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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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Buildings, Wells, Septic, and Additions

Construction of home additions, private pools, sheds, septic systems, or wells requires the completion of a Location Approval Packet found on the main forms and applications page. 

Septic Wells & Private Water Testing Other Resources

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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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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New in Heart Health

In 2025 the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC) updated [...]

Nicotine Pouches and ZYNfluencers

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Looking Ahead, Staying Ready Together

As we move out of winter and into early spring, it’s a natural time to [...]

Staff Spotlight: The PHEP Coordinator, Shelley A. Forker

Shelley serves as the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Coordinator for the Farmington Valley Health [...]