Chesprocott Health District

09/10/2026

Rabies Prevention: Protect Yourself & Your Pets
Chesprocott Health District and the Cheshire Police Department remind residents to take simple steps to prevent rabies exposure:
💉 Keep pets current on rabies vaccinations.
🦇 Never touch or handle wildlife — even if sick, injured, or dead.
🐕 Keep pets away from wild animals.
🗑️ Secure garbage, window/door screens, and outdoor food sources.
🚨 If you or your pet has contact with wildlife, contact Animal Control before disposing of the animal.
🩹 If bitten or scratched, wash the area and seek medical care promptly.
📞 For Animal Control assistance:
Cheshire: 203-271-5500
Prospect: 203-758-6150
Wolcott: 203-879-1414

09/10/2026

Free Community Health Program – Low Back Pain
CHD will host a free community presentation on September 15, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. focused on understanding and managing low back pain. Sign up here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/C8Z2t1uBuG
Topics will include:
• Common causes of low back pain
• How low back pain is diagnosed
• Ways to manage and reduce symptoms
• When it may be time to see a healthcare provider

09/09/2026

Save the date for our upcoming community vaccine clinic! 💉

📅 Tuesday, October 20
⏰ 12:00–2:00 p.m.
📍 Chesprocott Health District
1187 Highland Avenue, Suite 210, Cheshire

Stop & Shop Pharmacy will be available to provide flu and other vaccines, including pneumonia, shingles, RSV, COVID-19, and Tdap, based on individual eligibility and availability.

Please bring your insurance card and identification. Additional registration and appointment information will be shared soon.

Protecting your health now can help you prepare for the fall and winter illness season.

09/08/2026

Tuesday Twinning at CHD! 👯‍

We showed up in matching stripes and green pants without even planning it! Great minds—and great outfits—think alike.

09/07/2026

📢 CHD is back to our regular hours!

Chesprocott Health District is now open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM–4:00 PM.

We look forward to continuing to serve the residents of Cheshire, Prospect, and Wolcott!

📍 1187 Highland Ave., Suite 210, Cheshire
🕗 Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–4:00 PM

09/07/2026

09/06/2026

Chesprocott Health District will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.

We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8 for our normal business hours of 8:30 AM–4:00 PM. We have officially wrapped up our summer hours schedule!

09/05/2026

Planning a Labor Day picnic? Keep it healthy AND safe!

Whether you’re heading to a cookout, the beach, or your own backyard, remember to keep perishable foods like meat, poultry, cheese, and salads cold at 40°F or below. After serving, refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours—or sooner when it’s especially hot outside.

🥗 Mix up the traditional cookout with fresh fruit, veggies, grilled chicken, hummus, and other healthy favorites.

Enjoy the long weekend, stay safe, and have a Happy Labor Day from Chesprocott Health District! ❤️🤍💙

09/03/2026

Chesprocott Health District reviews plans to help ensure projects meet public health codes and requirements. Here's a little behind-the-scenes look at public health in action!

09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month! 🚨

Emergencies can happen at any time, and being prepared can make a big difference for you, your family, and your community.

This month, take a few simple steps to get ready:

✅ Make a Plan – Know how your household will communicate, where you will meet, and what you will do if you need to evacuate or shelter in place.

✅ Build or Check Your Emergency Kit – Include water, nonperishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, important documents, pet supplies, and other essentials.

✅ Know How You’ll Get Alerts – Make sure you can receive local emergency notifications and weather alerts.

✅ Think About Everyone in Your Household – Plan for children, older adults, people with disabilities or medical needs, and pets.

Preparing doesn’t need to feel overwhelming. Take one step today and expand gradually. Reach out to Chesprocott Health District for more details at [email protected].