It’s that unpredictable time of year on Cape Cod when the weather could go from 55 degrees and sunny to a snowy nor’easter in a matter of days. Don’t be […]
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The Massachusetts Alternative Septic System Test Center (MASSTC), a division of the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment, continues to lead in wastewater innovation. With over 4,000 Innovative/Alternative septic […]
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December 17, 2024 (Barnstable, MA) – Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment is urging residents to take precautions as cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, continue to rise locally, […]
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The following shareables from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provide education for the general public regarding Pertussis and the importance of the vaccination in preventing disease spread. […]
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The National Weather Service (NWS) is predicting some stormy weather over the next few days. Here’s what you should know: Event Summary ⛈️ Rain Event Wednesday/Thursday: 💨 Strong Winds Wednesday-Thursday […]
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Initial Outbreak In July of 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an outbreak of mpox, at the time referred to as “monkeypox”, a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. […]
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The December issue of Wicked Wellness is here! This monthly flyer is inspired by relevant health awareness themes. Each edition discusses an important health topic, with helpful exercise tips and […]
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COVID-19, influenza, and RSV transmission and severity are currently at low/baseline levels. Influenza and RSV are starting to creep up. We expect viral respiratory illnesses to increase shortly after Thanksgiving, consistent with […]
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Barnstable County Water Quality Laboratory has been receiving a high volume of phone calls from homeowners across the Commonwealth who recently received a letter from their local water department prompting […]
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