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

-Tick and Mosquito Prevention Tips

-Latest Recalls

-Water Safety...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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FREE MENTAL HEALTH  FIRST AID TRAINING

The Wellesley Health Department is offering Mental Health First Aid training free of charge  on Tuesday, July 16th from 10am-3:00pm. This course gives people the tools to identify, understand and respond to someone who might be struggling with a mental health or substance use challenge — and connect them with appropriate support and resources when necessary.  One in five Americans has a mental illness, and unlike physical conditions, symptoms of mental health and substance use problems can be difficult to detect. Friends and family members may find it hard to know when and how to step in. As a result, those in need of mental health services often do not receive care until it is too late.

Just as CPR helps those without clinical training assist an individual having a heart attack, Mental Health First Aid prepares participants to interact with a person experiencing a mental health crisis. To learn more about Mental Health First Aid USA, visit MHFA.org.

REGISTER HERE!

New EPA Air Quality Mobile App

EPA's AirNow mobile app provides an easy-to-use system for quickly checking current and future air quality information for planning daily activities and protecting your health. The app automatically displays the current AQI (air quality index) for your local area or any area you wish to check. Get the app wherever you access apps on your phone or desktop computer. 

Get Ready for Summer!

It's not too early to start thinking about summer safety.  Visit our website to learn how you can be prepared NOW to safely enjoy Summer with your friends and family.

New CDC Guidelines For COVID and Other Respiratory Viruses

Each year, respiratory viruses are responsible for millions of illnesses and thousands of hospitalizations and deaths in the United States. In addition to the virus that causes COVID-19, there are many other types of respiratory viruses, including flu and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The good news is there are actions you can take to help protect yourself and others from health risks caused by respiratory viruses. Current MA guidelines remain in place although the Massachusetts Department of Public Health has indicated plans to adopt the new CDC guidelines soon.  Visit our website to see the new CDC guidelines and learn more.

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