Westford Health Department

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

08/25/2026

The "Buried in Treasures" course starting in September. Only 2 spots left in Chelmsford.

08/25/2026

The following is an alert message from the Massachusetts Health and Homeland Alert Network:

Title: WNV Positive Mosquito Samples have been identified in your area

Alert Message:
The following cities and towns had WNV positive mosquito sample(s): Acton, Ayer, Chicopee, Dover, Erving, Granby, Millbury, New Bedford, Norton, Quincy, Sharon, Southborough, Swansea, Walpole, Wilmington & Worcester. There are no risk level changes. Recommended public health measures include raising awareness among residents, reminding residents to use mosquito repellents with an EPA-registered active ingredient and observing peak mosquito activity at dusk and dawn. MDPH will continue enhanced surveillance activities in this region. Please click on this link to access risk maps updated with today’s positive results:

Find local risk levels for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and West Nile Virus (WNV) based on seasonal testing from June to October.

08/24/2026

National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association is offering a free homeowner webinar on how septic systems function, proper use, and maintenance to help extend its life.

NOWRA is hosting a free webinar for homeowners with on-site wastewater treatment systems (septic systems). Learn how your system works,...

08/20/2026

The Spotted Lanternfly has been seen in Westford. Spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula or "SLF") is an invasive insect first detected in Pennsylvania in 2014. It causes damage to trees and other woody plants by feeding on their sap. While the primary host plant of SLF is the invasive tree-of-heaven, researchers have found that it also targets grapevines, hops, and fruit trees, giving it the potential to become a serious agricultural pest. For more information on the lanternfly, please see these links.

https://www.mass.gov/doc/spotted-lanternfly-management-guide-for-infested-areas/download

https://www.mass.gov/spotted-lanternfly

This invasive insect pest attacks grapevines, hops, and fruit trees.

08/20/2026

https://www.mass.gov/news/state-public-health-officials-announce-seasons-first-eee-positive-mosquito-samples-1

Residents urged to use bug spray when outdoors

08/19/2026

12 Things Parents Can Do to Prevent Addiction

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

08/14/2026

Outbreak Investigations & Safety Advisories
FDA Human Foods Program

Outbreak Investigation of Salmonella: Jalapeño

Do not eat, serve, or sell recalled fresh jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

August 13, 2026
The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with state and local partners, are investigating illnesses in a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Javiana infections linked to jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors to distributors, restaurants, and food service companies, including Mexican-style restaurants in the U.S.
As a result of the recall by Coast Citrus Distributors, downstream recalls are being conducted for recalled jalapeños and products containing recalled jalapeños.
On August 12, 2026, Whole Foods Market recalled select salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo, and prepared foods products that contain jalapeños sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors. Whole Foods recalled products were sold online and, in the Produce and Prepared Foods departments in the following states: TX, OK, LA, AR, WI, MI, IL, IN, IA, MO, KY, and OH, with Best Before/By dates of 8/7/2026 – 8/16/2026. See the Recalled Product section for a list of all products. Customers who purchased any of the products should not consume them and can bring a valid receipt to any Whole Foods Market store for a full refund.
FDA is continuing to investigate and will update the advisory with new information as it becomes available.

Do not eat, serve, or sell recalled fresh jalapeños from Sinaloa, Mexico distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. FDA’s investigation is ongoing.

08/13/2026

https://www.mass.gov/news/governor-healey-takes-action-to-protect-young-people-and-residents-from-dangerous-kratom-products

State will restrict sale of kratom, a largely unregulated substance with opioid-like effects, and expand public education and treatment outreach