The Department of Health and Environment was established in 1926 to provide regional efficiencies throughout the 15 towns of Barnstable County, while supporting the autonomy of local boards of health. The Department provides a diversity of services that promote public health and environmental protection, from emergency planning, to monitoring of water, land, and air, to disease prevention, inspectional services, COVID-19 pandemic response, and even the practical application of providing loans for septic system repair and replacement. The physical and mental well-being of Barnstable County’s residents, alongside protection of our sensitive ecosystems, are our top priorities.
Check out the fall edition of #BarnstableCounty‘s Community Health Newsletter at https://loom.ly/bJSqMzA. Read about important public health issues impacting Cape Codders as we head into the winter months such as mental health, […]
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November 30, 2022 | A cold front associated with a strong low-pressure system is approaching from the Southwest, bringing strong winds and rain to our region. Update as of 11/30/22 […]
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In early November, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MADPH) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued a joint letter warning families of an early uptick in the incidence […]
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If you have insurance, use it! Individuals and families WITH insurance are strongly encouraged to access free test kits through their insurance provider. In many cases, commercial insurance companies will […]
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October 11, 2022 (Barnstable, MA) | Following the devastation caused by Hurricane Ian on Florida’s coast, the Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee (BCREPC) has partnered with the American Red […]
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Planning for an emergency can feel like a daunting process, especially when it’s hard to imagine a situation severe enough to warrant the effort. Below is a list of simple […]
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