Board of Health

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August 29, 2024: West Nile Virus Positive Sample in Westport!

Attention Westport Residents, 2 mosquito samples are confirmed to be positive for West Nile Virus(WNV) in Westport.  This means we all need to use our Mosquito Safety Precautions such as:

  • Avoid peak mosquito hours:  Mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn, so try to schedule outdoor activities to avoid these times.
  • Wear protective clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, pants, and socks can help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
  • Use insect repellent: The CDC recommends using repellents that contain EPA-registered active ingredients like DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon-eucalyptus. Follow the product label's instructions, and don't use DEET on children under two months old or oil of lemon eucalyptus on children under three.
  • Protect your home: Make sure window and door screens are in good repair and tightly attached to prevent mosquitoes from getting inside. Remove standing water around your home. 

MOSQUITO SAFETY

  • Currently, Westport is at MODERATE RISK category for EEE. 
  • Currently, Westport is at MODERATE RISK category for WNV.
  • For more information on EEE and WNV, see the links below:

Workbook: MA DPH Arbovirus Update

Massachusetts Arbovirus Update

Mosquito Control and Spraying

Mosquito Spray Map

FACT SHEETS

  • EEE Fact Sheet-Click HERE
  • WNV Fact Sheet-Click HERE

 

 

 

South Watuppa Advisory

 

Fact Sheet for PFAS in Fresh Water Fish, Click HERE


Blood Pressure Clinics - Click HERE for off site locations


COMPOSTER SALE

The Board of Health is selling composters at 1/2 the cost plus tax.  The price of the New Age Composter, Bin-24 is $34.53, which includes the sales tax and is only available at the Transfer Station
 

In order to purchase a composter, please go to the facility located at 72 Hix Bridge Road with a check or money order made out to the Town of Westport.  This item is not available at the Board of Health Office and cannot be purchased with cash.  Please do not combine Transfer Station purchases with the purchase of a composter.


SHARPS DISPOSAL PROGRAM 

NEVER LEAVE A SHARPS CONTAINER UNATTENDED.  If there isn't anyone available to assist you, DO NOT leave your sharps container outside the Nurse's door, it could get in to the wrong hands.  Prior to bringing your syringes to the ANNEX, please call the nurse's office at 508-636-1030 to check her availability.  The nurse's schedule is Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; 8:30am - 2:30pm; Closed on Tuesdays.

Your cooperation is essential in making this program successful and reducing the potential health dangers of improperly disposing of needles.  This program is designed to protect the public health.  If you have any questions or have large amounts of needles to dispose of, please call the Board of Health Office, 508-636-1015.

 

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
John Swartz Health Agent
Linda Pierce Public Health Nurse 508-636-1030
Nancy Paquet Office Manager
Patricia Kershaw Principal Clerk
Matthew Armendo Director of Public Health 508-636-1015
Joseph C. Reis Senior Health Agent

Board Members

Name Title
Tanja Ryden

Chair

Philip M. Weinberg

Vice Chair

Donna Amaral

Secretary

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