COVID-19 Education and Resources

Vaccine Unavailable at Acton Medical: Covid-19 vaccination locations can be found at Mass.gov or on pharmacy websites. Our Pediatrics Team recommends the vaccine for patients age 12 and above.

Acton Medical keeps safety at the forefront of everything we do so that all of our patients receive the highest quality healthcare in a clean and comfortable environment, especially during a pandemic. To further support our patients, we offer the below resources from Mass.gov and health care teams.

Acton Medical COVID-19 Testing (Click here for vaccine clinic update)

We are unable to provide convenience testing, or a doctor’s order for a test. Convenience testing is a non-clinical service, and includes tests for traveling out-of-state and college entry requirements. The state offers convenience testing, see link to “Testing in Mass.” below. Acton Medical is testing patients with symptoms or documented contact by appointment only. The CDC lists the symptoms that may indicate a person should seek medical care, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html. Patients with symptoms or documented contact should call (978) 635-8700 for a COVID-19 test.  

Mass.gov COVID-19 Testing and Vaccine

• COVID-19 Testing in Mass.: Symptoms, when to get tested, locations, and how to handle positive results.
• Mass. Vaccination Information and Locations: The three delivery phases, distribution timeline, and priorities in place to protect essential workers and vulnerable individuals.
  • Acton Medical Pediatrics recommends the vaccine for patients ages 12 and above.

Mass.gov COVID-19 Response, Cases, and Travel Guidance

• Mass. COVID-19 Updates and Dashboard: Daily and aggregate data from the state including CDC case counts across the nation, updates from the Governor, emergency orders, and more.
• Mass. COVID-19 Response: All facets of the Massachusetts response to COVID-19.
• Mass. Travel Order: Requirements for residents leaving and returning to the state.

COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation Guides

• Understanding Your COVID-19 Isolation & Quarantine Responsibility: Created by Acton Medical, a quick reference guide to help patients manage a positive diagnosis.
• Mass.gov Information and Guidance for Persons in Quarantine due to COVID-19: Mass. requirements for those in quarantine to help prevent the spread of the virus to the public.
• Mass.gov COVID-19: When to Quarantine: Know when to isolate due to close contact with COVID-19.
• Quick Tips – What to Know if Diagnosed with COVID-19: Quick facts about COVID-19 testing and antibodies, created by Acton Medical.

Caring for Someone with Symptoms

• CDC. gov Caring for Someone Sick at Home: Advice from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to help people taking caring of someone with symptoms, who received a positive test result.
• *Boost Your Immune System with Food: A short podcast with Acton Medical Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Liz Berman, and Emerson Hospital. *To listen, click the link and then scroll down to click on “How to Boost Your Immune System – With Food.”

Pediatrics and COVID-19

• At-home Tips and Resources for Parents while Isolating: Created by Acton Medical Pediatricians, tips on how to talk about the virus, a favorite on-line sing along, and ideas for taking things offline.
• Common Questions from Parents of Teens During COVID-19: Three common questions with answers from Acton Medical’s Behavioral Health team.
• School Reopening FAQs by the American Academy of Pediatrics:  From the AAP, two resources to help families navigate the different scenarios they may encounter while going back to school during COVID-19.

Email PatientRelations@actonmedical.com with questions about any of the above resources.