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Category: HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT

Emergency Alert Test Scheduled for Wednesday, October 4 at 2:20PM

According to a press release issued by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System will take place on October 4, 2023 at 2:20 […]

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September 28th is World Rabies Day

“While rabies is a 100% preventable disease, nearly 60,000 people die from the disease around the world each year. World Rabies Day is an opportunity to reflect on our efforts to control […]

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Resources for FREE COVID-19 Home Tests on Cape Cod

Updated 11/16/2023 As of September 25, 2023, every household in the U.S. can now order FREE at-home COVID-19 tests Step 1: Head to COVIDTests.gov to order. Step 2: Fill out […]

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Barnstable County Public Health Nursing Division Launches “Wicked Wellness”

Our Public Health Nursing team is excited to introduce Wicked Wellness, a monthly flyer inspired by relevant health awareness themes! Each edition discusses an important health topic, with helpful exercise tips […]

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Protect yourself and your home from Mosquitoes!

IMPORTANT! Six mosquitoes in the town of Provincetown tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) on September 14th. The species of mosquito, Culiseta melanura, is a bird biting mosquito that […]

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Hurricane Lee: Situational Report #003 – Final Report

Published on: September 16, 2023 Date of Release: Saturday, September 16, 2023 Time of release: 1:00 PM Incident or Event Overview Situation The BCREPC held its final storm coordination meeting […]

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Hurricane Lee: Situational Report #002

Date of Release: Friday, September 15, 2023 Time of release: 12:30 PM Incident or Event Overview Situation The BCREPC held a storm coordination meeting Friday, September 15th at 10:00 AM […]

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Hurricane Lee: Situational Report #001

Date of Release: September 14, 2023 Time of release: 5:00 PM Incident or Event Overview Situation The BCREPC held a storm coordination meeting Thursday, September 14th at 1:00 PM to […]

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9/13/23 Afternoon Update: Hurricane Lee

This afternoon, the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) hosted a daily statewide coordination call with local officials regarding the storm track and potential impacts of Hurricane Lee. Forecasted conditions were […]

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