“July 19, 2024: CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS) are collecting different types of data to identify the food source of a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections. Epidemiologic information shows that many people in this outbreak report eating …
Read More »Southcoast Health welcomes new providers for New Bedford, Fall River, Fairhaven, Wareham, Swansea
FAIRHAVEN, FALL RIVER, MIDDLETOWN, NEW BEDFORD, SWANSEA and WAREHAM — Southcoast Health is pleased to announce the not-for-profit community health system welcomed five new providers in June. These providers are joining various specialties including, Family Medicine, the Hospitalist Program, Internal Medicine, and Medical Weight Loss. Brian Bonenfant, PA | Family Medicine 479 Swansea Mall …
Read More »Dangerous heat, humidity coming to Massachusetts with heat indexes as high as 105°F
“Dangerous heat and humidity is on tap Mon through Wed and there will be the risk for some afternoon and evening showers & t-storms. A cold front brings relief from the heat and humidity Thu, Fri and Sat. Our attention turns to the return of dangerous heat and humidity to …
Read More »Massachusetts DoH confirms first case of positive EEE mosquito sample from recent test in Carver
“BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time this year. The presence of EEE was confirmed in mosquito samples collected on June 30 in the town of Carver in Plymouth …
Read More »Massachusetts Officials: Leave Independence Day fireworks to the professionals
“STOW — Every year in Massachusetts, illegal fireworks cause fires, explosions, property damage, and serious injuries. As we enter the weeks around July 4th, when more than 60% of these incidents occur, State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine is reminding residents and visitors to leave fireworks to the professionals. “Fireworks …
Read More »Massachusetts Health Officials announce first West Nile virus mosquito samples of the season
Residents urged to use bug spray when outdoors. “BOSTON (July 2, 2024) – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes in Massachusetts for the first time this year. The presence of WNV was confirmed today by the Massachusetts …
Read More »Massachusetts Public Health Awards $8.3 Million for 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Network
The Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced that $8.3 million in state and federal grant funding will be awarded to five community organizations to support the continuation of services for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Network. The funds will provide infrastructure, operational capacity, and staffing to these organizations …
Read More »New Bedford Public Beaches Closed to Swimming Following Sunday Morning’s Heavy Rain
All New Bedford recreational beach areas are closed to swimming today, Sunday, June 23, due to the heavy rainfall Sunday morning and possible CSO activity. Residents can still enjoy the sand and other recreational opportunities at City beaches Sunday, but they are closed to swimming. The beaches will reopen to …
Read More »Summer Solstice Holistic Wellness Faire to take place this weekend in Westport!
‘Wholistic Heart Studio‘ with Jennifer Mello and ‘A Balanced Life‘ by Toni with Toni Cormier are excited to host the Summer Solstice Holistic Wellness Faire on Sunday, June 23rd. This enriching event will take place from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Westport Grange, located at 931 Main Road …
Read More »The Circle Continues at Fitness in Cushman Park FREE Summer Exercise Classes in Fairhaven
“FAIRHAVEN MA- Fitness in Cushman Park returned June 18 welcoming nearly one hundred yogis of all ages in a circle of community as the event celebrated the beginning of its “Lucky 13th” year. Fitness in the Park takes place FREE TO THE PUBLIC for 10 weeks of Yoga and Exercise …
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