Lynnfield Health Department

06/10/2026

Remember “First is the Worst”

This week’s heat wave is the first of the season, which is often when the risk of heat illness is highest. Heat-related illnesses and hospital visits often increase in the first few days of 85°F weather. This happens before people’s bodies can adjust. Check on people at higher risk and use available tools and resources to help keep your patients and community safe.
Extreme heat can be dangerous and even life-threatening. In very hot and humid weather, the body has a harder time staying cool, which increases the risk of heat illness. Anyone can be affected. Older adults and young children are at higher risk. Outdoor workers, those who are pregnant, and those with chronic health conditions also face greater risk.

05/07/2026

03/04/2026

National Nutrition Month®

National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign established in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.

This year's theme is "Discover the Power of Nutrition." Nutrition has the power to help individuals and communities thrive. Discover how food and beverage choices can help power your day. Learn tips for accessing healthy foods in your area. And build healthy habits into your day to help you feel great now and in the future.

Whether you're looking at nutrition headlines or searching for nutritious options, boost your confidence when it comes to food and health. A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) or nutrition and dietetics technician, registered (NDTR) can expertly guide you with information driven by science.

Created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and celebrated in March, National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign to educate the public about healthful eating.