the move this October! 🌟

Here’s where you can find us:

Thu, Oct 2
• 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Lisbon Senior Center, Lisbon

Fri, Oct 3
• 10:00 – 11:00 AM | Mobile Food Pantry at Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Rd., Preston

Mon, Oct 6
• 12:45 – 1:45 PM | Preston Senior Center, Preston

Tue, Oct 7
• 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Lebanon Senior Center, Lebanon
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Veterans Park, Jewett City

Wed, Oct 8
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Montville Town Hall
• 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Mobile Food Pantry at Three Rivers Community College, 574 New London Tpke, Norwich

Fri, Oct 10
• 10:30 – 11:30 AM | Bozrah Senior Center, Bozrah

Tue, Oct 14
• 10:30 – 11:30 AM | Salem Senior Center at Gardner Lake Firehouse
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Veterans Park, Jewett City

Wed, Oct 15
• 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM | St. Vincent DePaul Place, 120 Cliff St., Norwich
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Montville Community Center

Thu, Oct 16
• 4:00 – 5:00 PM | Mobile Food Pantry at Griswold Public Works, 1148 Voluntown Rd., Griswold

Tue, Oct 21
• 10:30 – 11:30 AM | Franklin Senior Center, Franklin
• 12:30 – 1:30 PM | St. Jude Commons, Norwich
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Veterans Park, Jewett City

Wed, Oct 22
• 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Mobile Food Pantry at Dodd Stadium, Norwich
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Mohegan Firehouse, Uncasville

Tue, Oct 28
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Veterans Park, Jewett City

Wed, Oct 29
• 2:00 – 3:00 PM | Harm Reduction Services at Montville Town Hall

Thu, Oct 30
• 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Sprague Senior Center, Sprague

For details, visit: uncashd.org/mobile-health-team/calendar

09/29/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Month - a reminder that none of us are alone, and that help is always within reach.

If you or someone you know is struggling:
📞 Call or text 988 or chat via 988Lifeline.org for free, confidential support 24/7.
📲 In Connecticut, adults can call the ACTION Line at 1-800-HOPE-135 (or dial 2-1-1). Youth under 18 can call 2-1-1 for mobile crisis support.

How you can make a difference:

- Ask directly if someone is thinking about su***de
- Stay present and listen without judgment
- Reduce access to lethal means (medications, fi****ms)
- Offer to call 988 or a crisis line together
- Follow up and show ongoing care

Your words and presence can save lives. Together, we can reduce stigma, encourage hope, and connect people to the support they deserve.

***dePrevention

If you’re struggling with depression, thoughts of su***de, or just feeling overwhelmed by stress — please know this: you are not alone, and help is available 24/7. Reaching out is a sign of strength. Below you’ll find compassionate, practical steps and trusted resources in Connecticut and nati...