Lynnfield Health Department

08/25/2026

🚨 Food Safety Alert from the Lynnfield Health Department

2026 has been a busy year for food recalls, with jalapeños, iceberg lettuce, eggs, blueberries, and deli meats all affected by Salmonella, Listeria, and Cyclospora outbreaks. Swipe through for what to watch for on your next grocery trip, plus our top tips for washing produce the right way. 🥬🍎

Remember: if an item is on an active recall list, washing it isn't enough. Return it to the store or throw it out.

Stay safe, Lynnfield! 💚

📌 Save this post for reference, and check the FDA and USDA links for the most current recall information.

08/12/2026

07/16/2026

Wildfire smoke resources:

Climate Fact Sheet: Wildfire Smoke https://www.mass.gov/info-details/climate-fact-sheet-wildfire-smoke-events – Provides information on health risks, populations at increased risk, and steps to reduce exposure during wildfire smoke events; available in 15 languages.

Climate Fact Sheet: Poor Outdoor Air Quality https://www.mass.gov/info-details/climate-fact-sheet-poor-outdoor-air-quality – Provides information on health risks, populations at increased risk, and steps to monitor air quality and reduce exposure; available in 15 languages.

Asthma Prevention and Control https://www.mass.gov/orgs/asthma-prevention-and-control – Provides information on reducing asthma symptoms through effective care, environmental improvements, and disease management.

AirNow https://www.airnow.gov/? – US Government resource that provides comprehensive air quality data for your local area as well as state, national, and global views. Use its interactive Fire and Smoke map and color-coded Air Quality Index (AQI) to track conditions and make informed health decisions during smoke events.

Wildfires https://pehsu.net/health-issue/wildfires/ - Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units– Provides guidance on wildfire health risks and steps families, schools, and communities can take to protect children before, during, and after wildfire smoke events.

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.