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December 2020 Holiday Guidance 

12/15/2020 Department of Public Health

Massachusetts residents are advised to limit the risk of exposure to COVID-19 during holiday activities by following these steps to stop the spread of COVID-19 and prevent deaths.

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Halloween During COVID-19 

10/07/2020 Department of Public Health

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State Officials Announce Plans to Conduct Aerial Spraying for Mosquitoes in Sections of Southeastern Massachusetts 

8/08/2020 Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources

Spraying is expected to begin on Monday, August 10, and continue over several evenings.

Press Release

AG Healey, Baker-Polito Administration Reach Agreement With Holtec Over Sale of Pilgrim Nuclear Power Plant 

6/17/2020 Office of the Attorney General

Agreement Addresses Environmental, Public Safety and Financial Concerns

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State Health Officials Announce Launch of 2-1-1 to Provide COVID-19 Information and Referrals 24/7 

3/13/2020 Department of Public Health

Two private national labs approved to conduct testing in Massachusetts; State receives initial shipments of personal protective equipment from Strategic National Stockpile; Guidance issued to elementary and secondary schools

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Clinical Advisory on Vaping Associated Lung Injury Reporting 

9/11/2019 Bureau of Infectious Disease and Laboratory Sciences

Press Release

Residents Encouraged to Prepare During Emergency Preparedness Month 

9/03/2019 Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency

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Public Health Officials Urge Massachusetts Residents to Get Vaccinated Against Measles Now 

4/30/2019 Department of Public Health

Large national and international outbreaks prompt recommendation

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Commissioner Bharel Delivers FY20 Budget Testimony 

3/11/2019 Department of Public Health