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Will Summer Slow The Spread Of COVID-19? Scientists Try To Figure It Out
The worst outbreaks of COVID-19 so far have been in colder parts of the Northern Hemisphere during winter or early spring. Will warmer weather slow the transmission?
Cape Cod jobless navigate overwhelmed system
The COVID-19 crisis has led to skyrocketing job losses and an unprecedented number of unemployment insurance claims on the Cape and Islands and statewide. But many in dire need of […]
Weather Update: April 12, 2020
A High Wind Watch and Storm Watch is in effect for Barnstable, Nantucket and Dukes Counties. There is a potential for damaging wind gusts and power outages on Monday, April […]
Considerations for Moving a Loved One Home from a Nursing Facility, Rest Home or Assisted Living Residence
During the declared State of Emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, families may be considering whether their loved one should move from a Nursing Facility, Rest Home or Assisted […]
Cape community responds to PPE requests in a big way
“The response has been inspirational, and we are so grateful for each and every donation,” said Michael Lauf, president and CEO of Cape Cod Healthcare (CCHC). “Our community is truly […]
Reducing Stigma During Coronavirus Outbreak
[su_youtube url=”https://youtu.be/vinh0lIG1p0″ height=”480″] Public health emergencies, such as the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), are stressful times for people and communities. Fear and anxiety about a disease can lead […]
Barnstable County Department of Human Services E-Newsletter
[su_spacer] This bi-weekly newsletter is designed to provide timely information on health and human service topics of interest for people living and working in Barnstable County. [su_spacer] For additional information visit the Department website […]
Cape Cod Has Uncommon COVID-19 Resource — Its Own Health Director
As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolds on Cape Cod, Sean O’Brien, our Director of Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment has played a unique role in getting out information. Please […]
Interim Guidance When a Worker May Have Had Exposure to Confirmed COVID-19
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Critical Infrastructure workers who have had an exposure but remain asymptomatic should adhere to the following practices prior to and during […]
