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Boston Public Health Commission

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Boston Public Health Commission

@HealthyBoston

Official account of the Boston Public Health Commission. Committed to building a healthy Boston. Follow for news and information.

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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
Jan 22, 2025
Looking for public health information in Boston? We got you covered! We're the oldest health department in the U.S. with 40+ programs & services. Follow us for health news, guidance & information. Find all our social media accounts: boston.gov/bphc. #PublicHealth #Boston
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
Jun 10
Wastewater data for June 8 is now available: • Citywide COVID-19 level: Very Low • Citywide flu level: Not Detected • Citywide RSV level: Not Detected Find data about your neighborhood, reports, and more at boston.gov/wastewater.
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Boston Wastewater Monitoring
Wastewater monitoring is a new public health tool to warn communities about the presence of viruses like flu, COVID-19,
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
Jun 4
Black men deserve to live long and well. But data show stark disparities preventing this reality. Our Black Men's Health Activation Summit brought together partners from across Boston to discuss how we can advance health equity for all.
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Black Men's Health Activation Summit
Mayor Michelle Wu, the City of Boston, and Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) convened community leaders, public health experts, and advocates for the Black Men’s Health Activation Summit on...
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
Jun 1
Wastewater data for June 1 is now available: • Citywide COVID-19 level: Very Low • Citywide flu level: Not Detected • Citywide RSV level: Not Detected Find data about your neighborhood, reports, and more at boston.gov/wastewater.
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Boston Wastewater Monitoring
Wastewater monitoring is a new public health tool to warn communities about the presence of viruses like flu, COVID-19,
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Boston EMS
@BOSTON_EMS
May 29
With the heaviest of hearts, we bid a final farewell today to our Superintendent-in-Chief John Gill.
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
May 29
Wastewater data for May 29 is now available: • Citywide COVID-19 level: Very Low • Citywide flu level: Not Detected • Citywide RSV level: Low Find data about your neighborhood, reports, and more at boston.gov/wastewater.
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Boston Wastewater Monitoring
Wastewater monitoring is a new public health tool to warn communities about the presence of viruses like flu, COVID-19,
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
May 28
We are monitoring an uptick in mpox cases in Boston. There is no widespread public health threat at this time, but at-risk residents are encouraged to protect themselves and others by getting vaccinated.
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Residents Encouraged to Receive mpox Vaccinations in Light of Uptick in Cases Nationally and in...
Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) and partners at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health are monitoring an uptick in mpox cases in Boston and are encouraging at-risk individuals to get...
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
May 26
Wastewater data for May 26 is now available: • Citywide COVID-19 level: Very Low • Citywide flu level: Not Detected • Citywide RSV level: Low Find data about your neighborhood, reports, and more at boston.gov/wastewater.
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Boston Wastewater Monitoring
Wastewater monitoring is a new public health tool to warn communities about the presence of viruses like flu, COVID-19,
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
May 22
Wastewater data for May 21 is now available: • Citywide COVID-19 level: Very Low • Citywide flu level: Low • Citywide RSV level: Low Find data about your neighborhood, reports, and more at boston.gov/wastewater.
boston.gov
Boston Wastewater Monitoring
Wastewater monitoring is a new public health tool to warn communities about the presence of viruses like flu, COVID-19,
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Boston Public Health Commission reposted
Boston EMS
@BOSTON_EMS
May 21
Thinking about a career in EMS? The Boston EMS Cadet Program is a great place to start. As a Cadet, you’ll get paid while building real-world skills, receiving top-notch training, and working toward your EMT certification. Apply today: tinyurl.com/BostonEMSCadet
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
May 20
CSO Alert: There was a combined sewer overflow in East Boston, impacting the Upper Inner Harbor on May 19. Please avoid contact with the affected bodies of water until Friday, May 22, at 9 a.m.
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Public Health Warning Issued Related To Recent Sewage Discharge
The following is a public health warning related to recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations require local public health departments to provide notice...
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
May 20
It’s a hot one today and we all have a role to play in caring for our communities. Please check-in on your loved ones and neighbors. We have safety tips and cooling resources on boston.gov/heat. Stay cool and stay safe, everyone.
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Boston Public Health Commission
@HealthyBoston
May 19
Wastewater data for May 18 is now available: • Citywide COVID-19 level: Very Low • Citywide flu level: Low • Citywide RSV level: Low Find data about your neighborhood, reports, and more at boston.gov/wastewater.
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Boston Wastewater Monitoring
Wastewater monitoring is a new public health tool to warn communities about the presence of viruses like flu, COVID-19,
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