Health & Social Services
The Health Department is responsible for promoting and protecting the health and well-being of individuals and communities through various programs, services, and initiatives.
![Director of Health and Social Services Dr. Elizabeth Rivera-Rodriguez](https://beta.bridgeportct.gov.ifsight.net/sites/default/files/styles/max_450x450/public/2023-11/HDR_20231102_Elizabeth_Rivera-Rodriguez.jpg)
What to do if your SNAP Benefits are stolen
Here are some tips on what you can do next
The Health Department is responsible for promoting and protecting the health and well-being of individuals and communities through various programs, services, and initiatives. This includes disease surveillance, outbreak response, community health education, health inspections, and policy development and implementation.
![Stop Mosquitos from Ruining Your Summer title and a picture of a mosquito with a red circle and strikethrough overlay](https://www.bridgeportct.gov/sites/default/files/styles/max_900x600/public/2024-07/HDCHE_20240716_Mosquito_No.png)
Protecting Against Mosquitoes and the Diseases They Carry
Mosquitos can spread diseases like West Nile Virus. Here are some tips on how you can avoid their bite.
July 16, 2024
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Political Violence and Health
A new study shows that most American’s detest violence, yet a small but notable minority of people in the study said they would be prepared to use a gun in pursuit of their political goals.
July 10, 2024
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Barnum Festival Community Health Fair
Come join local healthcare providers at the Barnum Festival Health Fair!
June 25, 2024
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