Join us on June 27 for our Innovation Lab! www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/innov... @cambridgeday.com @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgemass.bsky.social @theharvardcrimson.bsky.social

Looking to help make a difference in the health of Cambridge residents? Join us for the Innovation Lab on June 27. At the event, you’ll be working side-by-side with others to test fresh ideas and build tools that promote true health equity. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/innov...

The Cambridge Public Health Department will be handing out free Narcan, test strips, CPR face shields, and other harm reduction materials at the Central Square Branch of the Cambridge Public Library. 🧑‍⚕️😷 Learn more: https://camb.ma/4v3YkHM

It's important to know how to stay safe in and around water. Drowning is swift and silent—there may be little splashing or cries for help. Learn more about water and swim safety: 🏊 www.mass.gov/info-details... @cambridgemass.bsky.social @cambridgepolice.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social

Happening this Friday. Join us! www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/adult... @cambridgemass.bsky.social @cambridgepolice.bsky.social

Not sure where to get rid of old or unused needles, syringes, or lancets (sharps)? We along with the @cambridgemass.bsky.social have got you covered with multiple locations of sharps drop boxes throughout #CambridgeMA. See the full list: www.cambridgepublichealth.org/how-to-dispo...

We're pleased to announce the 2026 recipients of the Health Promotion Mini-Grants Program. See the list here: www.cambridgepublichealth.org/2026-health-... @cambridgemass.bsky.social @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

Hoops 'N' Health is on Saturday, June 13 at Hoyt Field. 🏀 Join us for games and activities for the whole family, including live music, and community resources. (rain/heat date: June 20) www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/hoops... @cambridgemass.bsky.social @cambridgepolice.bsky.social

Register for an adult-focused Mental Health First Aid Training on June 12. Get skills to recognize when someone is facing mental health or substance use challenges and be their source of support. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/adult... @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgemass.bsky.social

Join our Youth Mental Health First Aid Training on June 8. The training gives you skills to recognize when someone is facing mental health or substance use challenges & be their first source of support. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/youth... @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

Applications for housing at 4 Mellen Street are now open! To learn more about how to apply for Homeowners Rehab Inc.'s 29 newly constructed affordable units at 4 Mellen Street, attend an upcoming information session or check out HRI's project website. 🏠🔑 Learn more: https://camb.ma/4fUp6hf

☀️ Long summer days call for smart snacks! 🍎 Keep kids fueled for play with healthy, tasty options like fresh fruit, veggies, and frozen yogurt pops. 🎥 Watch below for easy, kid-approved snack ideas perfect for summer adventures. #HealthyKids #SmartSnacks #HealthyHabits

Join our Youth Mental Health First Aid Training on June 8. The training gives you skills to recognize when someone is facing mental health or substance use challenges & be their first source of support. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/youth... @universalhub.com @cambridgemass.bsky.social

Are you worried about overdoses? Join us on June 2 from 3-4 p.m. for our free Virtual Overdose Prevention and Response Training. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/virtu... We along with @cityofsomerville.bsky.social offer these trainings monthly. @cambridgemass.bsky.social

June is Pride Month. 🌈 At Cambridge Public Health Department, we strive to improve the quality of health and well-being for ALL who live, learn, work, and play in Cambridge. Now more than ever it's important to protect the rights, well-being, safety, and health of those in the LGBTQIA+ community.

Tick season is off to a busy start! Last month, we hosted a Tick Hunt and Educational Session with Dr. Sam Telford from Tufts to educate residents about tick bite prevention. Learn more about tick bite prevention: www.cambridgepublichealth.org/tick-borne-d... @cambridgemass.bsky.social

Our next Narcan Distribution Event is Tuesday, June 9 from 1-3 p.m. We'll be handing out free Narcan, test strips, CPR face shields, and other harm reduction materials at the Central Square Branch of the Cambridge Public Library. buff.ly/j7nEBuX @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

Here are the public health updates for May 28, 2026: 1) With hot summer weather here, 🌡️ it’s a good time to visit the @cambridgemass.bsky.social Extreme Heat page. The City also wants residents to take the Cambridge Extreme Heat Survey to help plan for heat: www.cambridgema.gov/sustainable/...

Have you visited the Youth Headspace site? Youth Headspace is an alternative resource that is curated by youth for youth. They aim to destigmatize conversations around mental health through a campaign that is welcoming, fun, and approachable. cycheadspace.org #MentalHealthMonth #CambridgeMA

Join us on Saturday, June 13 at Hoyt Field for Hoops 'N' Health! 🏀 www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/hoops... @cambridgeday.com @csindie.bsky.social #CambridgeMA

June is almost here and that means it's time for Hoops 'N' Health! 🏀 It's on Saturday, June 13 at Hoyt Field! (heat/rain date: June 20) The basketball tournament: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Family Health Fair: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/hoops... @cambridgemass.bsky.social

We're excited to announce that we had two posters at the Cambridge Health Alliance Academic Poster Session, presented by our staff Susan Greenberg and Alex Capossela! Congrats to you both!

Tick bite season is off to a busy start. The CDC is reporting high numbers of ER visits for tick bites in New England. While you can be bitten by a tick any time of the year, many people get them in the warmer months when they are outdoors more. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/prevent-tick...

Today is Memorial Day. We remember and honor our fallen service members. In observance of the holiday, our office is closed. Please note that today starting at 10:30 a.m., there is a Memorial Day Ceremony at Cambridge Common.

Did you know that some medications can increase the risk of heat-related illness? Medications can increase sensitivity to the heat or the sun, reduce thirst, impair sweating, and cause other effects that put people more at risk as the temperature rises. buff.ly/6EnYoL5 #HotWeather #CambridgeMA

The FDA is advising restaurants and food retailers not to serve or sell and consumers not to eat La Serranita-brand concha negra (black shell) fresh frozen shell meat from Ecuador because it may be contaminated with hepatitis A virus (HAV). www.cambridgepublichealth.org/safety-alert...

See all the events the @cambridgemass.bsky.social is doing in honor of Memorial Day. www.cambridgema.gov/news/2026/05... @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com #CambridgeMA

It may not be as hot today as it was earlier this week, but sun protection every day is still important! #Don'tFryDay

Sunburns not only increase your risk of skin cancer but also increase your risk of heat-related illness and dehydration. On #DontFryDay, learn how to protect your skin by finding shade and wearing protective clothing. Learn more: bit.ly/3Vhzzcc #HeatSafety #NIHHIS

Are you planning to spend an extended amount of time in the sun soon? Remember, friends don’t let friends get a sunburn. Here’s your safe summer checklist: ✔️ sunscreen ✔️ sunglasses ✔️ hat ✔️ protective clothing ✔️ shade #DontFryDay!

Never leave infants, children or pets in an unattended parked car. Temperatures inside a car can rise quickly. Always make sure everyone is out of the car before locking the door & walking away. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Extreme%20Heat%20Pages/Children-and-Heat-Related-Illness.aspx

There's a recall on Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup because it may contained shrimp. People who have allergies to Crustacean Shellfish run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/recall-of-wh... #recall

As summer arrives and outdoor recreation becomes more common, know what to do to stay cool! 💧Hydrate, 👕wear light clothing and ☀️don't skip the sunscreen. If you start feeling dizzy, don't "tough it out"—seek medical help immediately. For more heat safety tips visit weather.gov/heat.

Did you know that some medications can increase the risk of heat-related illness? Medications can increase sensitivity to the heat or the sun, reduce thirst, impair sweating, and cause other effects that put people more at risk as the temperature rises. buff.ly/6EnYoL5 #HotWeather #CambridgeMA

Dads are often forgotten in conversations about parental mental health. Studies have shown that 1 in 10 fathers experience depression and anxiety during pregnancy or the year following pregnancy. Learn more mmhla.org #MentalHealthMonth #Fathers

It's hot today in #CambridgeMA Stay cool: 💧 Stay hydrated 🧴 Wear sunscreen 🌳 Seek shade 👒😎 Wear a hat and sunglasses 👕🩳 Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing 👵🐶 Check up on relatives, neighbors, and pets @cambridgemass.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgeps.bsky.social

The City is excited to welcome the return of waterplay season! Waterplay features at many neighborhood parks and playgrounds are now open for the summer and offer a fun, free way for kids to cool off and stay active. 🌊☀️ Find a waterplay location near you: https://camb.ma/4dC7nsn

It's the first really hot day of the year - in spring no less! So here's a helpful refresher on beating the heat and staying healthy. www.mass.gov/info-details... #Massachusetts @cambridgemass.bsky.social @universalhub.com @cambridgemafire.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

Tick bite season is off to a busy start. The CDC is reporting high numbers of ER visits for tick bites in New England. While you can be bitten by a tick any time of the year, many people get them in the warmer months when they are outdoors more. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/prevent-tick...

There's a heat advisory for #CambridgeMA and much of #Massachusetts tomorrow. Protect kids and pets by not leaving them in cars. Call 911 if you see either in a hot car. @universalhub.com @cambridgemass.bsky.social @cambridgepolice.bsky.social

Heat advisory for Tuesday and Wednesday in #CambridgeMA Stay cool: 💧 Stay hydrated 🌳 Seek shade 👒😎 Wear a hat and sunglasses 👕🩳 Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing 👵🐶 Check up on relatives, neighbors, and pets @cambridgemass.bsky.social @cambridgemafire.bsky.social

Save the Date: Hoops ‘N’ Health is on June 13 at Hoyt Field. The heat/rain date is June 20. The basketball tournament is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Family Health Fair is from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. buff.ly/e1ZPxjp @cambridgemass.bsky.social @cambridgepolice.bsky.social @cambridgeps.bsky.social

Save the Date: Hoops ‘N’ Health is on June 13 at Hoyt Field. The heat/rain date is June 20. The basketball tournament is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Family Health Fair is from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. www.cambridgepublichealth.org/events/hoops... @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

This mental health month, remember to fuel your body AND your mind. Nutrition experts recommend adding fruits, veggies, legumes, and whole grains to your plate whenever possible to sustain your brain. #MHM2026 #mentalhealthmonth #Nutrition

Worried about your child's mental health? One resource is the Community Behavior Health Center. Walk-in urgent care for behavioral health and substance use needs. 24/7 phone line staffed by mental health professionals 833-222-2030. buff.ly/7px9BRv

Please join us tomorrow. No one has to grieve alone. Join your neighbors to heal together and process the shooting on Memorial Drive. @cambridgemass.bsky.social @universalhub.com @cambridgepolice.bsky.social @mit.edu @harvard.edu #CambridgeMA

Join Mayor Siddiqui, Rep. Decker, and our staff for a Community Drop-In to process the recent shooting on Memorial Drive. It's tomorrow (5/15) from 4-6 p.m. at Riverside Pizza and Seafood at 305 River St. in #CambridgeMA. @csindie.bsky.social @theharvardcrimson.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

Adaptive Water Safety Event this Sunday, May 17! This free event is open to children ages 4 - 18 who have Autism, ADHD, and other special needs. Children and their parent or guardian will learn life-saving water skills. www.cambridgema.gov/citycalendar... @csindie.bsky.social @cambridgeday.com

On 5/8, Jen Baily, our Manager for the Agenda for Children Literacy Initiative, was a recipient of the 2026 Outstanding City Employee Award. The @cambridgemass.bsky.social program recognizes employees for their superior performance, positive attitude, hard work, and dedication to public service.

Been looking at a screen too long? Prolonged screen times can lead to eye strain, dry eyes, and headaches. Take breaks! Use the 20-20-20 rule to help your eyes: 🖥️ After using a screen for 20 minutes 📏 Look at an object 20 feet away 🕓 For 20 seconds Info and graphic from the @who.int