Springfield HHS News & Events

ZOSTER (SHINGLES) VACCINE UPDATE

Due to an overwhelming response, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health has advised us that the Zoster vaccine is NO LONGER AVAILABLE! The manufacturer was having problems meeting the demand so the Center for Communicable Disease has cancelled the contract.

If we get additional information at a later date, we will share it with the community.

FREE H1N1, Seasonal Flu and Pneumonia Clinic

The Springfield Health and Human Services is continuing to hold FREE H1N1, SEASONAL FLU AND PNEUMONA CLINICS.

H1N1, Seasonal Flu and Pneumonia Clinic Schedule

Public Health Month 2010 Kick Off

FOR MORE THAN A DECADE, communities around the state have observed National Public Health Week/Month each April, to celebrate the role of public health prevention services to protect and improve our city's health.  This year our theme is, "A Healthier Springfield: One Neighborhood at a Time."

Please review the calendar of events, and join the public health and human service provider community as we bring information, educational programs, preventive services, screening programs and FUN to a neighborhood near you throughout the month of April. See the calendar for details.

Protecting the Health of You and Your Family

The Springfield Department of Health and Human Services is offering informative educational programs to protect your health, prevent the spread of illness and promote wellness.

For further information, please contact Elizabeth Porchelli, RN, at (413) 750-2084 or eporchelli@springfieldcityhall.com