Coronavirus

Welcomecoronavirus to the Watertown Health Department COVID-19 Resource and Guidance Page!



Watertown will receive second doses to ensure that residents who received a first dose at a Watertown clinic can complete the vaccination series. 

Any individual who is eligible for vaccination can visit COVID-19 Vaccine | Mass.gov for more information. Massachusetts COVID-19 vaccination locations can be found here: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-vaccination-locations#find-a-location-to-get-vaccinated-if-eligible-. If you require assistance in registering or have questions, please call Massachusetts 2-1-1.

We will continue to post information on our webpage, social media and COVID 19 page


Coronavirus (COVID-19) A Brief Summary: This novel coronavirus, which started as a localized novel zoonotic disease outbreak in China, has now been declared a pandemic (global disease outbreak) by the World Health Organization (WHO) after having rapidly spread to most countries around the world. The disease, known as COVID-19, is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 beta coronavirus virus. Symptoms develop 2-14 days after exposure and include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. The majority of infections have been mild; however, severe life-threatening disease has developed in approximately 16% of cases according to initial reports. Emergency warning signs for severe infection include: Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, Persistent chest pain or pressure, Sudden onset of confusion, Bluish tint of lips or face. *Immediately seek medical attention if experiencing any of these severe symptoms.* As a result, it is critical to implement personal protective hygiene and other preventive health behaviors such as frequent hand washing with soap and water, social distancing, and using proper cough and sneeze etiquette.


Covid-19 Vaccine Update


An important message for Watertown Senior Citizens and their families about COVID vaccinations. The State has opened up scheduling today for COVID vaccinations for seniors over the age of 75 at various sites across the Commonwealth. Registration is done online and at this time, there is a high volume of registrants and many sites are experiencing little or no availability of appointments. We encourage you to keep trying to access an appointment, as more sites will open up in the weeks ahead. Families, please provide computer assistance for your elderly family members or, If you do not have access to a computer, you can contact the Watertown Senior Center at (617) 972-6490 for assistance, but they have the same access as everyone else. Please be patient. It may take several weeks to get an appointment at a location near you. As more sites are opened and more vaccines are made available, be assured that you will get a vaccine. At this time, Watertown does not have a clinic scheduled, but the Health Department is working on a plan that will be shared when available.  Information on the State mass vaccination sites and eligibility is available at https://www.mass.gov/info-details/when-can-i-get-the-covid-19-vaccine.



Information on the vaccine is ongoing and will be posted as it becomes available

  • Individuals currently eligible for vaccination can visit mass.gov/CovidVaccineMap to view vaccine locations, including mass vaccination sites, sign-up and eligibility information. Sites will continue to be added with appointments released on a rolling basis.
  • Please submit any questions or concerns to COVID-19-Vaccine-Plan-MA@mass.gov

Virtual Map of Testing Locations

COVID Safe Practices Concern Form

Stop the Spread and Get Tested for COVID19  

COVID-19 Symptom Checker


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