Cambridge Public Health Department

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The official Bluesky account for the Cambridge Public Health Department. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 17

Are you or someone you care about struggling with mental health or substance use? Help is here. Call or Text 833-773-2445 to the Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line. www.masshelpline.com #Massachusetts #MentalHealthSupport

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 16

Over the past two weeks, West Nile virus (WNV) has been detected in mosquitoes in the region for the first time this year. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/west-nile-vi... @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com @theharvardcrimson.bsky.social

A Black girl is smiling for the camera as she applies bug spray to her arm. She is on a playground with her family.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 16

West Nile virus has been found in mosquitoes in the Boston area. Protect yourself from mosquito bites by wearing repellent and long-sleeves when going outside, especially at peak mosquitoes hours which is dusk and dawn. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/mosquito-bor...

West Nile Virus Alert with an image of a mosquito.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 15

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is impacting air quality in Massachusetts. Here are some wildfire smoke safety tips from the #Massachusetts Department of Public Health: - Monitor local air quality, visit airnow.gov - Move outdoor activity and strenuous exercise inside @cambridgemass.bsky.social

Track wildfires and smoke near you with AirNow

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 14

Heat advisory in place for #CambridgeMA. Stay hydrated Eat fruit and cold foods that have lots of water in them Stay inside a place with a/c like a library or mall Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing Wear a hat and sunglasses Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles

Dress for hot weather, sunscreen, hat, water bottle.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 14

Can you find the StoryWalks? A StoryWalk is a children’s book hung page by page around a park where families can read, walk, and talk together. Find the 8 StoryWalks in parks around #CambridgeMA from July 13-August 16. 📍Locations: bit.ly/SummerSW2026

Map of storywalks around Cambridge: Russell Field, Bergin Park, Kingsley Park, Glacken Field, Robert Paine Square Playground, Hurley Park, Greene-Rose Heritage Park, Dana Park

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 13

It's going to be hot the next few days, make sure to take your own hydration break! Image from @healthvermont.bsky.social.

Image that says "Have you taken a hydration break today?" With images of the US men's Soccer Team in the world cup.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 9

Donate blood to help save lives! CHA is hosting a Blood Drive on July 23, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the 3rd Floor Learning Center at CHA Cambridge Hospital. Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and enter “Hospital” to schedule an appointment. @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

CHA Cambridge Hospital Blood Drive on Thursday July 23

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 9

Looking for some gooooaaaallllss for summer? ⚽ Here are some ways to stay healthy so you can focus on the fun this summer: - Stay hydrated with water - Wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat - Make sure to always swim with a buddy - Apply bug spray (Repellent) - Do tick checks

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 8

2) To encourage residents to prepare for tropical storms and hurricanes, Governor Healey has proclaimed July 5 to July 11, as “Hurricane Preparedness Week” in Massachusetts. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/public-healt...

Hurricane Prep Week: enable emergency alerts on your phone, make an emergency kit, create a family plan, know your zone. Mass.gov/hurricanes

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 7

Picture it, #Massachusetts 2026. It's Hurricane Preparedness Week. It's a good time to prep in case of a hurricane a-comin'! - Make an emergency plan with your household - Build an emergency kit - Stay informed - Know your evacuation zone www.mass.gov/news/governo... #GoldenGirls #CambridgeMA

Image of Sophia from the Golden Girls in a yellow rain coat saying "There's a hurricane a-comin'!"

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 7

Due to the rainy weather today, Cambridge Book Bike event in Donnelly Field is canceled. The next event is Thursday July 9 at Danehy Park from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Book Bike brings free books and activities for Cambridge kids in a local park. letstalkcambridge.org/wp-content/u...

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 4

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 4

Grilling this holiday weekend? Wash your hands with soap before and after handling raw meat, poultry, and seafood. Wash work surfaces, utensils, and the grill before and after cooking. buff.ly/niKUHGw #FoodSafety #4thofJuly

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 3

Grilling this 4th of July weekend? Use a food thermometer to ensure meat is cooked hot enough to kill harmful germs. 145°F beef, pork, lamb, veal (then let rest 3 minutes before serving) 🥩 165°F poultry 🍗 145°F fish 🐟️ 160°F hamburgers 🍔 and other ground meat buff.ly/niKUHGw

When smoking, keep temperature inside the smoker at 225°F to 300°F to keep meat at a safe temperature while it cooks.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 3

With this extreme heat, remember the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. buff.ly/m5sJdrI

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 3

Stay cool in the heat with these tips: 💧 Stay hydrated 🍓 Eat fruit and cold foods that have lots of water in them 👕🩳 Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing 👒😎 Wear a hat and sunglasses 👵🐶 Check up on relatives, neighbors, and pets 🚫 🏃 Limit strenuous outdoor activities buff.ly/PalNkbI

Image that says Stay safe in the Heat with a list of tips like pet: watch out for hot pavement and provide plenty of water

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 3

Check on your pets frequently to ensure they are safe during this extreme heat. NEVER leave your pets in the car! Give them lots of water. Be mindful the sidewalk is hot for paws. #BeatTheHeat #Pets

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 2

Ways to stay hydrated from the @americanheart.bsky.social. Remember if you’re thirsty, you’re already mildly dehydrated. Drinking water is the best way to hydrate. But water-rich veggies and fruits can help.

Drinking water is the best way to hydrate. But water-rich veggies and fruits can help.

Food provides about 19% of the water we need each day. Examples include cucumber, watermelon, tomatoes, honeydew, celery.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 2

It's hot outside. Remember to drink water and stay hydrated. Seek a/c or shade if outside. buff.ly/PalNkbI

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jul 1

With extreme heat in the forecast, stay cool with these important tips: Stay hydrated Stay inside a place with a/c Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing Wear a hat and sunglasses Do not leave young children and pets in unattended cars buff.ly/PalNkbI

Stay cool during extreme heat waves. includes tips like wearing sunscreen, Eat fruit and cold foods that have lots of water in them, take cold showers.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 30

Celebrate the 4th of July safely: Fireworks are illegal in Massachusetts for private residents. Leave them to the professionals! Fireworks can cause injuries/burns, fires, frighten young kids and pets, and adversely impact people affected by gun violence. buff.ly/0txOCbv

Celebrate safely this July 4th

-Never allow young children near fireworks

-Alcohol and drugs and fireworks don't mix

- Keep pets indoors, away from fireworks

-Travel safely, never drive impaired, wear a seatbelt, and be mindful of pedestrians.

Image from the Merrimack Police Department.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 29

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat watch in effect from the morning of July 1 to the evening of July 3 with dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 111 possible. Stay cool Cambridge! www.mass.gov/extreme-heat @cambridgepolice.bsky.social @csindie.bsky.social

Map showing heat watch over most of New England. Potential impact is heat related illness.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 25

We don’t know if Team Scotland fans will come back to the Boston area for another match. But we do know washing your hands will help prevent the spread of germs and illness. Wash hands at least for 20 seconds. Enough time to sing a Scottish Soccer chant. No germs, No problem! #WorldCup #TartanArmy

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 24

Great graphic from @skincancerorg.bsky.social on ways to protect your skin! Sun protection isn't just sunscreen, it's wearing a hat and sunglasses. And remember to reapply your sunscreen!

May be a graphic of text that says 'Better ways to think about sunscreen. Instead of saying... Sunscreen is only for beach days.; try saying... daily sun protection matters every day. Instead of saying...A higher SPF means I don't need to reapply.' try saying...I should set timer on my phone so remember to reapply every 2 hours. Instead of saying....Sunscreen is all need to protect my skin from the sun.' try saying...I should combine sunscreen with hats, sunglasses and shade. Instead of saying... only need sunscreen if burn easily.' try saying...Everyone needs sunscreen, no matter their skin tone.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 24

Public Health Updates as of today: - With summer here, we want to remind everyone about the importance of water and swim safety. - It's Lightning Safety Awareness Week. Remember to be safe. “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!” www.cambridgepublichealth.org/public-healt...

A young Black girl learning to swim with her instructor in the pool.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 23

Learn more important swim safety tips on our website: www.cambridgepublichealth.org/swim-safely-...

Black mom and her two children in a pool. The son and daughter are both in life jackets.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 23

Some swim safety tips: 🏊 - Take swim lessons. - Swim with a buddy. - Supervise children in and around water at all times. - Small children and anyone who is a weak swimmer or cannot swim should wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/swim-safely-...

A young Black girl is holding on to a kick board with her swim instructor guiding her. There are two young kids in the pool with them.

A young Asian girl in the pool with a life jacket on. She's giving two thumbs up.

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 22

It's Lightning Safety Awareness Week, a way to bring attention to the dangers of lightning. ⚡ If you can hear thunder, you are likely within striking distance of the storm. Just remember, “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!” ⛈⚡ 🏠 @cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgeps.bsky.social

Yellow sign that says "When thunder roars, go indoors!"

Cambridge Public Health Department@cambpublichealth· Jun 22

We hope you had a great Father's Day!