Town Of Dedham: A Message From The Board Of Health - October 15, 2021

Press release from the Town of Dedham:

10/15/2021 9:08 AM

The Board reports that as of Thursday, October 14th, there have been 2,758 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Town. This is an increase of 31 cases from last week’s update. Currently, there are 36 active confirmed cases. 

Public Flu Clinic: Saturday, October 16th 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Dedham Middle School

There will be a public flu clinic for residents on Saturday, October 16th from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Dedham Middle School (70 Whiting Ave). Online pre-registration is required. Please register online here. The clinic is open to residents 5 years and older, with or without insurance. Masks are required for individuals 2 years and older, unless medically exempt.

COVID-19 Vaccine

The Board encourages anyone who is eligible and unvaccinated to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Anyone 12 years and older is eligible for the vaccine. The vaccine is safe, free, and effective. Getting vaccinated will help Dedham get back to normal.  Click here or contact your local pharmacy or healthcare provider for information about getting the vaccine. 

Chickens in Dedham

The Board would like to remind residents that anyone keeping chickens in Dedham must receive a permit. A Domestic Animals Permit Application must be submitted to the Health Department for review. The application process includes the submission of chicken coop plans, coop set-back requirements, abutter notifications, and more.  Please be aware, roosters are not allowed in Dedham. Please contact the Health Department at (781) 751-9220 to learn more.

Board of Health Permits

The Board of Health issues the following permits to residents and businesses. If you are interested in applying for one of these permits, or you would like to learn more, please visit the Health Department’s website or call the Health Department at (781) 751-9220.

• Food establishments (restaurants, one-day food events, catering, farmers markets, and retail stores)
• Pools (public and semi-public)
• Tobacco retailers
• Recreational camps for children
• Dumpsters
• Waste haulers and septic system installers
• Title 5 septic systems
• Tanning facilities
• Wells
• Domestic animals (including chickens)
• Cryogenic chamber therapy establishments
• Saunas & steam rooms

Stay safe and be kind!

Respectfully submitted by the Board of Health,
Leanne Jasset, Chairman
Mary Ellard, Vice-Chairman
Noreen Guilfoyle, Member

The Board reports that as of Thursday, October 14th, there have been 2,758 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Town. This is an increase of 31 cases from last week’s update. Currently, there are 36 active confirmed cases. 

Public Flu Clinic: Saturday, October 16th 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Dedham Middle School

There will be a public flu clinic for residents on Saturday, October 16th from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the Dedham Middle School (70 Whiting Ave). Online pre-registration is required. Please register online here. The clinic is open to residents 5 years and older, with or without insurance. Masks are required for individuals 2 years and older, unless medically exempt.

COVID-19 Vaccine

The Board encourages anyone who is eligible and unvaccinated to get the COVID-19 vaccine. Anyone 12 years and older is eligible for the vaccine. The vaccine is safe, free, and effective. Getting vaccinated will help Dedham get back to normal.  Click here or contact your local pharmacy or healthcare provider for information about getting the vaccine. 

Chickens in Dedham

The Board would like to remind residents that anyone keeping chickens in Dedham must receive a permit. A Domestic Animals Permit Application must be submitted to the Health Department for review. The application process includes the submission of chicken coop plans, coop set-back requirements, abutter notifications, and more.  Please be aware, roosters are not allowed in Dedham. Please contact the Health Department at (781) 751-9220 to learn more.

Board of Health Permits

The Board of Health issues the following permits to residents and businesses. If you are interested in applying for one of these permits, or you would like to learn more, please visit the Health Department’s website or call the Health Department at (781) 751-9220.

• Food establishments (restaurants, one-day food events, catering, farmers markets, and retail stores)
• Pools (public and semi-public)
• Tobacco retailers
• Recreational camps for children
• Dumpsters
• Waste haulers and septic system installers
• Title 5 septic systems
• Tanning facilities
• Wells
• Domestic animals (including chickens)
• Cryogenic chamber therapy establishments
• Saunas & steam rooms

Stay safe and be kind!

Respectfully submitted by the Board of Health,
Leanne Jasset, Chairman
Mary Ellard, Vice-Chairman
Noreen Guilfoyle, Member

This press release was produced by the Town of Dedham. The views expressed here are the author’s own.