Connecticut Health Department recommending well owners test for arsenic and uranium

In a press release, The state Department of Public Health announced: "it is recommending that private well owners in Connecticut should test their well for arsenic and uranium. These naturally occurring metals are found in groundwater in sporadic locations across the state and can lead to adverse health effects." Here is the document the department released:

Connecticut Groundwater Release March 2013

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Bedbugs? Don't use outdoor pesticides on them

In a release, The Connecticut Department of Public Health, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, and Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station warn the public not to use outdoor pesticides to treat for bed bugs.

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Bedbugs and presticides by

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Radon: Connecticut officials urge residents to test homes

Here is a release by the Connecticut Department of Public Health on radon and having a healthful home. It can be printed or downloaded.

Radon: How to protect your home by

Flu: 'Widespread' in Connecticut

The Connecticut Department of Public Health announced Thursday (in a release) that "flu activity in the state continues to be widespread and encourages residents to take steps to prevent the flu"

Here's more:

Flu: Connecticut Department of Public Health by