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WNV risk levels now elevated to moderate in most of the state
WNV risk levels high in 11 communities
Massachusetts pediatricians and public health officials urge families to follow AAP-recommended immunization schedule
WNV risk levels high in 7 communities, moderate in 206 others
More than 20,000 purple flags honor Massachusetts residents lost to overdose
Funding for 31 communities and organizations will expand access to healthy food, housing, behavioral health resources and supports for older adults
State restricts the sale of kratom products that can have opioid-like effects; expands public education and treatment outreach
WNV risk levels elevated to high in seven communities
WNV risk levels elevated to moderate in 70 additional communities
Residents urged to use bug spray when outdoors
New statewide role will strengthen efforts to protect residents, support communities, and prepare Massachusetts from extreme heat
State will restrict sale of kratom, a largely unregulated substance with opioid-like effects, and expand public education and treatment outreach
Third survey will inform and prioritize future public health action using timely data
State coordinating across agencies to stop wastewater discharge, protect public health and reopen beaches and shellfish areas as quickly as possible
