Measles, a highly contagious viral disease, has significantly impacted communities worldwide throughout history. Understanding its past sheds light on the importance of vaccination and continued public health efforts. Early Measles […]
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County webpage provides current Cape-specific information to protect residents, pets and poultry amid nation-wide bird flu concerns January 30, 2025 (Barnstable, MA) – The Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment […]
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Did you know? Lightning can strike anyplace on Earth. In fact, there are about 6,000 lightning strikes every minute, which is more than 8 million strikes every day. You can […]
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Cape Cod Mosquito Control Project has informed County health officials of mosquitoes in our region that tested positive for West Nile Virus this week. Sampling data showed the following: Barnstable: One […]
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August 11, 2022 Affected area = Businesses and residences on the vacuum sewer on Commercial Street between Snow Street and Point Street AND Bradford Street between Conwell Street and Prince […]
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March 17, 2022 (Barnstable, MA) – While Barnstable County continues to experience an overall decline in COVID-19 case numbers as reported by the MA Department of Public Health, officials advise that […]
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