Brockton News: Health & Environment

Free COVID-19 Test Kits Available

As COVID-19 diagnoses are on the rise, we need to remain diligent with testing to avoid spreading the virus. You may get four free at-home test kits at www.covid.gov/tests. You may also get free test kits at Brockton City Hall 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday. Call 508-580-7123 for more information.Read More

Community Health Survey

The Brockton Board of Health would like to know what you think are important health concerns, so they request that you take the Community Health Survey. This survey is anonymous. Your answers will not be linked to you.Read More

Free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 tests

https://www.covid.gov/tests Get free at-⁠home COVID-⁠19 tests this winter. Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-⁠19 tests. Need help placing an order for your at-⁠home tests? Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).Read More

Keep Warm, Keep Safe

Chief Brian Nardelli and State Fire Marshal Ostroskey Urge Residents to Keep Warm, Keep Safe this Winter Keep Warm Keep Safe Press Release Keep Warm Keep Safe SlideshowRead More

Guidance for COVID-19 Update 09-15-22

The purpose of this memorandum is to provide updated protocols and to be a reference for City of Brockton employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. These guidelines are intended to help ensure the health and safety of both the public and City employees. Guidelines for the COVID-19 Pandemic Masks are required to be worn inside of…Read More

Monkeypox Information

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West Nile Virus in Brockton

Early on Wednesday and Thursday morning, September 7th and 8th, between 2 AM and 6 Am (weather permitting), Plymouth County Mosquito Control will conduct truck-based spraying in the Campello section of Brockton. No special precautions are necessary during or after the spray. Plymouth County Mosquito Control ProjectRead More

COVID-19 Testing Registration

Book your appointment here: https://curative.com/sites/35794 Here is the schedule for testing: 5 days per week Tuesdays through Saturdays Tuesdays-Thursdays-Saturdays: 8:30 AM through 12:30 PM Wednesdays & Fridays: 1:00 through 5:00 PMRead More

West Nile Virus Information

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has announced for this season the "First West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquito Sample." in a Town near us. Through bites, this mosquito can infect humans with the virus that causes Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), which can be a serious illness. Therefore, Mayor Sullivan and the Board of Health are urging…Read More

Updated COVID-19 Memorandum

The purpose of this memorandum is to provide updated protocols and to be a reference for City of Brockton employees and residents regarding COVID-19. These guidelines are intended to help ensure the health and safety of both the public and City employees. Guidelines for the COVID-19 Pandemic Masks are recommended to be worn inside of…Read More