Northampton health staff report high flu season, vaccine outreach, measles concern and new winter shelter Public‑health staff told the board about targeted vaccine clinics and homebound outreach, a severe statewide flu season with 66 deaths reported (including four pediatric deaths that were unvaccinated), rising wastewater COVID signals earlier in the holidays, a national measles uptick, opioid‑settlement mini‑grants, and a new volunteer winter shelter called the Trinity Room.

Northampton's public health update reveals a troubling flu season, with 66 deaths, unvaccinated pediatric cases, and new initiatives to combat rising respiratory illnesses.

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Made the right decision to stay in tonight. Voice has been squeaky and hoarse quite often and with intermittent coughing. Wearing a mask of my own volition. Don't want those who sometimes assist me to get sick
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