Board of Health News Corner – November 18, 2022

DEDHAM –Below please find COVID-19 information as of November 17, 2022. More statistics can be found on www.mass.gov.

Thanksgiving Safety Tips

Thanksgiving is just around the corner! To help you enjoy a safe Thanksgiving, remember these precautions to protect the health of your family and your friends.

Stay home if you feel sick.

Wash your hands, and cover coughs and sneezes.

Get tested if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19.

If eligible, get a flu vaccine and a COVID-19 booster.

Use a food thermometer to make sure foods are cooked to a temperature hot enough to kill germs.

Germs that can make you sick grow quickly when food is in the “Danger Zone,” between 41°F and 135°F.

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of cooking. Divide leftovers into smaller portions to cool faster.

Wash your hands with soap and running water for at least 20 seconds before preparing, eating, or handling food. Wash your hands after using the bathroom and touching pets.

Mental Health Resources for Dedham Residents

Dedham residents have access to mental health resources through William James College’s INTERFACE referral services. Residents can call the program’s helpline Monday-Friday from 9 AM- 5 PM to work with a Resource and Referral Counselor who will help them navigate the challenges of finding mental health services. Please call the helpline at (617) 332-3666 for assistance, or visit INTERFACE’s website here

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