Welcome to our Web site

We've made some changes!

Specifically; we have changed our Web site to feature information about our programs. We've added more forms which you've requested; most can be filled out online.  Check out our list of forms.....more>>

It's Tick Time!  Protect your family

Spring is here and the Westport Weston Health District encourages parents to be on the alert for ticks  peak season is from April to September. Children are at particularly high risk! The incidence of Lyme disease is higher in children under the age of 10 than in any other age group....more>>

What are the health benefits of drinking tea?

Green tea or black tea? Herbal tea or oolong tea? Are you the type of person who enjoys a good cup of tea? Are you curious to know what the hype is about specialty teas?

If you answered yes, this program is for you! We'll be hosting a program on the health benefits of tea on Wednesday, May 7, 2008, at 6 p.m., at the Health District. There is no fee for this program, but registration is required. A light supper will be provided. Contact Lorrie Tremonte, at 227-9571, ext. 223, to register.

Are you ready?

Download our new 12-page booklet on emergency readiness, or pick up a printed copy at WWHD or the Westport and Weston Town Halls. (pdf, 3.7mb)

Also, download our Emergency Information Form that you can fill out online for each family member, print and save.

And our download our Emergency Checklists to help you prepare everything you'll need.

Community News available 

Download our new publication, Community News (February issue) for the latest about artificial turf fields, and the importance of handwashing. 

We'll be posting our newsletters throughout the year, and distributing them in schools.  

What about artificial turf?

Cities and towns across Connecticut have increasingly opted for replacement of grass fields with a form of artificial turf that uses recycled rubber tires. The tires are processed into crumb rubber and used as an infill material to cushion the playing surface. Questions have been raised regarding health...more>>