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Emergency Preparedness starts with a plan and the right supplies.On May 20, attendees at our Emergency Preparedness Trai...
05/22/2026

Emergency Preparedness starts with a plan and the right supplies.

On May 20, attendees at our Emergency Preparedness Training received free “Grab N’ Go” emergency kits. Each kit included a first aid kit, multi-function knife, light stick, AM/FM radio, and a mylar blanket.

Want to build your own kit at home?
Some things to include are:
➡Non-perishable food and a can opener
➡Battery-powered or hand cranked radio
➡Flashlight
➡First aid kit
➡Extra batteries
➡Plastic sheeting, scissors and duct tape (to shelter in place)
➡Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for person sanitation)
➡Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)
➡Cell phone with chargers and a backup battery

More information can be found here: https://www.ready.gov/kit

Sweating more in the hot weather this week? During extreme heat, it’s important to drink plenty of water. Staying hydrat...
05/21/2026

Sweating more in the hot weather this week?

During extreme heat, it’s important to drink plenty of water. Staying hydrated can help prevent dehydration, heat stroke, fatigue, and more.

Keep a water bottle nearby, take breaks in the shade, and make hydration part of your daily routine this week.

Drug overdose has become a serious public health concern, and opioid-related overdose has increased. This training will...
05/20/2026

Drug overdose has become a serious public health concern, and opioid-related overdose has increased.

This training will teach participants how to properly react in an emergency situation, if they encounter a suspected overdosing. Participants will learn how to administer the drug Naloxone (Narcan), a life-saving medication used to treat a suspected opioid overdose.

If you or someone you know would like to attend the training, please respond via email to [email protected] or call 781-270-1955

🤝 Meet the Team: Susan LumenelloSusan Lumenello has served as Burlington’s Director of Public Health since 2012, followi...
05/20/2026

🤝 Meet the Team: Susan Lumenello

Susan Lumenello has served as Burlington’s Director of Public Health since 2012, following a career in environmental consulting focused on site cleanup and remediation. She first joined the Town in 2010 as the Environmental Engineer for the elected Board of Health before stepping into the Director role.

In her position, Susan helps oversee a wide range of public health initiatives and works closely with the elected Board of Health to develop and enforce local public health regulations. From environmental health and hazardous materials to to***co and v**e regulations, her work helps keep Burlington safe, healthy, and prepared for emerging public health issues.

A Burlington resident for more than 30 years, Susan says serving the community she calls home is one of the most rewarding parts of the job. While she has a strong passion for science, she also enjoys creative hobbies outside of work, including writing and learning to play piano.

For more information on our Director of Public Health, Susan Lumenello, visit www.burlington.org/PublicHealth

Burlington Board of Health's Board Members, from left to right: Marwa El-Sabahhy, MD, BOH MemberEd Weiner, PhD, BOH Mem...
05/19/2026

Burlington Board of Health's Board Members, from left to right:

Marwa El-Sabahhy, MD, BOH Member
Ed Weiner, PhD, BOH Member
Gayle DaMore, Chairperson
Andrea Sheehan, Vice Chairperson
Orysia Hanushevsky, BOH Member

🗓 Tomorrow is our Community Emergency Preparedness Training!Join us and learn how to protect yourself and your family in...
05/19/2026

🗓 Tomorrow is our Community Emergency Preparedness Training!

Join us and learn how to protect yourself and your family in the event of an emergency.

Some topics we will cover are connecting to alert systems, creating family communication plans, what to put in an emergency kit, and more!

A FREE “Grab N’ Go” Emergency Starter Kit is available to all participants.

Registration is required, so please call 781-270-1955, or email [email protected] to reserve your seat.

☢️Are you ready for Household Hazardous Waste Collection day? 🗓This Saturday, May 16th, bring your toxic household chem...
05/15/2026

☢️Are you ready for Household Hazardous Waste Collection day?

🗓This Saturday, May 16th, bring your toxic household chemicals and items to Francis Wyman Elementary School from 8:30am – 12pm.

➡Click here for more information on qualifying items.

Curious about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)? Stop by the Burlington Board of Health and check out our informational ...
05/14/2026

Curious about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)?

Stop by the Burlington Board of Health and check out our informational table.

RSV is a common respiratory virus that affects the nose, throat, and lungs. At our display table, you’ll find information about what RSV is, how it spreads, common symptoms, and ways to help prevent infection. We also have fun, family-friendly resources for kids, including an RSV word search and coloring pages.

If it changes, get it checked. Talk to your doctor if you notice changes in your skin such as a new growth, a sore that...
05/14/2026

If it changes, get it checked. Talk to your doctor if you notice changes in your skin such as a new growth, a sore that doesn't heal, a change in a mole, or any of the ABCDEs of melanoma. Learn the symptoms of skin cancer: www.cdc.gov/skin-cancer/symptoms

🤝 Meet the Volunteer: Rita Shah For many years, Rita Shah has been a dedicated volunteer with the Burlington Volunteer R...
05/13/2026

🤝 Meet the Volunteer: Rita Shah

For many years, Rita Shah has been a dedicated volunteer with the Burlington Volunteer Reserve Corps, helping residents feel supported and prepared.

A Burlington community member for 44 years and a licensed clinical social worker, Rita says volunteering was a natural fit. It gave her the chance to make a difference while continuing to learn through real-life emergency preparedness efforts and community outreach. Rita has also been a longtime bridge for Burlington’s South Asian community, helping connect residents with local resources and support. Her message is simple: “Your neighbor is here to help.”

Some of her favorite volunteer memories include the Community Health Fair, Celebrate Burlington, and the lifelong friendships she’s made along the way.

Her advice for anyone thinking about volunteering? “Just show up. Attend a meeting, fill out a volunteer form — it’s very fulfilling work.”

For more information on how to get involved like Rita did, visit www.burlington.org/PublicHealth or volunteers can enroll directly at https://maresponds.org/.

Prepare today, for a safer tomorrow. Get a FREE “Grab N’ Go” emergency preparedness starter kit and learn valuable info...
05/13/2026

Prepare today, for a safer tomorrow. Get a FREE “Grab N’ Go” emergency preparedness starter kit and learn valuable information on how to protect your family in the event of an emergency.

Join the Burlington Board of Health for our family Emergency Preparedness Presentation to learn how to prepare by connecting to emergency alert systems, how to create family communication plans, what to put in an emergency kit, & more!

Registration is required, so please call 781-270-1955, or email [email protected] to reserve your seat.

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