Public Health Information
NARCAN Available Free of Charge to Residents
A collaboration among the Tri-Town Health Directors, Gerry McDonald (Topsfield), Traci Mello RN (Middleton) and Kendell Longo (Boxford) has delivered Opioid Overdose Rescue Kits to the local schools. Tri-Town School Nurse Leader Cindy Fiore RN and Tri-Town Public Health Nurse Julia Lobel RN conducted training on the use of the kits.
Safe Viewing Tips: Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024 - Protect Your Eyes!
3/26/24 CDC Issues Guidelines on Staying Home to Prevent Spread of Respiratory Virus
In an effort to help meet the community's ongoing need for access to COVID-19 vaccines, the Topsfield Health Department will provide appointments for Topsfield Seniors needing COVID-19 vaccines through Spring. Appointments are limited.
The CDC and Mass Dept of Public Health advise an annual Flu and COVID vaccine for all ages 6 months and older. Vaccinations are safe, effective, and free to residents.
Protect yourself from COVID-19, Flu, and RSV.
The CDC advises a COVID Booster for Senior Citizens. Click here for the CDC Press Release with information.
Where: Topsfield Health Department, Ground Level of Town Hall,
When: Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30 am - 4 pm Walk-ins accepted
Who: COVID Vaccines (for Seniors over age 65 due for 23-24 annual booster)
*Children under age 18 can also receive free COVID-19 and Flu vaccines from the Topsfield Health Dept
**Adults aged 19-64 are encouraged to be vaccinated but should visit their local pharmacy or PCP
Register Online:
https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/topsfield-tritown?site=topsfield...
Any questions please contact:
Topsfield Health Department 8 West Common St, Topsfield MA 01983
Phone: (978) 887-1520
Or if you need assistance registering or could use a home visit:
Julia Lobel, BSN, RN - Tri-Town Public Health Nurse
Cell: (978) 766-6284
Email: julia.lobel@middletonma.gov
Children's COVID & Flu Vaccine Appointments Available at Town Hall
COVID and Flu vaccine appointments are available for children at Town Hall.
Where: Topsfield Board of Health, ground floor of Town Hall, 8 West Common Street
When: Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30 am - 4 pm appointment required.
Who: Pediatric Flu & COVID vaccines ages 6 months to 18 years.
Click here for more information.
General Guidance
Did you know that if you are 65 and over and have a medical condition, National Grid has an application to help protect you from having your gas and electricity shut off. Click here for the application form.
Click here for the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Website
Click here for updated COVID guidance.
Suicide/Mental Health Crisis help line: dial 988
ASPCA Disaster Preparedness for Pets
Are you buying a house in Topsfield, or do you have questions about your septic system?
The Topsfield Board of Health maintains current files on each residence in town. These files are available for public review during office hours. The Health Director, Wendy Hansbury REHS/RS, is available to answer questions and offer assistance. Phone: 978-887-1520; email whansbury@topsfield-ma.gov.
Public Health Information:
Medical Waste/Sharps Disposal in Topsfield
Please note: not all links listed are government entities.
- Topsfield Emergency Preparedness Handbook (pdf)
- Link to FEMA
- Link to CDC "Did You Know" Web Page
- MEMA Tips on Boat and Home Hurricane Preparedness
- MEMA Offers Power Outage Safety Tips
COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND HEALTH INFORMATION
Tri Town Council - Working Together for Kids
Project Safety Net Helpline
- Help for Tri-Town adults, youth and families. Counselor available 24/7 to provide support, referrals and resources 978-771-4619
Parental Stress Line
- 1-800-632-8188
- parentshelpingparents.org
Lahey Behavioral Health Services Emergency Psychiatric Services
- Haverhill: 1-800-281-3223
- Salem: 1-978-744-1585
- Outpatient Clinics:
- Beverly: 978-921-1190
- Salem: 978-745-2440
Smoking Cessation: There is help! Click on the following link to the Mass. Department of Public Health Smoking Cessation Website:
Substance Abuse
- Massachusetts Substance Abuse Information and Education Helpline: 1-800-327-5050
Head Lice
Helpful Websites
Cancer News
Regarding Children
- Safe School Helpline 1-800-418-6423
- The Trevor Project: National organization focused on crisis and suicide prevention efforts among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgener and questioning (LGBTQ) youth. Hotline: 1-866-488-7386.
Topsfield Regional Medical Reserve Corps
- TRMRC Application (pdf)
Tick Borne Disease
The links below provide additional information from the official website of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Tick Repellent (pdf)
- Babesiosis (pdf)
- Lyme (pdf)
- Anaplasmosis (Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis) (pdf)
Mosquito Control and Related Health Concerns
Please click here to access the Topsfield Board of Health Tick and Mosquito Information Page.