Author Archives: Anna Larson
Power Outage Food Safety: Keep Your Food Safe When the Power Goes Out
Power outages can happen unexpectedly, especially during severe weather. When the electricity goes out, it [...]
Dial-A-Ride
What Is the Dial-A-Ride Service? Many towns in the Farmington Valley district have a Dial-A-Ride [...]
Intern Spotlight – Julia Clough and Juan Palomino
Julia Clough is a University of Rhode Island student majoring in neuroscience and psychology with [...]
Staff Spotlight: Amanda Hubbard
In public health, much of the work that keeps a community healthy happens behind the [...]
Situation Update: Measles
What is Measles? Measles is caused by a highly contagious virus that spreads through the [...]
Helping Your Teen Handle Back-to-School Anxiety
A new school year can be exciting, but it can also feel stressful for many [...]
Preparing Today for Tomorrow – National Preparedness Month 2026
September is National Preparedness Month As children return to school, the seasons begin to change, [...]
FVHD Program Recognized with National Award
July 15, 2026 – The Farmington Valley Health District (FVHD) was honored by the National [...]
Ticks and Mosquitos
The weather is warm again, and that means bugs are out in full force. While [...]
Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health as They Start College
Leaving home for the first time to start college is an exciting milestone, but it [...]