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December 2023

Greetings from the Wellesley Health Department! In this issue...

  • Holiday Safety Tips (including pets)
  • Covid-19 Test Availability

  • Tips to Reduce Holiday Stress and more!

As always, please reach out to us with questions or suggestions for how we can better serve you by emailing us at health@wellesleyma.gov. We love to hear from you! 

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Check out our Fall Health Update! 

Click this link to read our Fall Health Update which includes information on Flu, COVID, RSV, and more.  

(Winter update coming soon!)
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Stay Safe This Holiday Season


Make sure you have a safe and enjoyable holiday season by following safety tips from the Health Department.  

Respiratory Virus season Is Here

Spending more time indoors and spending more time with each other over the Holidays offers the perfect environment for respiratory viruses like Flu and COVID-19 to spread. Click this link to learn how to protect yourself and your family from getting sick.
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Need Some Holiday Stress Relief?

It’s holiday time and life gets busy. The Wellesley Health Department wants to remind you about the importance of self-care.  

Remember to take care of your physical needs- it’s easy to get depleted. Get plenty of rest and hydrate! Eat a healthy, balanced diet to the best of your ability, try not to overindulge, and dedicate time to exercise. Try not to overbook yourself- say no if you are feeling overextended. 

Do the things that provide joy for you- take a walk, read a book, listen to your favorite music, and surround yourself with caring people. 

If you would like a supportive listening ear, call the Wellesley Health Department Senior Community Social Worker for more tips on managing stress, as well as how to find professional help when needed. Call in office hours Fridays 10:00AM-12:00PM, or call anytime during business hours.

Joyce Saret, LICSW  781-489-4354
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Important Announcement for Residents That Rely on Electric/Battery Operated Medical Devices

The Town of Wellesley is creating a list of residents who  would like to be included for priority reconnection in an emergency or power outage. 

Please complete this form to be added to the list ONLY IF you use electricity or battery dependent medical devices or have medications that require constant refrigeration.  

If you have questions or would like to provide this information by phone, please call Jhana Wallace, Community Health Coordinator, 781-489-4407.
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Join the Medical Reserve Corps ! Be prepared to help Wellesley residents in an emergency.


The Wellesley Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a group of residents with medical and non-medical skills who assist the town's health department and other responders in a local public health emergency, as well as at scheduled events.

Wellesley MRC is also part of a regional coalition of health departments in eight communities: Norfolk County - 8 (NC-8), website: norfolkcounty8.org  NC-8 supports each other and cross trains its MRC volunteers should the need arise to have a larger response to an event. NC-8 also offers trainings and exercises to its MRC volunteers.

Upcoming events for MRC members!

1/8/24-Tour the underground office of the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency! Please join us for a fascinating tour of MEMA headquarters, the hub of state government during a serious emergency or disaster. This incudes a tour of the underground facility, an explanation about the building, its history, and its purpose.

LEARN MORE!

Check out our latest  Health News and Alerts.   

Read up on the latest health news, recalls, and urgent health alerts you need to know!  Visit our website to read more: https://www.wellesleyma.gov/2046/Health-News-and-Alerts
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Health Department Calendar

  • Keep Well Clinics. The Health Department offers weekly Keep Well sessions for residents. Get your blood pressure checked and have your health questions answered. 
    • Visit this link for the schedule for October-December 2023.
    • Visit this link for the January-March 2024 Schedule

Stay Up to Date With The Health Department!


Contact us: health@wellesleyma.gov, or call 781-235-0135

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellesleyhealth

Website: https://wellesleyma.gov/193/Health

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