Town of Southborough - Health Department

09/14/2026

08/26/2026

On August 21st, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced a positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample in Southborough. By taking a few precautions residents can help to protect themselves and their loved ones from mosquito borne diseases.

08/11/2026

On August 7th, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health announced a positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample in Southborough. By taking a few common precautions, residents can help to protect themselves and their loved ones from mosquito-borne diseases.

07/24/2026

06/30/2026

Southborough has had a positive West Nile Virus mosquito sample. While our risk level is still low, it is a good time to remind you to continue to:
-use mosquito repellent when outdoors
-wear long sleeves and pants when possible
-dump any standing water around the house
-use netting on baby carriages and playpens

Stay tuned for future updates!

06/30/2026

It’s going to be a hot week!

As you get ready for celebrating the 4th of July, make sure to think about adding ways to stay cool.

While you’re out and about be sure to watch for signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and check in on those around you!

06/29/2026

Please be advised that the National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for our area - particularly between Wednesday 7/1/26 - Friday 7/3/26.

Residents are strongly encouraged to take precautions to stay safe during excess heat:

-Limit outdoor activity. Stay well hydrated and take plenty of shade breaks, particularly outdoor workers.
-Check in on potentially vulnerable family members, friends and neighbors - particularly the elderly, sick, or those without AC.
-Keep pets indoors on hot days. Avoid going outside during the hottest part of the day and keep pets well hydrated.
-Never leave children or pets in an unattended vehicle - look before you lock!
-Monitor yourself and others for signs of heat illness.

We are monitoring the risk for dangerous heat and humidity later this week, particularly through Wednesday and Friday. Heat indices may climb above 100F and overnight temperatures may not fall below 70F, providing little recovery from daytime heat and humidity.

05/27/2026

Join Greater Boroughs Partnership for Health and State Rep. Donaghue in our Narcan Training June 9th!

05/22/2026

We are just two weeks away from our Pelvic Health lecture with Dr. Erika Johnson!

She is going to be covering all the things your mother never taught you about p*e, p**p, and pelvic health.

There are still spots left, so sign up using the QR code or at northboroughlibrary.org