Franklin Health Department

Franklin Health Department This is the official page of the Town of Franklin MA Health Department.

🌡️ Beat the Heat! 🌡️Looking for a place to stay cool during the upcoming heat wave? Franklin residents can visit one of ...
06/12/2026

🌡️ Beat the Heat! 🌡️

Looking for a place to stay cool during the upcoming heat wave? Franklin residents can visit one of these cooling centers:

📍 Franklin Senior Center
10 Daniel McCahill Street
Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–4:00 PM

📍 Franklin Public Library
118 Main Street
Monday–Thursday | 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
Friday & Saturday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

📍 New England Chapel
300 E. Central Street
This Sunday June 14, 2026 | 8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Remember to drink plenty of water, limit outdoor activity during peak heat, and check on family, friends, and neighbors who may need assistance. Stay cool and stay safe! ☀️💧

Human trafficking can affect people of any age, gender, race, or background.Warning Signs:• Appears fearful or controlle...
06/11/2026

Human trafficking can affect people of any age, gender, race, or background.

Warning Signs:
• Appears fearful or controlled by another person
• Has unexplained injuries
• Cannot speak freely or lacks personal identification
• Is not free to come and go

If You Suspect Human Trafficking:
Call 911 or the National Human Trafficking Hotline:
📞 1-888-373-7888
📱 Text 233733 (BEFREE)
🌐 Visit: https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en

Available 24/7. Confidential. Multiple languages.

🦟 Buzz off, mosquitoes!Arbovirus season is here, which means it's time to take a few simple steps to protect yourself fr...
06/08/2026

🦟 Buzz off, mosquitoes!

Arbovirus season is here, which means it's time to take a few simple steps to protect yourself from mosquito bites. Whether you're enjoying a backyard barbecue, taking an evening walk, or cheering from the sidelines, don't forget your bug spray!

✅ Use EPA-registered insect repellent
✅ Dump standing water around your home
✅ Wear long sleeves and pants when possible
✅ Keep screens in good repair

Stay safe and enjoy the summer! Learn more about mosquito-borne disease prevention at: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/mosquito-borne-disease-prevention

☀️This week’s heat wave is the first of the season, which is often when the risk of heat illness is highest.☀️Heat-relat...
06/03/2026

☀️This week’s heat wave is the first of the season, which is often when the risk of heat illness is highest.
☀️Heat-related illnesses and hospital visits often increase in the first few days of 85°F weather. This happens before people’s bodies can adjust.
☀️Extreme heat can be dangerous and even life-threatening. In very hot and humid weather, the body has a harder time staying cool, increasing the risk of heat illness. Anyone can be affected. Older adults and young children are at higher risk. Outdoor workers, those who are pregnant, and those with chronic health conditions also face greater risk.

Celebrate safely:
🌞This summer, we expect big gatherings and community events in MA. They will take place during the FIFA World Cup 2026™, America's 250th birthday, and the Sail Boston celebrations.
🌞Preventive steps—like staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous activity, and seeking shade or cooler environments—can help protect your patients and community members during periods of extreme heat at these events.
For more information please visit: https://www.mass.gov/extreme-heat

The Franklin Health and Franklin Fire Department is hosting another FREE Stop the Bleed class for community members on J...
06/01/2026

The Franklin Health and Franklin Fire Department is hosting another FREE Stop the Bleed class for community members on June 17th from 4 PM - 5:30 PM at the Franklin Fire station. Individuals will learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly and effectively to control bleeding in order to help save a life.

SIGN UP LINK: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945ACAF2EAAF9C25-64326548-stop

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for the Women’s Health Expo!The event brought together community members a...
05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for the Women’s Health Expo!

The event brought together community members and more than 20 local health professionals, organizations, and resources dedicated to promoting wellness, prevention, and women’s health education.

We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with residents, share valuable information, and support the health and well-being of women in our community. Thank you to all of our vendors, partners, and attendees who helped make this event a success!

The Franklin Health Department is inviting women in Franklin to participate in the Franklin Women’s Health & Preventive ...
05/28/2026

The Franklin Health Department is inviting women in Franklin to participate in the Franklin Women’s Health & Preventive Care Survey.

Your feedback will help the department better understand access to preventive health services and improve programs, resources, and services available to women in our community.

📝 Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/XdFCca2n4Uy5JCLk9

📅 Survey closes June 30, 2026.

Thank you for participating and helping support women’s health in our community.

Town of Franklin
Franklin Police Department
Franklin Fire Department
Franklin Senior Center

Ticks are active during the warmer months and can carry diseases such as Lyme disease. Protect yourself and your family ...
05/28/2026

Ticks are active during the warmer months and can carry diseases such as Lyme disease. Protect yourself and your family with these simple prevention tips:

✔️ Wear long sleeves and long pants when outdoors
✔️ Use EPA-registered insect repellent
✔️ Stay on clear trails and avoid tall grass
✔️ Perform tick checks after spending time outside
✔️ Shower soon after coming indoors
✔️ Check pets for ticks regularly

To learn more visit: https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/?metricsPageName=About%20Ticks

Welcome to the official page of the Town of Franklin Health Department!
05/27/2026

Welcome to the official page of the Town of Franklin Health Department!

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355 E. Central Street
Franklin, MA
02038

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