Town of Millis-Board of Health

07/18/2025

Tickborne diseases are on the rise all across Massachusetts. Always remember to do tick checks after being outside, and remove promptly if found. Tick removal kits can be found at the Board of Health office in the Town Hall (Rm 213).

07/01/2025

03/14/2025

The Town of Millis has received funding to support opioid abatement strategies in our community. To be able to better understand the needs of our community, we are asking community members to complete a quick, anonymous survey. The survey can be found at the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/ETtC4QxPZH
Hard copies of the survey will also be available outside of the Millis Board of Health.
Please feel free to contact Sarah Ward, Public Health Nurse, with any questions: [email protected]

Edited to add: Post cards were also mailed to all Millis residences with a QR code to access survey.

01/28/2025

From State Officials Regarding Avian Influenza:
State Officials Suspect HPAI Outbreak Impacting Geese and Other Wildlife
State environmental and health officials are informing the public that Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), which very rarely infects humans, is suspected to be the cause of over 60 deceased Canada geese, swans, and other birds in Plymouth. The Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife), the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) are advising the public to refrain from handling birds or other animals that are dead or appear sick. Read the full press release.

Report observations of dead wild birds: https://www.mass.gov/forms/report-observations-of-dead-wild-birds
MassWildlife is collecting information on wild birds to monitor possible outbreaks of Avian Influenza. We are particularly interested in sick/dead seabirds washing up along coastal areas. Please complete the form and include a photo if possible.
When to report:
If you find sick or dead seabirds (i.e., gulls, terns, cormorants, sea ducks)
If you find 5 or more wild birds of other species at a single location

Poultry Disease Reporting Form: https://www.mass.gov/forms/poultry-disease-reporting-form
This form should be used to report sickness or death in DOMESTIC poultry, such as chickens, turkeys, gamebirds, pigeons, guinea fowl, and domestic ducks and geese.
How to Report Sick or Dead Birds:
This form should only be used to report sickness or death in DOMESTIC poultry. You may submit the below information through this form OR through a call the Division of Animal Health at 617-626-1795. Division of Animal Health Staff will contact you for more information as needed.

Please visit MDAR's Avian Influenza webpage for more information. People with questions about the public health impact of HPAI can visit DPH’s Avian influenza webpage or call the Division of Epidemiology (available 24/7) at 617-983-6800.

12/31/2024

12/18/2024

The Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) has come up with a great document outlining Holiday tips and resources. To view the full document and find resources specific to your region please follow the link attached:
https://www.mass.gov/doc/bsas-holiday-community-resources-2024/download

12/09/2024

Remember that the holidays can be difficult for some people. Give the gift of support this season 🎁 Reach out; listen; treat people with respect, compassion & empathy; provide support; follow up. Learn more actions we can all take to support our loved ones who may be struggling samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone

12/05/2024

While we head into the colder months, it is important to remember that ticks remain active through the winter!! For more information about tickborne diseases and prevention visit: https://www.mass.gov/tick-borne-diseases

11/27/2024

Avoid getting your guests sick this Thanksgiving. Make sure your turkey is fully cooked before serving!

11/18/2024

Its time to start thinking about how you are going to thaw your turkey if you are hosting Thanksgiving Dinner! There are 3 safe ways to do so. If you are unsure of how long to thaw or have any questions about Thanksgiving food safety, the USDA website has all the information, along with a Turkey Thawing Calculator: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/poultry/happy-thanksgiving