Lexington, Massachusetts
Lexington, Massachusetts
Lexington, Massachusetts
Lexington, Massachusetts

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Current News:

West Nile Virus has been found in mosquitoes collected from Lexington.

Catchbasins have been treated
to reduce mosquito populations
. Follow simple steps to avoid mosquito bites:
-> Avoid outdoor activities during the hours from dusk to dawn, which are peak biting times for many mosquitoes. 
-> Although it may be difficult to do when it's hot, wear long-sleeves, long pants and socks when outdoors to help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
-> Apply Insect Repellent when you go outdoors.

Health Division

8/26/10 important information for food establishments
   draft planning guide - Food Service Plan During Emergencies

Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday

General Information Line:  781-862-0500 x200

FAX:  781-861-2780

Directory:

Health Director Gerard Cody x 237

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Health Agent Kathy Fox x 249

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Public Health Nurse David Neylon x 281

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Health Clerk Ann Belliveau x 200 email
 Dial 211 for MA health/human services information & referral.  hotline logo links to 211 website
>>>August 26, 2010: West Nile Virus has been found in mosquitos collected from Lexington.  For more information, visit the Massachusetts Department of Public Health website or call the MDPH Public Health Information Line at 1-866-MASS-WNV (1-866-627-7968)  Fact sheet on WNV is available from the Lexington Health Division.

Description of Services:

The Health Division works with the Board of Health (the appointed decision- making body) to:

  • Assess the health needs of the town; 
  • Develop initiatives to protect the public health;
  • Monitor communicable and infectious disease;
  • Provide annual flu vaccine clinics;
  • Respond to general nuisance complaints;
  • Respond to housing complaints;
  • Inspect summer camps for children
  • Monitor mosquito control programs;
  • Inspect semi-public swimming pools;
  • Monitor the "Old Reservoir" swimming beach;
  • Inspect food establishments;
  • Staff the household hazardous and medical waste collection programs;
  • Manage a Medical Reserve Corps; and
  • Participate in Emergency Preparedness Planning with other agencies in town. 

 

 

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