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

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Found a tick? Don't throw it away just yet. 🕷️ Connecticut residents can submit ticks for identification and, in some ca...
09/02/2026

Found a tick? Don't throw it away just yet. 🕷️

Connecticut residents can submit ticks for identification and, in some cases, testing through the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES).

Here's how:
✔️ Complete the Tick Submission Form
✔️ Place the tick in a sealed plastic bag or crush-proof container
✔️ Keep the tick dry
❌ Don't place it on tape
❌ Don't store it in liquid

Tick identification and eligible testing through CAES are provided at no cost.

Some blacklegged (deer) ticks that have fed on humans may be tested for organisms associated with:

🔍 Lyme disease
🔍 Anaplasmosis
🔍 Babesiosis
🔍 Hard tick relapsing fever
🔍 Powassan virus disease

Results are sent by email, and processing times vary depending on the number of submissions received.

A tiny tick can provide important information. Knowing what bit you can help you stay informed and take the next steps if needed. Learn more about CT tick management and testing: https://ow.ly/5Cvp50ZhKNi

Submit a tick here: https://ow.ly/RkOb50ZhKNg

Plot twist: healthy aging starts now. 👀Healthy aging isn’t about waiting until you’re older to start taking care of your...
09/01/2026

Plot twist: healthy aging starts now. 👀

Healthy aging isn’t about waiting until you’re older to start taking care of yourself. The choices you make today can help support your health for years to come.

So, what can you do now?

🩺 Keep up with routine checkups and recommended screenings
🚶 Find movement you actually enjoy
🥗 Fill your plate with a variety of nutritious foods
💙 Make time for your mental and social well-being

You can’t stop the clock. But you can take care of yourself along the way.

09/01/2026

🎙️ New episode just dropped: Let’s talk about young adult health.

Commissioner Juthani and Deputy Commissioner Morrissey are joined by their kids, Ishani Mehta (an incoming 2nd year law student at Cardozo Law) and Elijah Riley (Western Connecticut State University graduate), for an honest, candid conversation about the health choices young adults are making today.

They cover it all: two vaccines that can help prevent cancer, va**ng and substance use among Gen Z, and one of the biggest health risks of all: not having a primary care provider.

It’s a real, generational conversation about the choices young adults are making now and how those choices can shape their health for years to come.

🎧 Listen to the new episode of *Connecticut’s Health Report:
YouTube: https://ow.ly/QNWU50ZHMce
Spotify: https://ow.ly/rT3C50ZHMcf
Vimeo: https://ow.ly/QzBs50ZHMcg

🎒For most children, September means back to school: backpacks, homework, and friends. For others, it represents their ba...
09/01/2026

🎒For most children, September means back to school: backpacks, homework, and friends. For others, it represents their battle with cancer.🎗️

Every day, children and families across Connecticut face the challenges of childhood cancer. This month, we go gold for all the children who should be at desks, instead of in hospital beds. Together, we can help more kids make it back to the classroom.

💛 Learn more about childhood cancers: https://ow.ly/nRgG50ZBssC

In nearly half of overdose deaths, someone else was nearby. If you use opioids, never use alone and be ready with naloxo...
08/31/2026

In nearly half of overdose deaths, someone else was nearby. If you use opioids, never use alone and be ready with naloxone (also known as Narcan) in case of an overdose. Having naloxone and one person by your side can save your life.

Download NORA, the Naloxone and Overdose Response App, at NORAsaves.com to learn how to use naloxone.

En casi la mitad de los casos de sobredosis, hubo alguien cerca para salvar a la persona. Si usas opioides, nunca los u...
08/31/2026

En casi la mitad de los casos de sobredosis, hubo alguien cerca para salvar a la persona. Si usas opioides, nunca los uses estando solo y ten naloxona (también conocido como Narcan) a mano en caso de una sobredosis. Tener naloxona y una persona a tu lado, puede salvarte la vida.

Descarga NORA, la aplicación de naloxona de respuesta a las sobredosis, en NORAsaves.com y aprende cómo usar naloxona.

Safe syringe disposal helps protect people and communities.Properly collecting and disposing of used syringes reduces th...
08/31/2026

Safe syringe disposal helps protect people and communities.

Properly collecting and disposing of used syringes reduces the risk of needlestick injuries, helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and keeps public spaces safer for everyone.

Learn more about safe disposal and find a local Syringe Services Program: https://ow.ly/U9xa50ZwANn

💜 Every life matters. Every story matters.On International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the lives lost to overdos...
08/31/2026

💜 Every life matters. Every story matters.

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the lives lost to overdose, support those who are grieving, and recognize the impact overdose has on families and communities.

Overdose can affect anyone. Knowing the signs and knowing what to do can help save a life.

If you think someone may be experiencing an overdose:
✔ Call 911 right away
✔ Give naloxone (Narcan®) if you have it
✔ Stay with the person until help arrives
✔ Try to keep them awake and breathing if possible

Carrying naloxone and learning how to use it can help you be prepared to respond in an emergency.

Learn more about overdose prevention resources in Connecticut: https://ow.ly/ev2s50ZwAAP

🏖️ Summer’s not over yet!National Beach Day is your reminder to squeeze in a few more beach days before the season slips...
08/30/2026

🏖️ Summer’s not over yet!

National Beach Day is your reminder to squeeze in a few more beach days before the season slips away.

Before you grab your towel and head out, remember:
🧴 Protect your skin with sunscreen and reapply often
💧 Stay hydrated, especially on hot days
🌊 Swim near lifeguards and keep an eye on little ones
☀️ Take breaks from the sun when you need them

Whether you’re chasing waves, building sandcastles, or enjoying a beachside walk, make those last summer memories safely. 💙

What’s your favorite Connecticut beach? 🏖️⬇️

🚨 Connecticut reports its first human case of West Nile virus this year.The Middlesex County man in his 30s, became ill ...
08/27/2026

🚨 Connecticut reports its first human case of West Nile virus this year.

The Middlesex County man in his 30s, became ill in early August, was hospitalized, and has since recovered. Risk remains elevated: The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station has detected WNV in mosquito pools in 34 Connecticut towns this season.

As summer winds down, it’s still important to protect yourself from mosquito bites:

🦟 Use EPA-registered insect repellent
👕 Wear long sleeves and pants when possible
🌅 Limit time outdoors from dusk to dawn, when mosquitoes are most active
💧 Remove standing water around your home at least once a week

Most people infected with WNV do not develop symptoms, but the virus can cause serious illness, particularly in adults age 60 and older. Learn more about West Nile virus and how to protect yourself and your family: https://ow.ly/cfHK50ZG8AP

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