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Sep 1

BPHC Shares Guidance on Preparing for COVID-19 and Other Common Respiratory Viruses As Children…

BOSTON – September 1, 2023 – As Boston families get ready to send their children back to school, the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is reminding everyone to be aware of the increase in COVID...

Aug 31

City of Boston recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day

Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston recognize International Overdose Awareness Day by bringing attention to the opioid epidemic that continues to harm communities and devastate families. The City...

Aug 25

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Sewage Discharge

BOSTON – AUGUST 25, 2023 – The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow CSO). State regulations require local public health...

Aug 24

Boston Public Health Commission Recognizes Black Breastfeeding Week at Bolling Building Event

Improving Black breastfeeding rates can help address racial inequities in maternal and infant health

Aug 15

BPHC Shares Respiratory Virus Guidance Ahead of Back-to-School Season

BOSTON – August 15, 2023 – The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC), is encouraging everyone to prepare for the upcoming cold and flu season as students get ready to go back to school in the coming...

Aug 9

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge

The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO).

Jul 31

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge

BOSTON – JULY 30, 2023 – The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow CSO). State regulations require local public health...

Jul 28

Risk for West Nile Virus in Boston Raised to Moderate

BOSTON – Friday, July 28, 2023—The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is informing residents that the city’s risk level for West Nile Virus (WNV) was raised from low to moderate by the...

Jul 27

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge

The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow CSO). State regulations require local public health departments to provide notice...

Jul 26

Public Health Warning Related to Recent Sewage Discharge

BOSTON – JULY 26, 2023 – The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations require local public health...

Jul 24

Public Health Advisory Related to CUPKIN Stainless Steel Children’s Cups

BOSTON – Monday, July 24, 2023 – The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) has issued a public health advisory related to the danger of lead exposure from the use of 8oz and 12oz CUPKIN double-walled...

Jul 24

Boston Public Health Commission Introduces Community Health Equity Empowerment Fund

BOSTON – Monday, July 24, 2023 - The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today announced the creation of the Community Health Equity Empowerment Fund (CHEE Fund), a new initiative that will provide...

Jul 24

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge

BOSTON – JULY 22, 2023 – The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations require local public health...

Jul 20

West Nile Virus Detected in South Boston Mosquito Pool

Risk remains low, but BPHC encourages residents to take precautions

Jul 17

Public Health Warning Issued to Recent Sewage Discharge

BOSTON – JULY 17, 2023 – The following is a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations require local public health...

Jun 30

BPHC and Mayor Wu Highlight Resources Available to Residents Living with Alzheimer’s Disease and…

BOSTON – June 30, 2023 – The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) and Mayor Wu are recognizing Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month this June to draw attention to the more than 6 million Americans...

Jun 28

BPHC Reminds Residents About Dangers of Opioids After 7% Increase in Fatal Overdoses in Boston

New state data: 352 people in Boston died of opioid overdose in 2022.

Jun 12

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge in East Boston

Public is advised to avoid contact with affected water bodies for at least 48 hours

Jun 9

BPHC and Boston Pride for the People Team up to Promote LGBTQ+ Health and Wellness During Pride

New Website Makes STI Testing and MPOX Vaccination Easier and More Accessible

May 25

Boston EMS Hosts Annual Awards Banquet During National EMS Week

Boston EMS held its annual awards banquet in-person for the first time since 2019 at the Venezia Restaurant in Dorchester last evening.

May 24

Recipients of 2023 COVID-19 Community Health Equity Response Grants Announced

$1.4 million in funding was awarded across six community health centers.

May 22

Public Health Warning Related to Sewage Discharge

Public Advised to Avoid Affected Water Bodies for 48 hours

May 16

Public Health Advisory Related to Aluminum Afghan Kazan Pressure Cookers

High Lead Levels Found in Aluminum Cookers

May 12

BPHC Releases First Round of Issue-Based Health of Boston Reports

Report s Note Persistent Health Inequities and the Significant Impact of COVID-19 on Life Expectancy

May 1

BPHC Announces Scale Down of Standing COVID-19 Sites

Commission Also Provides Recommendations for Bivalent Doses

May 1

Public Health Warning Issued Related to Recent Sewage Discharge

The public is advised to avoid contact with affected water bodies for at least 48 hours after a sewage discharge or overflow, during rainstorms, and for 48 hours after rainstorms end, due to increased...

May 1

Boston Public Health Commission Convenes Local Leaders for Health Equity Conference

The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today hosted a day-long conference on health equity that brought together local elected officials, public health leaders, health care providers, researchers...

Apr 7

BPHC Highlights Importance of Public Health Infrastructure During National Public Health Week

In recognition of National Public Health Week, the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is highlighting the importance of a strong public health infrastructure to support its work and help promote...

Mar 17

Suffolk County Remains at Low COVID-19 Community Levels

BPHC Encourages COVID-19 Safety During St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

Mar 14

Public Health Warning Issued Related To Recent Sewage Discharge

BOSTON—March 14, 2023— The Boston Public Health Commission has issued a public health warning related to a recent sewage discharge, also known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO). State regulations...

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