Technical Briefs

The Federal Government has reopened COVIDtests.gov. Every household can order four over-the-counter COVID-19 tests for free. These tests are intended for use throughout the 2024 holiday season to detect currently circulating COVID-19 variants. Please visit COVIDtests.gov for your free test.

Environmental Health Technical Briefs will be issued periodically by the Environmental & Occupational Health Program to address emerging issues.

Coal Tar Driveway Sealant -(PDF) 9/2014
Cancer Clusters -(PDF) 4/2012
Dirt Streaking & Ghosting -(PDF) 12/2011
Eating Fish: Risks and Benefits -(PDF) 6/2010
Hand Sanitizers -(PDF) 12/2009
Hazards to Communities from Chemical Handling and Storage in Workplaces -(PDF) 11/2013
Indoor Air Pollution at Indoor Swimming Pools -(PDF) 4/2011
Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation -(PDF) 12/2010
Vapor Intrusion of VOCs: Evaluating the Risks to Buildings in Your Town -(PDF) 11/2012

Connecticut State Department of Public Health