PROVINCETOWN — Nationwide, the news about monkeypox continues to get worse. Case counts are still doubling every 10 days or so: 42 in Massachusetts, 156 in New York, and 9,647 […]
CDC
COVID-19 UPDATE
Outer Cape Kids and Parents Feel Relief About Pediatric Vaccine
Gatherings, family vacations, and going back to school
PROVINCETOWN — With crayons and pages of coloring books scattered over the floor around them, Alaina and Kacey Vida sit in the waiting area of a Walgreens Pharmacy. It’s the […]
WATER SAFETY
Swimming in the Pandemic: Fear and Reality
Coronavirus hell isn’t in the water — it’s other people
Scientists have reassuring news for Outer Cape residents and visitors who are worried about contracting coronavirus from swimming in ponds and in the ocean and Cape Cod Bay. There is […]
PLAYBOOK
Masks Must Be Worn Downtown
Select board makes rule that health officials say isn’t needed
PROVINCETOWN — The select board has ordered the wearing of face masks starting Friday, May 1, in all Provincetown businesses and by everyone outdoors on Commercial Street between Bangs and […]
COVID & HEALTH
Giving Birth During Crisis Adds to Risks
Home birth isn’t for everyone and isolation is a challenge
Covid-19 is a brand-new disease with many unknowns. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cites a lack of data on special risks for pregnant women and infants, but with […]
CORONAVIRUS
In Oldest County in State, Gray Areas of Elder Care
Residents of independent living centers have few protections in pandemic
PROVINCETOWN — Last Friday, March 20, Seashore Point condominium owner Bruce Mason had just returned from a meditation class with other residents. At the same time in Yarmouth Port, Fran […]
