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 July 1: Health Officials Announce Two More H1N1-Related Deaths in Massachusetts
Boston – Two more deaths in Boston have been linked to H1N1 influenza (swine flu), bringing the total number of H1N1-related deaths to four in Massachusetts, the Boston Public Health Commission and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced today.
“Sadly, we have learned that two more Boston residents hav... [ more ]
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 Fireworks Safety
Boston - Erin Christiansen, director of the Boston Public Health Commission's Injury Prevention Program, joined
State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) at a press conference Wednesday, July 1, to raise awareness of the dangers of fireworks.
They recommended a few facts and tips to ensure your Independence Day festivities are safe.
Fireworks Are Illegal Except for Licensed ProfessionalsThe possession and use of all fireworks by private citizens... [ more ]
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2009 06-29 Health Officials Announce Second H1N1-Related Death in Massachusetts
Boston – An 84-year-old man from Boston is the second death linked to H1N1 influenza (swine flu) in Massachusetts, the Boston Public Health Commission and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced today.
“It is with great sadness that we have learned today of the death of a Boston resident from illness associated with H1N1. We extend our deepest sympathy to this person’s family and friends,’’ said Barbara Ferrer, executive director of the Boston Public Health Commission. “Whi... [ more ]
2009 06-26 Public Health Commission Announces Video Contest Winners
Two Mattapan teenagers have been selected as the winners of the Get Reel: Check Yourself video contest, sponsored by Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the Boston Public Health Commission to raise awareness among youths about the dangers of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Heidi Hillary Little, 16, and Anastasia Tatiana Walker, 15, will receive a cash prize of $750 and their video, “Avoid STIs: Use Protection,” will be reshot by a production company and aired next month as a public servic... [ more ]
Prevent WNV
As Boston dries out this weekend from days of rainfall, the Boston Public Health Commission is encouraging residents to empty flower pots, garbage cans, and any standing water to prevent the spread of mosquito-borne illness. In Boston, West Nile Virus (WNV), a type of mosquito-borne illness, usually appears every summer. Although human cases are rare, they can happen. But, residents can take steps to protect themselves. In addition to emptying standing water, residents should wear mosquito rep... [ more ]
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