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Information on Coronavirus
Updated Guidance for Isolation and Exposure Requirements
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has adopted the CDC Isolation & Quarantine Guidance. To view this guidance, click here:
Important highlights:
- Persons who test positive and are either asymptomatic or their symptoms improve may leave isolation after 5 days, provided that they wear a mask for another 5 days.
- If you were exposed to someone with Covid-19 you do not need to quarantine. You should wear a mask for 10 days following the exposure.
- If you develop symptoms, isolate and test.
The Town has stopped reporting case data. For historical data, click here.
Data for the Commonwealth is available here.
Vaccine Information
Vaccine is available at Pharmacies and Doctor's Offices. Visit here to find a clinic near you:
Getting Tested for Coronavirus
Click here to see information n testing:
Coronavirus Prevention Tips
According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Centers for Disease Control, symptoms of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) include fever and respiratory illness, such as coughing and difficulty breathing. Symptoms of the virus are similar to those of seasonal flu.
To prevent the spread of Covid-19:
- Wash hands frequently, with soap and water, for a minimum of 20 seconds.
- Use alcohol-based hand sanitizing gels and liquids if soap and water are not readily available.
- Do not touch your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Try to avoid close contact with anyone who is sick.
- When sick yourself, stay home to protect others.
- Always cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, and then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect areas and objects that are touched frequently, such as desks, phones, door handles, etc.