New Weekly Epidemiological Updates Provide Region-Specific Information about Acute Respiratory Illness

Looking to understand the current climate of respiratory disease transmission in our communities here on Cape Cod? Perhaps you’re worried about COVID-19, RSV, the flu, or all three; the trifecta […]

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MA Department of Public Health Updates Guidance to Prevent the Spread of Respiratory Viruses

On March 25, 2024, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health released a new guidance for what to do if you have symptoms of viral respiratory illness, or if you test […]

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Avian Bird Flu on Cape Cod

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), commonly known as ‘bird flu’ was first found on Cape Cod in the beginning of February 2022, a little more than two years ago. While […]

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The Alternative: It’s MASSTC’s 25th Birthday!

Interested in joining the discussion about wastewater challenges on Cape Cod? Check out “The Alternative”, a new weekly newsletter from Barnstable County’s Massachusetts Alternative Septic System Test Center! Happy 25th […]

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March 22nd is World Water Day!

Happy World Water Day! World Water Day is observed globally each year on March 22 to promote the responsible use of water and access to safe water for everyone. While […]

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The Mashpee Enterprise: Septic System Test Center Makes Strides Toward Better Safeguarding Cape’s Water

Outdated and environmentally unfriendly septic systems and cesspools are the norm on Cape Cod. Although most people would rather avoid the topic of where their waste goes after it has […]

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