Waterbury Health Department

08/31/2026

🚨 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

08/31/2026

🏊‍♀️ FREE Fall Swim Lessons in Waterbury! 🏊‍♂️

The City of Waterbury is offering FREE swim lessons this fall at Kennedy High School! Learn to swim and build confidence in a safe and fun environment. 💦

📅 6-Week Session: September 27 – November 1, 2026
📍 Location: Kennedy High School
⏰ Available Times: 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM & 12:00 PM
👥 15 participants per session

📝 Registration is now open!
Participation is FREE, but registration is required.

🌐 Register at: www.waterburyparksrec.com

Spaces are limited—sign up today!

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 Waterbury: https://waterburyct.org/opioid

08/31/2026

🏠 Speak Up, Waterbury! Let’s Talk Housing.

Join the community on September 10 at 5:30 PM at Brass Mill Center for an important conversation about housing resources, connections, and the needs of Waterbury residents.

WHD’s Sheila and Patrick from the Healthy Homes Program will be there to connect with residents, share helpful information, and answer questions about creating safer and healthier homes.

✨ Childcare provided
🍽️ Food provided
🎁 Raffle prizes & a free gift bag for the first 50 attendees
🏡 Housing and community resources available

Come share your voice, meet local organizations, and learn about resources available to you and your family.

08/31/2026

Our August Newsletter is here!

Check out the latest edition of Care in Your Community: Monthly Connection for updates, programs, resources, and highlights from the Waterbury Health Department.

🔗 Read the August 2026 edition here:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAHTbN5o1rQ/7v7zpW8d_yN8zhxlQ9zEcg/view

08/30/2026

🌞There are just six more weeks to enjoy FREE, outdoor yoga classes in beautiful & historic parks! Join us for Yoga In Our City every sunny day!

🟢 Free classes
🟢 Everyone is welcome
🟢 Friendly, local teachers

🌞🌳This is a great way to move your body, relax your mind, and meet others in the community. Grab a mat or towel, and let’s come together and enjoy the sunshine and the company of new friends!

08/30/2026

🌞There are just six more weeks to enjoy FREE, outdoor yoga classes in beautiful & historic parks! Join us for Yoga In Our City every sunny day!

🟢 Free classes
🟢 Everyone is welcome
🟢 Friendly, local teachers

🌞🌳This is a great way to move your body, relax your mind, and meet others in the community. Grab a mat or towel, and let’s come together and enjoy the sunshine and new friends!

08/28/2026

Getting back into a school-year sleep routine doesn't have to be complicated.

Kids ages 6–12 need 9–12 hours of sleep a night.
Teens ages 13–18 need 8–10 hours.

Kids who stick to a regular bedtime are less likely to feel tired during the day.
If school's already back in session, it's not too late to reset.
Start shifting bedtime a little earlier each night until it sticks.

08/28/2026

Come with us to Water Pollution Control Department as we explain what you should NOT be flushing down your toilet 🚽🚯

08/28/2026

Governor Lamont on ICE Activity in Connecticut: What Residents Should Know
8/26/2026

Press Release Homepage Governor Lamont on ICE Activity in Connecticut: What Residents Should Know 8/26/2026 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today said that his administration is coordinating with community organizations and advocates regarding increased ICE activity this week in Connecticut a...