Barnstable Co Health

Official Twitter Account for the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment.

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Know your numbers ❤️ Free Cholesterol Basics: CardioCheck Screening with Barnstable County Public Health Nurses

📅 Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 2–3:30 PM 📍 Brewster Ladies Library Simple finger stick — no fasting required
Registration required: call 508-896-3913

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Nor’easter Update 🌧️💨
Strong winds peak overnight into Sunday morning. A Flood Watch is in effect through 2 AM Tuesday, with heavy rain and localized flooding possible. Coastal impacts continue through Sunday evening.
Stay weather-aware, Cape Cod.
#CapeCod #NorEaster

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🌧️ Nor’easter Update: Strongest impacts expected today to early Sunday.
High Wind Warning: gusts 45–60 mph possible Coastal flooding/beach erosion possible
Heavy rain/localized flooding
Outages remain relatively low so far, but we’re not through it yet. https://t.co/hPYzQgIIII

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Could your household manage for several days w/o power, H20, or easy access to stores?
Build your emergency kit. Water, food, medications, flashlights, batteries & chargers are a great start.
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#ReadyMA

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💉 Flu & COVID Vaccine Clinic

📅 Oct. 19 | 9 AM–1 PM
📍 Mary Pat Flynn Conference Room
👥 Open to the public & County employees, ages 12+
Flu, high-dose flu & COVID vaccines available. Preregistration required.
https://t.co/mOH4695YbZ

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🦟 Additional West Nile virus-positive mosquito samples have been detected on Cape Cod, including in Falmouth and Eastham. Continue taking precautions. Learn more at https://t.co/j62uHJvQiV

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Free & open to all! 🏠 The Buried in Treasures workshop offers practical support for compulsive acquiring, saving & hoarding.

📅 Starts Sept. 3 in South Dennis
☎️ 508-385-5067

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Air Quality Alert: MassDEP has issued an Air Quality Alert for Barnstable County through midnight Thursday due to fine particulate pollution from Canadian wildfire smoke. Sensitive groups should limit prolonged outdoor activity. Check current conditions: https://t.co/UFNPPBajs6

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🌀 It's Hurricane Preparedness Week! Cape Cod, let's be ready. Make a plan, build a kit, know your evacuation zone, and stay informed. Visit https://t.co/AJ1onLVTeF and follow Barnstable County, your town, and trusted media sources for updates. #CapeCod

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Barnstable County Health & Environment is monitoring reports of Andes virus activity connected to a cruise-related investigation occurring outside Massachusetts. There are no confirmed local cases, and the public health risk remains very low.
https://t.co/57hyPOLsAX
#Hantavirus

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This #NationalPublicHealthWeek, we celebrate our Public Health Nursing Division — serving all 15 towns of Cape Cod. In FY25, our team administered 1,400+ flu vaccines & reached thousands through clinics & screenings. Thank you to our nurses! 🩺 Learn more: https://t.co/vDCdY4r1iJ

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Tick testing discounts are back for all 15 Cape Cod towns! Thanks to Barnstable County & the American Rescue Plan Act, get tested through TickReport starting at $30. Limited time — funds are limited.
🔗 https://t.co/JeXsNuehXN

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💙 In light of the tragic Eastham event this past weekend, we want to remind residents to exercise extreme caution on ice. Our hearts are with neighbors & we thank first responders. Keep children & pets close. Stay off ice. Learn more: https://t.co/8criQ0nETm

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❄️ Storm cleanup isn't over yet! Clear vents to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, stay away from downed wires, take breaks while shoveling, dig out hydrants, and check on neighbors. These simple steps keep everyone safe. Call 9-1-1 for emergencies, 2-1-1 for help. @MassEMA

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❄️ Cape Cod just got hit with significant snow—and more winter weather may be on the way. Are you prepared?

From safe shoveling tips to emergency car kits, our latest blog covers how to stay safe this winter. Don’t wait—read now: https://t.co/AMeHyj18Le

#CapeCod #WinterSafety

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❄️ Shoveling snow = intense cardio & can trigger a heart attack, especially if 45+, have high Blood Pressure, heart disease, smoke, or other conditions. Warm up, push small loads, take breaks, dress in layers. Know CPR & call 911 if symptoms occur. Warm-up from Luke Brohm, PT

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Barnstable County offices will be closed on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. As Cape Cod’s regional government, we pause to reflect on the role public service plays in strengthening our communities.
#MLKDay
#MartinLutherKingJrDay

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Check out the January Edition of Barnstable County Department of Health & Environment's Community Health Newsletter!
🔗 https://t.co/XIoyMa9EkI

#capecodgov #healthycapecod

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January is National Cervical Health Awareness Month 💙 Regular Pap tests & HPV screening can detect changes early. Prioritize your cervical health, stay up to date on screenings, and talk with your healthcare provider.
Learn more here: https://t.co/ArLmSBBM50

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📢 Flu & Respiratory Illness Update: Flu activity in MA is very high with rising hospitalizations. The dominant strain is influenza A (H3N2). While not a perfect match, the flu vaccine still protects against severe illness.
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