Cambridge Public Health Dept

Remember to take extra precauations to protect your pet against cold related injuries during this brutally cold weather. Limit outside time. Dress them in a warm coat & boots if possible. Their natural fur coat won't be enough to protect against the bitter cold. @CambHealth

When you work out, are you doing too much or not enough? There’s a simple way to know: Your target heart rate If your heart rate is too high, you’re straining. If it's too low, you may want to push yourself a little harder, especially if you’re trying to lose weight.

Feeling stressed? Take a break from your routine and look into a new hobby, or pick up when you put down when life got hectic. What’s your go-to hobby for lowering stress?

Long COVID symptoms can last 3 months or longer and can include fatigue, shortness of breath, sleeplessness, and frequent headaches. Getting your COVID-19 vaccine is an easy way to boost your protection against Long COVID. Get started at bit.ly/3BKICey. #RiskLessDoMore

Stigma around substance use disorders is one of the biggest barriers to treatment and recovery. You can help support someone who might be looking for substance use disorder treatment, but might not be sure how to ask for help: samhsa.gov/find-support/h…

Getting winter-ready includes pets, too! When it’s cold, bring pets indoors. If you cannot bring them inside, provide adequate shelter to keep them warm and make sure they have access to unfrozen water. Keep pets safe in winter weather. bit.ly/3D1ROeZ

Still haven’t booked your flu and COVID shots? It's not too late. Find a vaccine near you and schedule your appointment today at mass.gov/SeasonalVaccin… twitter.com/MassDPH/status…

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A period of light snow ❄️is expected on Sat, with minor accumulations. While Saturday morning is the most likely period for all of southern New England, snow may continue into the afternoon especially for eastern Massachusetts. Check your local forecast at weather.gov/boston

The Winter Warming Center is a welcoming and safe place where unsheltered adults can spend the night & be safe during winter months. The Warming Center is located in the basement of the Senior Center (806 Mass Ave). cambridgema.gov/Services/winte…

Frigid temperatures pose a severe risk to the safety & health of people outdoors. If you see someone on the street & are concerned about them, contact the First Step Street Outreach team (617-592-6895) or Emergency Communications (617-349-3300). Call 911 if there’s an emergency.

We’re thinking of our friends in Southern California today. ❤️ Coping with extreme weather events such as wildfires can be overwhelming for both children and adults. For free, bilingual resources on comforting little ones and helping them feel safe, visit: m.sesame.org/42bHeN3

Remember, during extreme cold temperatures, keep pets indoors, limit time outside, watch for signs of frostbite, check on neighbors, and use alternate heat sources safely. Cold Weather Safety: mass.gov/mema/cold #ReadyMA

#Hypothermia and #frostbite can happen when prolonged exposure to cold causes the body to lose heat faster than it can produce it. Protect yourself when temperatures drop by taking steps to prevent hypothermia and frostbite: bit.ly/41JEdmV

New Englanders know the drill! Dress for our cold & windy, winter weather. Limit outside time, if possible. Check on the kids, older folks, & pets to prevent cold-related injury. Warming center info, go to: bit.ly/4fKMLwZ @CambHealth @challiance

Don’t forget about your furry friends this winter. If you’re cold, chances are, your pets are too. Remember to keep them indoors when temperatures drop, care for your pet’s feet, provide extra food and water and use a leash when walking near bodies of water. #ReadyMA #MAwx

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Happy New Year! Wishing you a safe and healthy new year.

Habari Gani! Wishing you a blessed and meaniful Kwanzaa.

Happy Hanukkah from the Cambridge Public Health Department! May this festival bring blessings upon you and your family.