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Food Protection

Food Protection is one of the major functions of the FVHD. We strive to minimize the risk of foodborne disease through educational programming and by enforcing the Connecticut Public Health Code.

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  • Opening a restaurant
  • Participating in a temporary event
  • Food establishment ratings
  • Forms-links
  • Food safety at home
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Inspectional Services

Details related to our inspection services

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  • Where we inspect
  • What we look for
  • Regulations
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Buildings, Wells, Septic, and Additions

Important information and forms about water and infrastructure in the Farmington Valley

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  • Building a pool, deck, garage, shed, propane tank
  • Renovating a house
  • Adding an addition
  • Reporting a problem
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Emergency Preparedness

FVHD is continuously developing plans that address the roles and responsibilities of public health officials in cooperation with local, municipal officials, emergency responders, and town agencies as well as regional and state resources.

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  • Mass Dispensing Areas
  • Training Opportunities
  • Volunteering
  • Family Preparedness
  • FVHD Role in Emergencies
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Community Health

Information and resources on obtaining and maintaining health for yourself, your family, and your community.

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  • Our programs and services
  • Adult COVID Vaccine appointments
  • Health education videos
  • Our activities in the community
  • Infection control resources
  • Our quarterly newsletter
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Recall Alert: BS Interactive Recalls Stashables Children’s Ramp Sets Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Paint and Lead Content Ban; Lead Poisoning Hazard

Name of Product: Stashables Finger Skateboard Ramp Sets Hazard: This recall involves Stashables-branded finger skateboard ramp [...]

06
Dec
Recall Alert: Green Sprouts Recalls Toddler’s Stainless Steel Bottles and Cups Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard (Recall Alert)

Name of Product: Green Sprouts Stainless Steel Straw Bottles, Sippy Cups and Sip & Straw [...]

29
Nov
Recall Alert: Bentex Recalls Children’s Clothing Sets Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Paint and Lead Content Ban; Lead Poisoning Hazard

Name of Product: Children’s clothing sets Hazard: The recall involves Bentex children’s clothing sets in [...]

29
Nov
Recall Alert: Anker Play Products Recalls Bolt Foldable Children’s Scooters Due to Violation of Federal Lead Paint Ban; Lead Poisoning Hazard

Name of Product: Bolt Foldable Children’s Scooters Hazard: The paint on the recalled scooters contains [...]

07
Nov

Health Matters is a television series produced by the Farmington Valley Health District. The series features guests and community partners who discuss the latest health information.

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About the Farmington Valley Health District

The Farmington Valley Health District (FVHD) strives to promote health programs and policies that support good health; Prevent disease outbreaks and conditions that give rise to poor health; and Protect you from health threats-the everyday and the exceptional.

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