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If you live in Branford, East Haven, or North Branford, the East Shore District Health Department (ESDHD) is your local health department. ESDHD provides essential public health services such as Building Approvals, Septic System Permits, and Food Service Permits to a population of over 70,000 residents. We are committed to improving the health and well being of our residents through public health programs that promote wellness, prevent and control disease, and provide education about healthy lifestyles.

Covid-19, Flu, or RSV or a Cold?

Three different viruses are sending children and adults to their doctor or urgent care across the United States this winter. Not only is the coronavirus (COVID-19) making a comeback with new variants, influenza (Flu) and the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are also spreading earlier than usual and at record rates.

Approved Shellfish Beds RE-OPENED, Conditionally approved areas remain CLOSED

As of December 11th 2023, All Branford SHELLFISH BEDS ARE CLOSED

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: As of December 15th, 2023, APPROVED shellfish areas have re-opened. The Conditionally approved areas remain CLOSED.

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: Effective as of this notification the following BRANFORD areas are CLOSED
OPEN CLOSED
[X] [ ] APPROVED commercial shellfishing areas (>=3.0” rainfall trigger closure)

Fight the Flu. Flu Vaccinations available from the Health Department

GET YOUR FLU VACCINATION WITH THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT! The CDC recommends yearly flu shots!

Calll the Health Department at 203-481-4288 to register for an appointment today!

Vaccine available: While supplies last

  • Preservative free quadrivalent vaccine
  • High Dose / Senior Strength vaccine
  • Nasal vaccine for those 49 years or younger without asthma or not immunocompromised
  • Egg free vaccine

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