Department of Public Health alerts public to rare Vibrio vulnificus bacteria in coastal waters
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Measles Information and Prevention
Although measles was declared eliminated in the United States in 2000, cases have resurged in recent years due to declining vaccination rates. Recent outbreaks have been linked to travel-related cases that reached at-risk populations (populations with unvaccinated or under-vaccinated individuals)...Click to Continue to Barnstable County for Further Information and Prevention
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Public Health Advisory: Bird Flu in MA & on Cape Cod
Although highly pathogenic avian influenza, or H5N1 (commonly known as the bird flu), has been an animal and human health concern for years, recent developments have heightened media attention and public awareness.
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State Officials Suspect HPAI Outbreak Impacting Geese and Other Wildlife
State environmental and health officials are informing the public that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), which very rarely infects humans, is suspected to be the cause of over 60 deceased Canada geese, swans, and other birds in Plymouth.
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Acute Respiratory Illness on the Cape & Islands
If you’ve navigated to this page, you’re likely wondering how to understand the current climate of respiratory disease transmission in our communities here on Cape Cod.
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Document Submission
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Child Immunization clinics
The Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod is offering regular Child Immunization clinics supported by the Town of Dennis Health Department. We are able to provide the following vaccines: Hepatitis B, Dtap and Tdap, Meningococcal, Polio, MMR, and Varicella. If your child is in need of one of these vaccines, please call to schedule your appointment today (508) 957-7423