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Category: Public Health News

Shared Services Division Leads Collaborative Efforts that Strengthen and Expand Local Health Capacity

Barnstable County is often confused with the Town of Barnstable, but did you know that they are two completely separate entities? Barnstable County includes all 15 towns of Cape Cod […]

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Barnstable County Celebrates National Public Health Week: April 7th – April 11th

During the first full week of April each year, the American Public Health Association brings together communities across the United States to observe National Public Health Week as a time […]

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County Plans and Leads Measles Response Tabletop Exercise

On Friday, March 28, 2025, over 65 participants attended a hybrid tabletop exercise addressing a hypothetical measles outbreak on the Cape and Islands. The exercise was facilitated by Chip Reilly, […]

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Public Health Nurse Wendy Judd Talks Public Health in “Bill’s Bullpen”

Check out this interview with Public Health Nurse Wendy Judd and former County Commissioner Bill Doherty on his Bourne Community TV show “Bill’s Bullpen”! Wendy talks about the offerings of […]

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TickSpotters: Know Your Ticks, Know Your Risk

It’s officially spring and with temperatures creeping above 40 degrees, ticks are active Cape Cod. Here’s a great resource to help keep you and your family safe from tick bites […]

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Do You Need a Measles Vaccine?

The best protection against measles is knowing IF you were vaccinated, WHEN you were vaccinated, and whether you should get a Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) vaccine. Most people who […]

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The History of Measles: Understanding the Past to Protect the Future

Measles, a highly contagious viral disease, has significantly impacted communities worldwide throughout history. Understanding its past sheds light on the importance of vaccination and continued public health efforts. Early Measles […]

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Lower Cape TV Talks to Contract Epidemiologist about Seasonal Influenza

March 14, 2025 – CAPE COD, MA – There has been a lot of attention on the avian flu this winter, but at the same time – perhaps somewhat under […]

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Wicked Wellness: March is National Kidney Month!

The March 2025 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 […]

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