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Posted on: September 28, 2023

Take the Community Health Equity Survey

Community Health Equity Survey

The Hingham Health Department encourages residents to participate in the Community Health Equity Survey.  

The survey, part of the town’s  Public Health Excellence Shared Services Grant Program, is being conducted by the Massach...

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Posted on: September 26, 2023

Hingham’s West Nile Virus Risk Level is now Moderate

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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has determined Hingham’s Risk Level for West Nile Virus (WNV) is Moderate.  According to the DPH, this risk level means infection with WNV is likely or has already occurred.

Prevent WNV infection...

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Posted on: September 6, 2023

Wellness Wednesday - September 2023 Edition

Wellness Wednesday September 2023

The first Wednesday of the month is Wellness Wednesday in Hingham, when we share low and no cost resources for residents. 

This month's flyer focuses on Suicide Prevention Month, Health Department Flu Shot Clinics, Mom2Mom, a new Hingham support g...

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Posted on: March 22, 2023

Support Group Resources

Support Group Resources News

The Hingham Health Department offers a listing of support group resources

Hope Floats: This group is for anyone who is experiencing the loss of a loved one to suicide. This is a peer-led support group. Registration is required. Contact Denise Brack or Liz ...

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Posted on: February 17, 2023

Revision to Regulations Governing Residential Swimming Pools

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Effective February 16, 2023 the Board of Health unanimously voted to change the definition of a Swimming Pool in the Regulations Governing Residential Swimming Pools.  The board voted to add or depth of two feet or more. The new definition will b...

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