Jeannette Hinkle and Zane Razzaq
Daily News Staff
FRAMINGHAM In a development that leaves a huge hole in the city s fight against the coronavirus, Director of Public Health Sam Wong confirmed he is taking a medical leave.
“I’m exhausted,” Wong told the Daily News by phone on Wednesday. “I’m physically, mentally and even sometimes spiritually exhausted. I have given everything I’ve got for the city for the past 10 months and then some, and it has taken a toll on my health and it is to the point where I have to take a step back.”
Wong s last day is Thursday. He said he will be on leave for the foreseeable future. Others, though, say he has essentially resigned his post and isn t expected back.
MHOA presents award to Westford board of health food inspector
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The town of Westford Food Inspector Arnie Price was recently honored with the Michael D. Saraco Award by the Massachusetts Health Officers Association.
The award is given annually to a member of MHOA who has exemplified the qualities of the man for whom it was named.
The Michael D. Saraco Award was created in honor of the late Michael D. Sraco who was a founder of the Metropolitan Health Officers Association, which later became MHOA. He served as its secretary for many years. The award is given annually to a member of MHOA who has contributed to its growth and success through outstanding leadership and extraordinary service.