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Health and Wellness
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Useful information on a variety of health topics including arthritis, cancer, dental, disabilities, family planning, heart disease, teen driving, and more.
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Parents, childcare workers, healthcare professionals and anyone who is curious about the state public health code can quickly browse each title and section in this quick guide provided by the Department of Public Health (DPH).
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Services, Programs, Topics A to Z
A list of health topics organized, provided by the Department of Public Health (DPH). Important topics covered are adoption, birth certificates, cancer, family planning, HIV/AIDS, mental health services and much more.
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Public Health Statistics and Research
The Department of Public Health (DPH) offers a presentation of data and statistics for 25 of the leading diseases and illnesses affecting Connecticut's public. Some conditions covered are asthma, cancer, drug overdose, influenza, tobacco use prevention and control.
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The Department of Public Health (DPH) publishes quarterly a record of disciplinary actions taken against licensed individuals and organizations.
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A full listing of forms regarding health and wellness in Connecticut are available from the Department of Public Health (DPH). Some examples of these forms include immunization orders, adverse event reporting, disease reporting forms and state public health laboratory reporting forms.
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The mission of the Food Protection Program provided by the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to reduce the risk of food-borne disease by protecting citizens from contaminated food by improving the sanitary condition of food establishments. This is accomplished by enforcement of regulations, training and education, technical consultation, special investigations and food safety promotion.
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The Department of Public Health (DPH) evaluates and quantifies health risks posed by environmental and occupational exposures to chemicals and radiation. Find information on topics including Rabies, Lyme Disease, Fish Consumption Advisory, Lead Poisoning, Mold and Radon.
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Citizens can access the latest drinking water news as well as water quality monitoring schedules, source water protection, and statutes, regulations and federal drinking water rules.
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The Pharmacy Commission has jurisdiction over pharmacy practice in Connecticut and approves the licensure and registration of pharmacies, pharmacists, pharmacy interns and non-resident pharmacies. The Commission posts the monthly meeting agenda and minutes to the Department of Consumer Protection website.
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The Drug Control Division works to protect the health and safety of Connecticut residents by regulating all persons and firms involved in the distribution of all legal drugs, medical devices and cosmetics in Connecticut. The division oversees the programs of compliance and enforcement, commission of pharmacy, prescription monitoring program and the medical marijuana program.
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The Office of the Attorney General offers people preparing a living will general information about advance directives, appointment of health care representatives, appointment of conservators and organ donation.
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Health Services Program Information Survey Reports
Results of a yearly survey on school health services in Connecticut’s public schools.
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Information on the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Child Nutrition Programs, including the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), Afterschool Snack Program (ASP), Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), Special Milk Program (SMP), and Seamless Summer Option (SSO) of the NSLP.
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Connecticut Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program protects the health, safety, well-being and rights of individuals who reside in skilled nursing facilities, residential care homes and assisted living facilities.
Agency: Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
