Tewksbury Health Department

07/24/2025

🦟 EEE Detected in Massachusetts
DPH has confirmed the first mosquito sample with Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) this season, found in Belchertown. While no human or animal cases have been reported yet in 2025, this is a reminder to take precautions against mosquito bites.

✅ Use EPA-approved repellent
🕓 Avoid dusk-to-dawn outdoor activity
👕 Wear long sleeves and pants
🏠 Drain standing water & repair screens
🐴 Protect animals with vet-recommended care and vaccines

State public health officials announce season’s first EEE-positive mosquito sample; residents urged to use bug spray when outdoors: ow.ly/ROf050Wuebb

07/23/2025

🚨 988 vs. 911 — What’s the Difference? 🧠❤️

07/21/2025

The Town of Tewksbury has been notified that there has been a release of untreated or partially treated wastewater at the Lowell Wastewater Treatment Facility. As mandated by 314 CMR 16.09, the public is advised of the following:

Location: Lowell Wastewater Treatment Facility
Receiving Waters: Merrimack River
Date: July 20, 2025 at 7:10 PM to July 21, 2025 at 12:30 AM

The Commonwealth recommends that the public avoid contact with the Merrimack River for at least 48 hours after a sewerage discharge or overflow due to increased health risks from bacteria or other pollutants associated with urban storm water runoff and discharges of untreated and partially treated wastewater.

07/07/2025

REMINDER: Conservation Commission Hosts ‘Pull Party’ to Help Combat Invasives at Long Pond on Saturday, July 12 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Long Pond, access at the Whipple Road parking area.

The goal of this session is to support the long-term maintenance of Long Pond through the manual removal of water chestnut. This is part of the Town’s overall management plan which includes water monitoring, testing, and treatment.

Participants must bring their own kayaks, paddles, and life vests. Buckets will be provided for water chestnut collection and disposal.
This event is open to the public.

Registration is encouraged but not required. You may register by clicking on the following link or copy and paste it into your browser: www.tewksbury-ma.gov/pullparty

06/26/2025

Need help fast? You're not alone. 🧠💙
Behavioral Health Urgent Care Centers are helping people get immediate support for mental health and substance use crises.

📍 Find out what they offer, how they work, and why they matter.
https://www.masshelpline.com/Urgent/

06/23/2025

☀️🔥Hot temps are here! Cool off at the Tewksbury Public Library!🧊
📚The library is cool (literally & figuratively 😎).

Hot weather is on the way! The library is a free and cool place (in many ways!) to hang out and beat the heat. Comfortable seating is available throughout the library, activities are on the calendar for all ages, and a free water station is available on the first floor.

Learn more about upcoming events, and register where necessary, at https://www.tewksburypl.org/home/pages/calendar/.

Looking for more of an adventure but still want to stay cool during the heat wave? Grab a museum pass at https://www.tewksburypl.org/home/pages/museum-passes.

06/10/2025

🌞 Summer's here and we're ready to celebrate! 🌼
The Tewksbury Health Department can’t wait to kick off the season with YOU! 🎉 ☀️🌳💃

Let's kick off the start of summer at Livingston Park ONE WEEK from today from 1pm to 3pm! There will be free fun for kids, teens, and families including ice cream, crafts, face painting, balloons, games, and summer reading sign ups! Celebrate the last day of school in style - we'll see you there 😎

The Friends of the Tewksbury Public Library Town of Tewksbury Tewksbury Police Department - MA Tewksbury Public Schools Tewksbury Health Department Wamesit Lanes Atamian Honda

05/06/2025

Ge**er Snacks Recall

Recalled Product: Ge**er Snacks for Baby Soothe 'N' Chew Teething Sticks

*Ge**er Snacks for Baby Soothe ‘N’ Chew Teething Sticks, Strawberry Apple, Net Wt 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04618 7, all lot codes
*Ge**er Snacks for Baby Soothe ‘N’ Chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 3.2 Oz (90g), with UPC 0 15000 04608 8, all lot codes
*Ge**er Snacks for Baby Soothe ‘N’ Chew Teething Sticks, Banana, Net Wt 1.58 Oz (45g), with UPC 0 15000 01015 7, all lot codes

For more information : https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/recall-reminder-gerber-products-company-previously-recalled-and-discontinued-all-batches-gerberr

Completed forms should be emailed to fpp.dph@mass.gov. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Division of Food Protection Staff at 978-471-2944.

05/01/2025

Excited to announce our summer program for high school students! Our Public Health Experience ~Outbreak!~ has been reimagined as a one-day power packed immersion into the world of public health.

Register for this free event, held on-site at the Public Health Museum in Tewksbury, MA! Even if you can't attend, we'll be offering additional virtual programs in the fall for students to enjoy - so sign up today!
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04/11/2025

🌟 Thank You for Making Our Health Fair a Success! 🌟

A big thank you to all the residents and vendors who joined us for our Health Fair! 💚

We appreciate everyone who came out to connect with local resources, ask questions, and take steps toward better health. Special thanks to our vendors for sharing their time and expertise — we couldn’t have done it without you!

👉 Here are just a few of our amazing vendors who helped make the day a success!

04/09/2025

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎉
Come join us at the Tewksbury Senior Center Health Fair from 1–4 PM!

💚 Free health screenings
💬 Community resources
🎁 Giveaways & raffles
👋 Meet local wellness experts

We can’t wait to see you there! 💪✨

04/07/2025

🌟 It’s Public Health Week! 🌟
Join the Tewksbury Health Department as we celebrate the vital role public health plays in our community!

🩺💪 Let's kick things off together at our Tewksbury Senior Center Health Fair!

📅 This Wednesday
📍 Tewksbury Senior Center
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Stop by to explore local resources, meet community partners, enjoy free health screenings, giveaways, and more. Public health touches every part of our lives — come see how! 💚