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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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BOSTON- State environmental and health officials are informing the public that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), which very rarely infects humans, is…

Tuesday, June 14, 2022
BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration continues to increase the availability of free COVID-19 tests and this week will begin distributing over 2 million rapid tests for municipalities to provide…

Tuesday, June 14, 2022
BOSTON (June 10, 2022) — Today, the Department of Public Health (DPH) released updated guidance regarding the use of masks and face coverings in the Commonwealth. Recognizing that Massachusetts is a…

Tuesday, June 14, 2022
FRAMINGHAM – June 1 marks the start of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which extends through November 30.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) seasonal outlook predicts…

Tuesday, May 24, 2022
$500 payments will be delivered to approximately 330,000 individuals in Round 2
BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration today announced its plan for a second round of $500 payments to low-income…

Tuesday, May 10, 2022
APRIL 29, 2022 • PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS
Each May we raise awareness about the importance of mental health and its impact on the well-being of all Americans, including children, adults, families, and…

Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Residents can be evaluated directly without contacting their health care provider
BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration, in collaboration with Color Health, today launched a new free telehealth…

Tuesday, May 3, 2022
LEICESTER – On Saturday, April 23, 2022, the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) hosted a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Rodeo with speakers, workshops, demonstrations, and…

Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Federal Disaster Assistance for January Storm
Municipalities, State Agencies, and Private Non-profits in
Impacted Counties to Receive Aid
FRAMINGHAM – At the request of Governor Charlie Baker for…

Tuesday, April 19, 2022
BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration today announced additional distribution of free at-home COVID-19 test kits to expand access for residents across the Commonwealth. The Executive Office of…