South Windsor Health Department

05/29/2026

Due to the forecasted weather conditions, the South Windsor Health & Wellness Fair scheduled for Saturday, May 30th has been postponed. Thank you to everyone who planned to attend. We are working to reschedule the event and will share a new date as soon as it is confirmed. Stay tuned for updates.

05/18/2026

South Windsor Emergency Management

The National Weather Service has issued Heat Advisories for Hartford, Tolland and Windham counties on Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. As a reminder the Town of South Windsor cooling centers are located at the South Windsor Library located at 1550 Sullivan Avenue and South Windsor Senior Center located at 150 Nevers Road during normal business hours.
If you are under an extreme heat warning recommendations are:
1) Find air conditioning, if possible.
2) Avoid strenuous activities.
3) Watch for heat illness.
4) Wear light clothing.
5) Check on family members and neighbors.
6) Drink plenty of fluids.
7) Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
😎 Never leave people or pets in a closed car.

05/18/2026

Safety Alert for Hepatitis A Virus: Co**ha Negra (Black Shell) Shell Meat (April 2026)

Do not eat, serve, or sell La Serranita brand co**ha negra (black shell) shell meat from Ecuador

04/10/2026

FSIS Retracts Public Health Alert for Frozen, Ready-to-Eat Chicken Nuggets Due to Updated Laboratory Result

04/06/2026

💫We're bringing the community together for a day dedicated to YOUR health and wellness!

Come out to enjoy free screenings, helpful resources, fun activities, and giveaways--all in a welcoming, family-friendly environment.

Let's prioritize our health...together. 🌿

📍Veteran's Memorial Park
🗓️May 30 | ⏰10AM-4PM

04/02/2026

Please see the USDA's most recent Lead recall:
FSIS Issues Public Health Alert For Frozen, Dinosaur-Shaped, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Nuggets Due To Traces Of Lead

https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-frozen-dinosaur-shaped-ready-eat-chicken-nuggets-due

02/26/2026

❗️We would like to inform you of the recall of the following products:

• TheKiddoSpace Children’s Flashcard Talking Toys
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TheKiddoSpace-Recalls-Childrens-Flashcard-Talking-Toys-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Lead-and-Phthalate-Exposure-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-and-Phthalates-Bans-and-Standard-for-Toys

• TheKiddoSpace Print and Cursive Handwriting Kits
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TheKiddoSpace-Recalls-Childrens-Handwriting-Practice-Kits-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Lead-Exposure-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban

• TheKiddoSpace Print and Cursive Handwriting Kits
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TheKiddoSpace-Recalls-Childrens-Handwriting-Practice-Kits-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Lead-Exposure-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban

• TheKiddoSpace Children’s Christmas Tree Toy Play Sets
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/TheKiddoSpace-Recalls-Childrens-Christmas-Tree-Play-Sets-Due-to-Risk-of-Injury-from-Lead-Exposure-Violates-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban-and-Mandatory-Standard-for-Toys

These products are being recalled because they contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban.

02/25/2026

South Windsor, are you up for the challenge?

In honor of Heart Month, we're joining the Hands-Only CPR Challenge!

❤️Learn a lifesaving skill in minutes.

Scan the QR code or click the link to participate!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemJ7aDEXoaOrKWOCbOT7pXRogdx8mXBdfAiaIeVEV3-ngJaw/viewform?usp=header

02/23/2026

With a major winter storm expected to impact Connecticut late Sunday through Monday, the Connecticut Department of Public Health is warning residents about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and heart risks linked to snow shoveling and heavy exertion.

Unintentional carbon monoxide exposure hospitalized 17 Connecticut residents and sent more than 100 to emergency departments in 2023.