Flu season off to an early, nasty start but RSV and Covid-19 still a concern. Southcoast Health, Community Health Center urge caution during holiday gatherings
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Council president Abreu urges action on New Bedford’s lead pipes, but it’s up to mayor
“If we can’t have a safe, healthy, well-functioning group of residents, then we are greatly failing our community for which we are elected to serve.” — New Bedford City Council President Ian Abreu
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Dangerous lead pipes carry drinking water to thousands of city homes … Is yours one of them?
New Bedford’s efforts to remove the pipes have lagged in recent years and the cost of replacement can fall on residents.
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LGBTQ+ Network’s monkeypox response inspired by a legacy of ‘creativity and desperation’ fighting AIDS
“With the specter of the AIDS epidemic in living memory, the South Coast LGBTQ+ Network decided to address this issue head-on. … We all have a job to do in this battle.” — Andy Pollock
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The Light on Radio: Jack Spillane talks monkeypox, heat islands, rising sewer bills, shell fishing and more
New Bedford Light columnist Jack Spillane joined WBSM’s Jim Phillips on Townsquare Sunday on Aug. 14, 2022 to talk about monkeypox in New Bedford, heat islands, rising sewer bills, shell […]
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First confirmed monkeypox case diagnosed in New Bedford, ‘handful’ of presumptive cases also suspected
Local health providers, community groups plan outreach to educate those most at risk and help reduce the spread.