Waltham COVID-19 Info
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Current Policies & Advisories in Waltham
On 05/19/2022, the Waltham Board of Health issued a citywide mask advisory due to a surge in positive COVID-19 cases and rising coronavirus levels in regional wastewater. It is strongly recommended that all residents wear masks when indoors and around others, that all eligible residents stay up-to-date on vaccines and boosters, avoid crowded spaces when possible and get tested for COVID-19 when exhibiting symptoms.
Private businesses reserve the right to set their own requirements. Per the State of MA, mask requirements will remain in certain Locations such as on public transportation (including MBTA, commuter rail, buses, ferries, airplanes, rideshares and taxis), healthcare facilities, and more. See the full outline/requirements here.
Vaccination Information
As of now, everyone age 6 months and older who lives, works, or studies in MA is now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine! The COVID-19 Vaccine is free and one of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from getting sick from COVID-19.
- Search for vaccination locations
- Vaccination for people ages 6 months to 4 years old
- Vaccination for people ages 5-11
- Vaccination for people ages 12-17
- Vaccinations for Homebound Individuals - Contact the In-Home Vaccination Central Intake Line at (833) 983-0485.
- Vaccinations for Moderately or Severely Immunocompromised Individuals
- Learn more about the vaccine
- Booster Shot Information
Access your Massachusetts digital vaccine card - “My Vax Records” provides a new option to access vaccine history and a QR Code to verify COVID-19 vaccination.
Please continue to follow health and safety guidelines until you are Up-To-Date with your vaccine and make sure to continue to seek testing and take precautions if you have symptoms.
COVID-19 Testing
Testing is available to all MA residents - Testing is not restricted to residents of the cities where sites are located.
- Find a COVID-19 Testing Site
- More info on testing
- Purchase iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test kits - As of January 15th, 2022, Insurance will cover the cost of at-home COVID Tests. More
- Order free at-home COVID-19 test kits from the government
Data Dashboard
Total Confirmed Cases
14,939* | Total Confirmed Cases (Last 14 Days+)
185* | Change in Case Count (Last 14 Days+)
Lower |
Total Tests Performed
753,847* | Total Tests Performed (Last 14 Days+)
4,118* | Total Positive Tests (Last 14 Days+)
213* |
Percent Positivity
5.17% | Change in Percent Positivity (Last 14 Days+)
Lower | Waltham Incidence Rate per 100,000 Residents (Last 14 Days+)
19.9* |
*Data reported from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health +Last 14 Days = 06/05/22 to 06/18/22 | ||
CDC COVID-19 Community Level for Middlesex County is LOW
1. People may choose to wear a mask at any time
2. Get tested if you have symptoms
3. Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccinations
5. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask | ||
*For additional data on COVID-19 in MA, please see here
| Total Deaths CY 2020 | Total Deaths CY 2021 | Total Deaths YTD 2022 |
96* |
29* |
26* |
*Data reported from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health [includes confirmed & probable cases] CY = Calendar Year (Jan 1 to Dec 31) YTD = Year-to-Date (Jan 1 to June 23, 2022) | ||
Total Fully Vaccinated Residents
48,989*+ | Fully Vaccinated Residents per Capita
74%* |
Total Residents with at least one dose
56,048*+ | Residents with at least one dose per capita
84%* |
Total Residents with Booster Doses
28,853*+ | Residents with a booster dose per capita
43%* |
*Data reported from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health +Population Total 2019 Census = 66,447 | |
*For additional data on COVID-19 vaccinations in MA, please see here
- See Waltham Public Schools COVID-19 Dashboard
- See here for Brandeis University COVID-19 Dashboard & here for Bentley University COVID-19 Dashboard
Current News / Announcements
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- 6/18/22: Following FDA authorization, the CDC recommends that all children 6 months through 5 years of age should receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Approved vaccines include the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months to 4 years and the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 months to 5 years.
- 5/24/22: The CDC issues guidance about Rebound COVID-19 after treatment with Paxlovid.
- 5/20/22: The FDA and CDC approved an initial booster dose for individuals 5-11 years of age. This booster dose should be administered at least 5 months after the second primary series dose, for a total of 3 doses.
- 5/05/22: The FDA limited the authorized use of the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) COVID-19 vaccine to individuals 18 years of age and older for whom other authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccines are not accessible or clinically appropriate, and to individuals 18 years of age and older who elect to receive the Janssen vaccine because they would otherwise not rceive a COVID-19 vaccine.
- 3/31/22: Second booster doses have been approved by the FDA and CDC for individuals 50+, individuals 12+ with certain medical conditions and individuals 18+ who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine
- 1/10/22: Governor Baker announces new tool, “My Vax Records”, which provides a new option to access vaccine history and a QR Code to verify COVID-19 vaccination. See more on how to Access your Massachusetts digital vaccine card.
Resources
- CDC Quaratine and Isolation Calculator
- COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Guidance - Please review if you have tested positive (isolate) or If you were exposed to someone with COVID-19 (quarantine)
- Free telehealth for COVID-19 treatment with Paxlovid
- In-home COVID-19 Treatment Program
- Massachusetts COVID-19 Treatment Locator
- Gothams Self-Referral Line, 508-213-1380: Gothams hosts several state-sponsored sites that administer monoclonal antibody infusions and dispense COVID-19 oral antiviral pills. You can self-refer and a Gothams healthcare professional can help determine iif you are eligible for COVID-19 treatment.
- Find free N95 Masks
- CDC Travel Requirements
- COVID-19 Resource List for those in need
- MassSupport - free anonymous & confidential emotional support service for all MA residents
- Resources & activities for children & families / See PSA from Waltham Health & Recreation Dept.
- Waltham social media accounts
- COVID-19 Funeral Assistance - The FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance program allows for funeral assistance for any COVID-19 related death after January 20, 2020. The program will assist with expenses up to $9,000 per funeral, up to a maximum of $35,000 if applicants are applying for assistance related to more than one death.
Text "COVIDMA" to 888-777 to receive COVID-19 text message alerts straight to your phone and stay up to date with the latest news + updates from the Commonwealth. If your questions cannot be answered from the information on these websites please call the State of Massachusetts Info Line @ 211 (Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Mass 211 responds field calls and directs callers to services most appropriate for their needs. Toll-free number: 1-877-211-MASS (6277); Hearing impaired: 508-370-4890 TTY)