Cambridge Public Health Department

12/05/2025

Governor Maura Healey Healey and MA Department of Public Health Commissioner Dr. Goldstein are denouncing today’s vote by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) to abandon the longstanding recommendation that newborns receive the hepatitis B vaccine at birth.

"Turning away from a proven, lifesaving intervention puts infants at unnecessary risk and undermines the very foundation of evidence-based public health," writes the Commissioner. "Despite this misguided decision, the hepatitis B birth dose will remain available in Massachusetts, and the Department of Public Health continues to strongly recommend that every newborn receive a dose just after birth.”

The statement reads that "Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver and can lead to serious long-term health problems, including chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. Because the virus can be passed from an infected mother to the baby during birth, newborns are at particular risk of developing lifelong infection."

https://www.mass.gov/news/governor-healey-denounces-acip-vote-on-hep-b-vaccine-this-is-about-the-health-and-safety-of-our-children

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12/04/2025

It's cold outside! 🥶 Here are some important reminders to stay warm and safe:
- Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight clothing will keep you warmer than one bulky layer.
- Let the cold water drip from the faucet to help prevent frozen pipes.
- NEVER heat a home by using the stovetop or oven.
- Keep anything that can burn at least three feet from all heat sources including fireplaces, wood stoves, radiators, portable heaters, or candles.
- Bring pets inside when cold.
- Wipe dog’s paws after each trip outside. Ice-melting chemicals or rock salt can cause irritation, sickness, or be fatal.



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12/03/2025

The Winter Warming Center is now open. It's a safe drop-in center where unsheltered adults can spend the night. The Winter Warming Center is located at 437 Green St. (the back entrance of the Cambridge Senior Center).

The Winter Warming Center is funded by the City of Cambridge (Official) and staffed by Bay Cove Human Services.

https://www.cambridgema.gov/Services/winterwarmingcenter?fbclid=IwY2xjawOdTtdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVbWZPVzFBOE9OQTFZa3Jpc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHv2xADj7IBqvIL_QmiDc91nE6Sj7JFnYiOQ6CHlTdxRpNYEiZgWPWbxciShZ_aem_cHFA5LxktXEmrPShPFjNHw

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📢 The Winter Warming Center is opening its doors TONIGHT. A warm, safe haven away from winter's harsh reality for our unsheltered adults. Located in the Cambridge Senior Center's basement, it promises shelter through April 30.

❄️🔥 Help spread the word to those in need of shelter this winter. https://camb.ma/3Fhxoxa

12/02/2025

We will be handing out free Narcan, test strips, CPR face shields, and other harm reduction materials at the Central Square Branch of the Cambridge Public Library on Tuesday, Dec. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m.

https://www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/narcan-distribution-event-7/

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12/01/2025

December 1 marks World AIDS Day. The day is an important reminder to remain committed to preventing new HIV infections and providing essential services to all people living with HIV in the US and around the world.

11/29/2025

Winter ❄️ will be here before you know it. Make sure your car is stocked with an emergency kit. 🚗 🧰 Some items to include:
Jumper cables
Snow shovel and scraper
Windshield scraper and brush
Extra windshield washer fluid and antifreeze
Flashlights and extra batteries
Flares or reflectors
Blankets or sleeping bags
Water and snacks
Basic first aid kit

Learn more: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/prepare-your-vehicle-for-winter-driving

MassDOT

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 from the Cambridge Public Health Department!

11/25/2025

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, we will be closed November 27-28.

Please note that other City of Cambridge (Official) offices as well as libraries and senior centers will be closed.

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

https://www.cambridgema.gov/news/2025/11/cityofcambridgethanksgivingdayholidayclosuresandserviceinformation

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, City of Cambridge offices, libraries, and senior centers will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27-28. The Cambridge Fire Department has also issued a reminder about fire safety during the holiday.

11/24/2025

On November 20, 2025 the Massachusetts Public Health Commissioner Robbie Goldstein, MD, PhD rebuked the misleading information and false claims about vaccines that were recently posted on the CDC’s website. “Vaccines do not cause autism, and there is no link between childhood vaccines and autism,” Goldstein writes. “This has been proven repeatedly through decades of rigorous, high-quality research involving millions of children worldwide. The evidence is clear, consistent, and overwhelming…vaccines are one of the most effective and life-saving interventions in the history of medicine and public health.”

https://www.cambridgepublichealth.org/public-health-commissioner-condemns-new-misinformation-on-cdc-website/

11/24/2025

Some important ways to keep everyone healthy this Thanksgiving!

11/23/2025

Here are some important turkey food safety tips for Thanksgiving. 🦃 Spread cheer 🎉this holiday and not food poisoning! 🤢

11/21/2025

Here's our Medical Director Linda Shipton M.D. talking about the importance of vaccines. Thanks Cambridge Health Alliance for filming this important message!