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Category: Community Health Newsletter

Quarterly Community Health E-Newsletter | Issue 2 | January 2025

Welcome to the second issue of our new and improved quarterly Community Health Newsletter! Our goal is to discuss important public health and environmental health issues impacting our region, while […]

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State Action for Public Health Excellence Passes in Massachusetts

In a significant stride towards enhancing public health in Massachusetts, the State Action for Public Health Excellence (SAPHE 2.0) initiative has successfully passed, setting a new standard for public health […]

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Winter Storm Preparedness: It Takes a Village

With the arrival of winter on Cape Cod, preparing for storms becomes a community effort. While personal preparedness is vital, the power of communication and connection with trusted friends, family, […]

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Walking in a Winter Wonderland, Safely.

As we transition into the winter season it is important to continue to be physically active. Physical activity helps maintain both physical and mental health. The cold snowy weather and shorter hours […]

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H5N1 Bird Flu: Understanding the Risk

Although highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza (commonly known as the bird flu), has been a public health concern for years, recent developments have heightened media attention and public awareness. In […]

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Quarterly Community Health E-Newsletter | Issue 1 | October 2024

Welcome to the first issue of our new and improved quarterly Community Health Newsletter! Our goal is to discuss important health and environmental health issues impacting our region, while spreading […]

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Acute Respiratory Illness Recommendations Simplified

It’s the time of year when the weather gets colder, and people start spending more time inside in close proximity to one another. It’s also the time of year when […]

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Allergen Awareness Training Update for Food Establishments

The Department of Public Health (DPH) Food Protection Program (FPP) recently approved a single allergen awareness training video that was offered through a limited number of training providers. Given the […]

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Tobacco Control Program: The Rising Popularity of Nicotine Pouches

With cigarette smoking and vaping on the decline as the result of successful public health efforts, the tobacco industry has developed new ways attract customers and sell products. Though smokeless […]

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