The main aim of the Ridgefield Health department is to protect and promote the health and welfare of the citizens of the town. The department provides various services such as the review, approval and inspection of septic systems, food service establishment licensing and inspections, provides issuance of well permits and information of well water analysis.
The department is responsible for the investigation of public health complaints, processing of rabies and Lyme disease specimens, communicable disease investigation and follow-up, and provides assistance in obtaining information on Radon. It also conducts a daily tick-borne prevention program which is useful for people concerned about tick bites. For more information, call the number provided or visit the Web site.