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Category: HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Guidance for Grocery Stores

Notice to Grocery and Retail Food Stores: Thank you for continuing to offer our towns and greater community access to food and essential products during this national crisis.  Please know […]

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Is Hydroxychloroquine a Suitable Treatment for COVID-19? Not Yet, According to CDC.

In recent news from various media outlets, it has been reported that certain drug therapies have shown effectiveness in treating patients suffering from COVID-19. One of the more publicized of […]

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Barnstable County Awarded $200,000 in Emergency Funds in Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Sonja Sheasley, Communications Manager|  Email:  Sonja.sheasley@capecod.gov Barnstable County Awarded $200,000 in Emergency Funds in Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic BARNSTABLE COUNTY, MA | April 6, 2020– The Baker-Polito Administration has […]

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Medical Reserve Corps Seeks Donation of Masks and Face Shields

The Cape Cod Medical Reserve Corps is asking the public for help. A statement from the corps, which is serving the Barnstable County Incident Command COVID-19 response, is encouraging the […]

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