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DPH Local Public Health Webinar

Date
March 3, 2026
Time
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Register for the DPH Local Public Health Webinars here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A8RODgL2QtabJJqdNTpV1g#/registration

How to Identify Cyanobacteria Blooms and the Role of Public Health

Date
March 4, 2026
Time
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM

The Tri-Town Health District, Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative, and DPH Bureau of Climate and Environmental Health present a webinar on cyanobacteria and cyanotoxins, health outcomes, bloom warning approaches, and available tools/resources for monitoring.

https://mass.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=52eab53b393b93e485e635d5e&id=bea98ce883&e=aa2a53b892

DPH Local Public Health Webinar

Date
March 10, 2026
Time
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Register for the DPH Local Public Health Webinars here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A8RODgL2QtabJJqdNTpV1g#/registration

Implementing Kratom Regulations at the Local Level

Date
March 11, 2026
Time
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

This webinar will review the legal landscape regarding the sale of kratom, an unregulated plant-based substance commonly sold and used for its psychological and physiological effects. Attendees will learn about the power municipalities have to regulate kratom, and hear from local public health officials with firsthand experience. Free for MEHA members, $25 for non-members.

https://maeha.org/event/implementing-kratom-regulations-at-the-local-level-webinar/

From Droppings to Doorsteps: The Public Health Impact of Flies and Roaches Webinar

Date
March 17, 2026
Time
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

NEHA presents a 1-hour webinar on unwanted pests, practical strategies for integrated pest management (IPM), and ways to support healthier environments through prevention and communication.

https://neha.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AxkDpMcbTxaftJVYQtC2UA?utm_source=Membership+Feb+10&utm_campaign=3a86a7e547-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_12_17_01_05_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-789ef02ec0-647336108#/registration

DPH Local Public Health Webinar

Date
March 17, 2026
Time
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Register for the DPH Local Public Health Webinars here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A8RODgL2QtabJJqdNTpV1g#/registration

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Date
March 23, 2026
Time
8:30 AM to 3:30 PM

MEPHC is hosting a Youth Mental Health First Aid course.

 
Monday, March 23rd 
Location: Merrimack College (room and parking details to be forthcoming) 

 

Why Take Youth Mental Health First Aid?

This course gives public health professionals practical tools to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges in young people (ages 12–18). You’ll learn how to spot early warning signs, offer supportive, appropriate first-line help, and connect youth to the right resources—skills that directly strengthen community outreach, crisis response, and prevention efforts.

Details:

  • Instructor: Christine Shaw, Ph.D. — Director, School Counseling Program & Certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer
  • Cost: Fully covered for MEPHC Health Department staff
  • Format: Hybrid— Participants will complete a 2-hour online training followed by a 6-hour in-person training. In-person training is interactive and skills-based, with real scenarios and an easy-to-use action plan

Totally Title 5 (Wastewater) ($$$)

Date
March 24, 2026
Time
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

WMPHA presents the annual Totally Title 5 conference at the Log Cabin in Holyoke. Hear from industry experts, local public health, and MA DEP staff. Topics include Title 5 basics, private wells, Metrik, and more! Register by March 17.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/totally-title-5-2026-tickets-1979997576050?aff=oddtdtcreator

DPH Local Public Health Webinar

Date
March 24, 2026
Time
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Register for the DPH Local Public Health Webinars here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A8RODgL2QtabJJqdNTpV1g#/registration

Recreational Camps – Compliance

Date
March 25, 2026
Time
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Emily Whittaker-Smith from CMRPC Training Hub presents on recreational camps. Topics include emergency preparedness plans, requirements amongst different camps, staff qualifications and training requirements, camp program binders, and application of 105 CMR 430.000 for reviews and inspections. Register by March 23.

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DPH Local Public Health Webinar

Date
March 31, 2026
Time
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Register for the DPH Local Public Health Webinars here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A8RODgL2QtabJJqdNTpV1g#/registration