Health Alerts & News
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Stop the Bleed & Hands Only CPR on Oct. 20th
Read more: Stop the Bleed & Hands Only CPR on Oct. 20thJoin Mike Vincelli for upcoming trainings in Stop the Bleed and Hands only CPR techniques on Tuesday, Oct. 20th at the AHD office at 180 Bayberry Lane in Westport. Please register by emailing mvincelli@aspetuckhd.org. Stop the Bleed will be offered 6PM-7PM and Hands Only CPR will be offered 7PM-8PM. Training is free and open to…
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Health District closed for Columbus Day on Oct. 12th
Read more: Health District closed for Columbus Day on Oct. 12thOur offices will be closed on Monday, October 12th for Columbus Day.
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Seasonal flu shots available!
Read more: Seasonal flu shots available!Cold and flu season is here! If you’d like a seasonal influenza vaccine, call our Community Health nurse to schedule and learn more at 203.227.6611. Both the standard and high dose (recommended for 65+) are available. AHD also offers Flumist for children ages 3-18. Child must be at least 33 lbs.
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Food Establishments: Guidance for reopening after a storm/power outage
Read more: Food Establishments: Guidance for reopening after a storm/power outageConnecticut’s Department of Public Health reminds local food establishments to use follow reopening guidelines should the establishment experience power outages following a storm event. Click here to read the document.
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Health District observes Labor Day
Read more: Health District observes Labor DayIn observation of Labor Day, AHD’s office will close at 1:00PM on Friday, Sept. 4th and be closed on Monday, Sept. 7th. Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday weekend!
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West Nile Virus
Read more: West Nile VirusJuly 20, 2026 Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile virus in Westport The CT Mosquito Management Program has advised the Aspetuck Health District that a pool of mosquitoes has tested positive for West Nile virus in Westport at the North Avenue collection site. While this is Westport’s first notification of the season, mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus have also been identified…
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“Stop the Bleed” on July 23rd
Read more: “Stop the Bleed” on July 23rdJoin us on July 23rd at 7:00PM for a “Stop the Bleed” training session at the Health District. Learn tips and techniques for emergency situations. Session is free of charge and open to all. Please email mvincelli@aspetuckhd.org to learn more and reserve your slot.
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AHD website recognized
Read more: AHD website recognizedThe Aspetuck Health District website redesign has been honored with a Silver Award of Distinction from the 32nd Annual Communicator Awards. Congratulations and thank you to our website design partner, Daydream Communications! To learn more, click here.
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Beach water testing resumes May 18th
Read more: Beach water testing resumes May 18thThe 2026 beach water testing season begins on May 18th, with enhanced testing and reporting protocols. The improved process builds upon the State of Connecticut’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) Guidelines for Monitoring Swimming Water and Closure Protocol, and now includes additional beach water samples and…
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State Reports Tick Activity High
Read more: State Reports Tick Activity HighConnecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) scientists are reporting that tick activity is already very high this season. Tick samples sent to the CAES lab are testing positive for Lyme disease at a higher than average rate. Residents who spend time outside should take precautions. Residents are encouraged to submit ticks removed from their bodies to…