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Looking for more videos like the one above?  Click here.  Spread the word!
These videos are part of the State's vaccination efforts and their "Trust the Facts.  Get the Vax" campaign.
View the State's FAQs on the vaccine.
View CDC's MYTH BUSTERS about the Vaccine.  What's FACT...What's a MYTH!

Cleaning and Disinfecting
Quick links
How to clean, and when to disinfect your home - CDC GuidanceCleaning and disinfecting in a Business Setting, click here
Looking to see if your disinfectant is effective against COVID-19, check out this interactive tool of all EPA-registered products here.

Safer Alternatives
CDC has created this infographic that details a quick summary of the Do's and Don'ts and how to stay safe while cleaning.
Want to use a safer alternative, but still need an effective cleaner/disinfectant? 
The Environmental Protection Agency did the work and tested these products out so that you can keep your family, pets and the environment more safe.
Find a product that may work for you at www.epa.gov/saferchoice

State resources are still available
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Check in with yourself, your neighbors, your loved ones and your children. You're not alone.  
The State has compiled a list of resources that support your mental health.  Start here.

INDIVIDUAL MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
The State launched this searchable directory at Massachusetts Network of Care.  This may be a good first step.
Another option - MassSupport - Free COVID-19 Counseling and Support (1-888-215-4920 - Mon-Fri)

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Experts say 'you know your child best'.  So check in with your child's mental health.  Find the support you need and hear from other families that have struggled through the pandemic as well.  Learn more here.

OTHER RESOURCES
Need assistance in other ways?
Food...Unemployment...Housing...and SO MUCH MORE!
You may be able to find resources through the State.  Click here for a complete list of what is available and how it can help you.
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Town of Foxborough COVID-19 Data Dashboard
This dashboard provides Foxborough-specific information including, but not limited to, the Town's 14 day percent positivity rate, 14 day confirmed case count, vaccination data and more.

Stay Informed and Stay SafeSign up for COVID alerts and receive alerts via text or email
Domestic violence and sexual assault resources
Requesting Your COVID Vaccine RecordDid you misplace your vaccine record?  Find out your options to gain access to your COVID vaccine records.
Travel AdvisoryStay up to date with the State's standing related to traveling.
Face Covering AdvisoryKeep up to date with the State's recommendations regarding the use and wearing of face coverings.
Did you know, there are some instances when face coverings are always required.  Familiarize yourself with the current State requirements.

Close Contact Definition
 The definition of who is considered a close contact has developed over time.  Unsure if you are a close contact, check out the latest criteria.

COVID Testing
Find a Site that will work for you.  Click on "Show Advanced Filters" to narrow down your search.

Interactive COVID-19 Dashboard
Updated daily by 5pm.
View this dashboard to see cases per City/Town, Hospitalizations, Deaths, and even more data presented in a variety of ways.
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Vaccinations for 5-11 Age Group
Children ages 5-11 years old are now able to receive the Covid vaccine (*Pfizer is the only vaccine currently authorized for this age group).  For those with questions about getting their child/ren vaccinated, are encouraged to speak with their child's Health Care Provider for more information.
It is important to reiterate that the Covid vaccine is:
SAFE & Effective
FREE & eligible to all those who live, work or attend school in Massachusetts.
AVAILABLE regardless of immigration status and/or whether or not the individual has health insurance.

Pfizer BioNTech Vaccine Approved by FDA
Since the start of the vaccine rollout, the Pfizer vaccine has been administered to the public under an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA).  On August 23, 2021, the Pfizer-BioNTech became the first FDA approved vaccine for individuals 16 years old and older.  NOTE: The vaccine remains under EUA for the administration of individuals between 12 and 15 years old and for the administration of third doses in certain immunocompromised individuals.

MassNotify
The State has recently joined 28 other States in a tool to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
The app (that would need to be downloaded to your smartphone) works in the following manner (as described on the mass/gov website):
-By opting in, your device will share anonymous codes with other MassNotify users using your phone's Bluetooth.
-MassNotify codes contain no personal information or location data and are completely anonymous.
-If another user you've been near tests positive for COVID-19 within a 14-day period, you will be notified.  If you test positive, you can easily and anonymously notify others to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Learn more at the link above.

COVID-19 Funeral AssistanceThe Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) is the one providing this assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.
Applications to apply for this assistance began April 12, 2021 and there is currently no deadline to apply.