Civics
Risk for West Nile Virus elevated to ‘moderate’ status after second batch of mosquitoes tests positive
West Nile Virus is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. READ MORE
Articles by Manchester Health Department
Around Town
Heat Advisory in effect through Monday – stay hydrated, check on elderly neighbors – you know the drill
It’s a heat wave – stay cool, limit your sun time, wear sunscreen, drink plenty of water, check on your elderly friends and neighbors. READ MORE
Civics
City of Manchester Health Department: Weekly water sample results for July 6
Water samples taken this week at the Merrimack River/Fisher Cats ramp showed elevated levels of E.coli. READ MORE
Community
Manchester EOC asks residents to prepare for early season heat in the midst of COVID19
The National Weather Service is forecasting an extended period of warm temperatures and increasing humidity beginning Wednesday, May 27 through Friday May 29. As this is the first extended warm period of the season, it is important to review best practices as it pertains to heat safety. These conditions may pose a health danger to the public, especially young children and elderly adults. Please pay special attention to the following information. READ MORE
Featured News
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) found in Manchester Mosquito batches
There have been no EEE infections identified yet this season in humans or animals. EEE-positive mosquito batches have been detected in Pelham, which were collected on August 1. READ MORE
Featured News
Manchester mosquitoes test positive for West Nile Virus
Finding WNV in the community is not unexpected, but it is early in the season and a good time to remind residents to be vigilant in eliminating mosquito breeding areas. READ MORE
Featured News
Check out ‘My Manchester,’ Health Department’s new site, available in any language
This is a one-stop site for Greater Manchester residents and community partners who want a better life for themselves and their children. Neighborhood-based connections and information, and it can be accessed in any language.
City Hall
West Nile Virus found in Manchester mosquitoes
The Manchester Health Department announced Tuesday that two batches of mosquitoes collected in Manchester on July 31, 2017, and August 1, 2017, have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). READ MORE
Featured News
Heroin: It’s come to this – public health memo regarding discarded needles in public spaces
‘A needle stick has the potential to spread blood borne diseases such as Hepatitis C and HIV. The safety of our children is our top priority. ‘ READ MORE
