Board of Health notified of two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Bellingham

So that we may protect the health and safety of our community, we strongly URGE ALL  residents to adopt the following  measures:  Follow the “Stay at Home” advisory issued by Governor Baker on Monday; Practice social distancing by avoiding groups of ten or more people and keeping a distance of six feet from others; Avoid close contact with people who are sick; Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands; Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds or longer, and use a hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol if soap and water are not available;  Cover coughs and sneezes, throw tissues away and wash your hands immediately afterward; And clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

More information on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and Frequently Asked Questions and Answers are available on the town’s webpage www.bellinghamma.org  This page also includes information on support services for residents and businesses and volunteer and donation opportunities, and it will be updated daily.  If you have questions that can’t be answered with online, please contact the Health Department at 508-657-2860.

The health and safety of residents and the community are the top priority of all town officials.  By working together and supporting each other we will meet this challenge.