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Public health updates from the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Have a question? Feel free to ask us on Twitter!
Hartford, CT
Joined April 2009
If you're pregnant & think you have been exposed to lead, talk to your doctor about getting a lead blood test. Maternal lead exposure can cause: hypertension, premature birth, decreased fetal growth, & miscarriage. https://t.co/P9kW2qhadO
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Today is World Polio Day! The polio vaccine provides lifelong protection to prevent the lifelong impact of polio. Thanks to vaccines, polio cases have decreased by over 99% since 1988. CT’s high vaccination rates protect our communities, moving closer to a polio-free future.
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Your health, your questions. Whether you’re at the doctor’s office or reviewing test results online, it’s your right to understand your care. Ask providers to explain things in plain language—because informed patients make stronger decisions. 💪 #KnowYourHealth
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How do I know if I have lead paint in my home? If your home was built before 1978, reach out to your local health department or the Connecticut Department of Public Health for additional information on who can conduct testing in your home. https://t.co/P9kW2qhI3m
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It's National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. This campaign brings together individuals, organizations, industry, and state, tribal, & local governments to reduce childhood exposure to lead by increasing lead poisoning prevention awareness & education. https://t.co/vQ0QiN8u8v
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From Dermatology NP to X/@JoinAutopilot_ Investor: How I Turned $100,000 into a Multimillion-Dollar Home “I cannot live without books.” - Thomas Jefferson I didn’t grow up in a wealthy or financially savvy family, but I’ve always been a voracious reader. From a very young age,
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Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) Commissioner Manisha Juthani, MD, has been named the President of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO). Read the press release: https://t.co/DSQcUg8pbd
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Every year, about 3,500 U.S. infants die from sleep-related causes. Always place babies on their backs to sleep — for naps and nighttime. Use a firm, flat sleep surface with no soft bedding. Avoid overheating and keep the sleep environment smoke-free. https://t.co/ElC86g3AxS
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A common source of exposure is lead paint, which was used inside and outside many homes built before 1978. If you plan to renovate, be sure to hire an EPA RRP-certified renovator who is required to use lead-safe work practices to keep your family safe. https://t.co/AKkChTVvDS
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#DYK Children must be tested for lead poisoning in CT. Healthcare providers must test children annually between the ages of 9 months & 35 months. Talk to your child’s doctor about getting a blood lead test if your child may have been exposed to lead. https://t.co/P9kW2qhI3m
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Gen Z is growing up in a world without faith. In Faith Deficit, @MahyarTousi takes to the streets to ask: what does religion mean to a generation that’s turned away from it? Watch the full documentary only on Tousi TV+
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Early detection saves lives. Mammograms can find breast cancer before symptoms appear, when treatment works best. You may qualify for free or low-cost screenings through the CT Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. https://t.co/1A77f504UB 💕
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#DYK: Hepatitis B is a serious liver infection caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV). It can lead to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and even liver cancer if left untreated. The younger you get infected, the more likely you are to develop one of these complications. #HepatitisB
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There is no safe level of lead for any person, but it can be especially harmful to children. Lead poisoning can cause brain damage, reduced IQ and attention span, learning disabilities, developmental delays, hearing loss, and other health problems. https://t.co/P9kW2qhI3m
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RSV can cause serious illness, especially in infants, young children, and older adults. Symptoms often look like a cold but can quickly become severe. Together, we can keep our communities healthy all season long! #RSV #RespiratoryVirusSeason #HealthyFamilies
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Curious how welfare can potentially outpace a working salary? Let's do the math for a hypothetical family of 5 (1 adult, 4 kids) in a high-cost city like Seattle, using real 2025 data: 1. Housing Voucher (5-BR): ~$56,600/year (Based on FY2025 HUD FMR for Seattle-Bellevue at
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October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month. People with #HepatitisB are at increased risk of liver cancer. Early detection can save a life. Get screened today! Learn more: https://t.co/ikD2TorDgt
#LCAM #HepatitisB
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⚽ Helmets, smart play, and reporting head impacts are small steps that protect big dreams. #SafetyInAction
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High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but it increases risk for heart attack & stroke. Knowing your blood pressure, blood sugar, & cholesterol numbers, & understanding what they mean, can help prevent serious health problems. Knowledge is prevention. https://t.co/nbZZszne3K
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It's the most common type of cancer in the U.S. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Department of Public Health is reminding women and men to get screened and schedule mammograms, whether you are insured or not. https://t.co/ATwP0tKSg0 Watch the video on our Facebook page!
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El 17.7% de los adultos hispanos en CT usan tabaco. Dejarlo puede marcar una gran diferencia para tu futuro y tu familia. La Línea de Ayuda de CT para Dejar de Fumar está aquí para apoyarte y disponible en español. 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) https://t.co/JyqrO9qGbM
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Did you know that 17.7% of Hispanic adults in CT use tobacco? Quitting can make a powerful difference for your future & your family. The CT Quitline is here to help: free, confidential, & available in English & Spanish. Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669) https://t.co/JyqrO9qGbM
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🏒 Teaching kids to report hits to the head builds a culture of safety one team at a time. #SmallStepsBigImpact
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Success in DeFi requires understanding the tools, keeping an eye on the risks, and knowing how to adapt as the space evolves. So please, whatever you do, don't just "jump in" and risk it all. Here are 3 rules to follow if you want to build wealth in DeFi. What's a rule you
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