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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.
What has been up with our water quality?
Fecal bacteria contamination has been a persistent problem in Short Beach swimming waters since at least the 1990s. At Johnson’s Beach (Clark Ave Beach), bacterial counts are in the top 4 out of 37 Connecticut beaches, as measured by Save the Sound (2016-2021).
In 2023, the Civic Association of Short Beach (CASB) and the East Shore District Health Department (ESDHD) conducted a study to identify the sources of bacterial contamination. Findings showed dog waste as the primary driver of bacterial
Posted by Bnaclerio on Thursday, 26 September 2024
It’s time for our Community Health Assessment (CHA)! Every four years, we ask residents of our health district to give us important feedback about their health and the health of their communities so that we can better serve our towns. Click the link to give us valuable, anonymous feedback about your health and the health of your community.
English survey link: https://esdhd.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6L0cEjmJhq6E4bc?h2=1
Posted by Bnaclerio on Thursday, 26 September 2024
Our Community Health coordinator and Epidemiologist went on WTNHs CT buzz to talk about the importance of fall vaccines an other ways to stay healthy this fall. Follow the link below to watch the full segment.
ESDHD CT Buzz Segment
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