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The Peabody Department of Health and Human Services promotes the health and well-being of residents of (and visitors to) Peabody, Massachusetts.

The Peabody Department of Health and Human Services promotes the health and well-being of residents of (and visitors to) Peabody through the provision of school health services, public immunization clinics, communicable disease follow-up, health education, and the permitting and inspection of facilities such as food establishments, swimming pools, tanning salons, and housing.

10/19/2026

2027 Health Connector Open Enrollment runs October 23rd to January 23rd! Take action now to update your information, send proof, and review mail from the Health Connector to make sure you are ready. Learn more at MAhealthconnector.org

Need help? Our MassHealth Certified Application Counselors (CACs) are available. Request an appointment at tinyurl.com/MassHealthNSPHC

10/05/2026

Every year, around 3,500 babies in the United States die suddenly and unexpectedly while they're sleeping. Most of these tragic deaths are due to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or accidental deaths from suffocation or strangulation. Learn how to create a safe sleep environment for your baby at //healthychildren.org/safesleep

En Estados Unidos, todos los años mueren alrededor de 3,500 bebés de forma repentina e inesperada, generalmente mientras duermen. Generalmente esto se debe al síndrome de muerte súbita del lactante (SMSL) o a muertes accidentales por asfixia o estrangulación. Aprende cómo crear un entorno de sueño seguro para tu bebé en //healthychildren.org/safesleep

10/04/2026

Beautiful day for one of our favorite events - the International Festival! Our inspectors Randy and Matt are out checking all the food vendors. Don’t worry, we’ll save some food for you! So many great options here today!

09/28/2026

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is here. Call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline 24/7. #988 ***dePreventionMonth

09/16/2026

Beautiful Senior Picnic at Brooksby Farm today! Grateful to meet so many of our residents who came out to get their flu shots, and appreciative of our regional public health colleagues from Salem, Danvers, Beverly, and Marblehead who came out to lend a hand!

09/08/2026

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09/03/2026

Welcome back to all Peabody students! Before the students walked through the doors, Peabody’s school nursing team has undergone hands-on training with two pediatric manikins borrowed from the Massachusetts School Nurse Consultation Program. We look forward to a healthy and successful school year!

08/28/2026

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is advising consumers and retailers about a voluntary recall of select Outshine Fruit Bars because they may contain glass. The recalled products were distributed to retailers nationwide and may have been sold in Massachusetts.

Action steps for consumers

• Check your freezer for recalled Outshine Fruit Bars
• Review the UPC, batch code, and best-before date printed on the bottom of the package
• Do not eat products included in the recall
• Throw away recalled products (listed above) or return them to where they were purchased
• Contact a health care provider immediately if you are concerned about a possible injury
• Check the FDA recall announcement for the most current product information, batch codes, best-before dates, and product photographs

Consumers with questions about the recall may contact Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Customer Service at 800-392-4885, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time.

08/27/2026

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has raised the risk level for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Peabody to MODERATE. This is as a result of the identification of WNV-infected mosquitoes in nearby communities. WNV-infected mosquitoes have not been identified in Peabody at this time, but we encourage all residents to protect themselves from being bitten by mosquitoes until the first hard frost.

For more information on WNV in Massachusetts please visit https://www.mass.gov/info-details/west-nile-virus-wnv

08/04/2026

A heat wave is expected in Massachusetts over the next seven days.

Extreme heat can be dangerous and even life-threatening if precautions are not taken. During prolonged periods of very hot weather, the body must work harder to stay cool, increasing the risk of heat-related illness.

Did you know?

• Signs of heat-related illness include feeling dizzy, dehydration, headaches, muscle cramps, difficulty focusing, increased irritability and more.

• Heat-related illnesses range from mild to life-threatening and can worsen common conditions affecting the heart, lungs, mind, and kidneys.

• While anyone can be affected, older adults, young children, pregnant individuals, workers exposed to excessive heat, and people with chronic medical conditions are especially vulnerable.

Taking preventive steps—like staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous activity, and seeking cooler environments—can help protect you during periods of extreme heat.

Be a "heat helper" by:
• Learning the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness
• Checking on neighbors, older adults, people living alone, and anyone without air conditioning
• Helping friends and family get to a cooler space
• Encouraging people to drink water regularly, even if they don’t feel thirsty

For more information, visit https://www.mass.gov/extreme-heat.

Address

24 Lowell Street
Peabody, MA
01960

Telephone

+19785385926

Website

http://www.peabody-ma.gov/health.html

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