Health Department News & Announcements

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Due to an increase in rodent sightings, all trash MUST be placed in watertight barrels with tight fitting lids and no holes, or property owners are subject to fines.

Trash cannot be left at the curb for pick-up in plastic bags where it is easily accessible. 

CDC Recommends Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine for Individuals Ages 12 through 17 Years

The CDC announced their recommendation of the Novavax COVID-... more ››

MDPH Updates COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Guidelines

On August 15th, 2022, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) updated its COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine guidance as a... more ››

FDA Authorizes Emergency Use of the Monkeypox JYNNEOS Vaccine

On August 9th, 2022, the FDA issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for the JYNNEOS monkeypox vaccine. This allows healthcare... more ››

Monkeypox Declared a Public Health Emergency in the U.S.

On August 4th, 2022, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra declared monkeypox a public health emergency... more ››

Limited Supply of Monkeypox Vaccine Now Available in Massachusetts

A limited supply of the JYNNEOS vaccine... more ››

CDC Director Adopts Preference for Specific Flu Vaccines for Seniors

On June 30th, 2022, CDC Director Rochelle P.

Infant Formula Resources and Guidance

The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has provided information for... more ››

9,502 smokers live in Waltham

A Community Fact Sheet About Waltham Smokers is Available: 

In Waltham you must be 21 to purchase tobacco. - 2015 Tobacco Control Regulation Amendment

Tobacco Regulation for the City of Waltham