Bethel Health Department

01/20/2026

Cold temperatures increase the risk of hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning.

❄️🔥 Make sure heating systems are vented properly and never use grills or generators indoors.

01/20/2026

Cold… or flu? 🤧

Flu symptoms often come on fast and can hit harder — with fever, body aches, and extreme fatigue.

Knowing the difference can help you decide what to do next.

🔗Know the signs and symptoms of flu:https://www.cdc.gov/flu/signs-symptoms/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/index.html

01/14/2026

A Youth Cannabis Education series is being offered by the New Milford Youth Agency this February.

This free, virtual, 4-week education series is designed for teens, young adults, and community members who want clear information about cannabis to support informed decision-making.
This series is educational in nature and focuses on facts, context, and practical understanding - not judgement or discipline.

Series details:
- When: Fridays in February, 4-5pm
- Format: Virtual
- Who should attend: Teens, young adults, and interested community members

Topics include:
- Cannabis and the teen brain
- Cannabis and the body
- Updated information on community and environmental influences
- Updated information on industry marketing tactics and targeted advertising
- Stress, wellness, and coping strategies

Registration is required and can be completed online here:
https://bit.ly/canedfeb2026

12/04/2025

Flu hits hardest for young children, older adults, pregnant people, and those with chronic conditions. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, there’s still time!

Visit vaccines.gov to find a provider!

06/21/2025

06/19/2025

🔥 Temperatures outside are rising and the extreme heat will be sticking around throughout next week. Please remember it is crucial to drink water frequently to stay hydrated! 💦

06/10/2025

Keep it clean! And by "it" we mean your kitchen. Germs can be spread throughout the kitchen and get onto hands, food, cutting boards, utensils and counter tops. Follow safe food handing steps to keep your family healthy. Learn more: bit.ly/3DU7b9T

01/06/2025

January is National Radon Action Month! Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause lung cancer. Take action today to protect your family.

Learn how to test for radon ⬇️
https://spgv.io/6187GBB

09/17/2024

The Department of Public Works will begin curbside pickup of leaf bags starting Monday, October 15, 2024. Please check the schedule below to find out when we’ll be in your area! 📅

👉 For the full schedule and more details, visit: https://bethel-ct.gov/index.asp?SEC=52B4C243-BF04-4C96-BC20-B8F97E1C4B1F&DE=A641B1FE-8725-434B-8DBE-6B4AB1E3675F

Bag Leaves Only: Please use paper bags for leaves. No plastic bags or bags with debris other than leaves will be accepted.

No Raking into Streets: To avoid storm drain clogs and flooding, please do not rake leaves into the streets.

Transfer Station: You can also drop off bagged leaves at the Transfer Station with a picture ID. Household garbage will not be accepted.

Placement: Put bags on the curbside the night before pickup. There will be no special pickups on demand, and bags will be collected on the next rotation if missed.

Please note: The schedule is tentative and may be adjusted due to weather or town projects.

08/27/2024

A trapped mosquito in Bethel has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). While no human cases have been reported, we encourage residents to take simple precautions:

- Use mosquito repellent.
- Wear long sleeves and pants at dawn and dusk.
- Remove standing water around your home.

For more info, visit the https://portal.ct.gov/caes/mosquito-testing/introductory/state-of-connecticut-mosquito-trapping-and-arbovirus-testing-program or contact the Bethel Health Department

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01/24/2024

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Food, Standards and Product Safety Division and the Connecticut Department of Public Health are warning the public about cookies sold at Stew Leonard’s grocery stores in Danbury and Newington that contained undeclared peanuts. Stew Leonard’s has issued a recall for the products.

One death has been reported that may be associated with the mislabeled product. The death was initially reported to the Food and Drug Administration. The person, an individual in their 20s who was a resident of New York, was reported to have consumed the cookies at a social gathering in Connecticut.

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection Food, Standards and Product Safety Division and the Connecticut Department of Public Health are warning the public about cookies sold at Stew Leonard’s grocery stores in Danbury and Newington that contained undeclared peanuts. Stew Leonard’s has issued a recall for the products.

Read the news release here: https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Newsroom/Press-Releases---2024/Cookie-recall-notice

12/21/2023