Western Hampden County Public Health District
Cyclospora On July 16, 2026 the FDA announced an investigation into a 5-state outbreak of Cyclospora illnesses linked to certain shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations in IN, KY, MI, OH, and WV. See our outbreak advisory for more information.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is impacting air quality in Massachusetts. This creates hazy conditions and raises fine-particle pollution levels in some areas. Poor air quality can have significant adverse effects on sensitive groups. This includes children, older...
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak with Unknown Source CDC, along with state and federal partners, are working together to investigate several outbreaks of cyclosporiasis. Investigations to identify and confirm the sources of the outbreaks are ongoing. CDC Website
A walk is not just good for your body, it’s good for your soul. Physical activity, like walking, is one of the best ways to reduce stress and boost mood. But recent reports show that walking rates are declining steadily in the US. Since our beginnings, the American...
With so many residents seeking help to review their Medicare coverage options, SHINE appointments are filling quickly—and we want to make sure everyone still has access to reliable information and support. To help meet this growing demand, the state SHINE team...
COVID Update: “Based on increased COVID-19 activity we have experienced around this time in past years, we expect COVID-19 activity to increase again in the coming weeks,” says Gabe Alvarado, a CDC public affairs specialist in the Office of Communications. “There are...
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