The September issue of Wicked Wellness is out! 🍎💪 Packed with health tips, seasonal recipes & more—check it out: loom.ly/RksAmRY #capecodgov #workingforyou #wickedwellness #healthycapecod

This is the time where we see more detections of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Cape Cod mosquitoes, increasing the risk for human infections. Remember, bite prevention is key! Learn more by visiting our website: capecod.gov/mosquitoes #capecodgov #mosquitoes #healthycapecod

Thank you to everyone who attended yesterday's Open House! Our Dept. of Health & Environment staff thoroughly enjoyed talking about our programs and services with the many engaged and inquisitive community members who came to see us. 😄 #capecodgov #workingforyou

💡 Did you know our Shared Services Division webpages has a webpage? Our site includes: 📍 Municipal info 📄 Programs & resources 🩺 Training Hub 📅 Events & outreach 📊 PHE program details Explore → loom.ly/MKdH2Cw

Check out the September addition of our Community Health Newsletter, which addresses topics related to going back to school in Barnstable County! 🔗 conta.cc/45SzJuo #capecodgov #workingforyou #healthycapecod

Coming soon! Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment is building a civil/military partnership with the Department of Defense (DoD) in the form of Innovative Readiness Training (IRT)! Learn more at loom.ly/zKi5UxM #capecodgov #irtswin

We heard your concerns about the Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) proposal and you're right; clarity matters. For more detailed information and frequently asked questions about the IRT, please visit: loom.ly/0K0YqXo #capecodgov #innovativereadinesstraining

September 22 is National Fall Awareness Day! Let’s take a stand against falls, the leading cause of injury among older adults. Today is a reminder to check your home for hazards, stay active, and support loved ones in staying safe and steady. #capecodgov #healthycapecod

Barnstable County & VNA Public Health nurses provided diabetes education & A1C testing on Sept 15 at Dennis & Sandwich Centers for Active Living, supporting community wellness with on-site care. #capecodgov #healthycapecod

🌊✂️ A big moment for Cape Cod! Barnstable County cut the ribbon last Friday on the newly expanded Clean Water Center at MASSTC in Sandwich. Learn more ➡️ loom.ly/zxWk02s

💊 It’s #CheckYourMedsDay! Review your prescriptions & OTC meds with your pharmacist to stay safe, up to date, and informed. Small step, big health impact! #MedicationSafety #PublicHealth #HealthyCapeCod

Dr. Katie O’Neill has been named a de Beaumont Foundation’s 40 Under 40 in Public Health Class of 2025 for her leadership in advancing regional collaboration across Cape Cod’s 15 towns through Barnstable County’s Shared Public Health Services initiative. loom.ly/Y2G0kw0

In need of food assistance? 🍎 Find SNAP & HIP updates, local food pantries, and ways to help at capecod.gov/foodfinder Graphics available in English, Spanish & Portuguese — please share! #BarnstableCounty #CapeCod #FoodAccess

In honor of Veterans Day, we express our deepest appreciation to all who have served! All Barnstable County Government offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. 🌟 #VeteransDay #BarnstableCounty #CapeCodGov

SNAP benefits are fully restored in Massachusetts. Most households should see funds on their normal schedule, and HIP continues to work at farmers’ markets and farm retailers. Need help or updates? mass.gov/SNAPupdates Local food resources: capecod.gov/foodfinder

💜 November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder that this “silent killer” often shows no symptoms until it’s advanced. Awareness, early recognition, and education save lives. Learn more & find resources: loom.ly/kKLIpxg #PancreaticCancerAwareness

Ever wonder how Cape Cod food trucks stay safe on the go? 🚚🍴 This season: 23 inspections across 7 towns through the Shared Services Regional Mobile Food Inspection program. Read more here: loom.ly/KL5eyNI #CapeCodGov #HealthyCapeCod #FoodSafety

💓 Week 2 of the AHA Heart Health Challenge! We walked the Marshview Trail in Sandwich to support heart-healthy habits. Ticks are still active above 40°F — do you have your tick kit ready? More info: loom.ly/x_ckpPM Prevention tips: loom.ly/3dnRu2g

Happy Thanksgiving from the Barnstable County Department of Health and Environment! 🦃 All Barnstable County offices will be closed Thurs., Nov. 27 for the holiday. We’ll reopen Friday.

Good news, Barnstable County! The risk of picking up a virus at Thanksgiving is lower than the last four years. Keep gatherings healthy: 🤧 Stay home if sick 👐 Wash hands 👶 Pass the turkey, not the baby 💨 Improve airflow 🦃 Follow food safety tips More: loom.ly/Hg7f_m8