State health officials announce Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) risk levels lowered in several communities; residents urged to continue to take steps to prevent mosquito bites: https://lnkd.in/ebyP9KUR.
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Government Administration
Boston, MA 37,224 followers
Committed to preventing disease and promoting wellness and health equity for all
About us
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health prevents illness, injury, and premature death, assures access to high quality public health and health care services, and promotes wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities. We provide programs to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce policies to assure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. This page is managed according to the DPH social media comment policy: https://www.mass.gov/policy-statement/dph-social-media-comment-policy.
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http://www.mass.gov/dph
External link for Massachusetts Department of Public Health
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, MA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1869
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Primary
250 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02108, US
Employees at Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Updates
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Health and safety teams in health care: Do you need help creating your facility’s Respiratory Protection Program, as required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)? Check out a new sample template adapted by our Occupational Health Surveillance Program: https://lnkd.in/eBQK5JWU
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DPH inspects a multitude of facilities and services to ensure compliance with health regulations — and we’re looking for someone to fill an open role. Get ready to conduct inspections, write reports, follow up on complaints, and play a vital role in public health. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/e5Nt3WZD. #Hiring #PublicHealthJobs
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Great conversation on closing gaps in life expectancy, premature mortality and maternal morbidity and mortality in Massachusetts at the Boston Globe Summit yesterday! I was honored to join my colleagues Dr. Joseph Betancourt, President of the Commonwealth Fund Foundation, Commissioner Robert Goldstein, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and Tanisha M. S., Esq, Head, External Engagement, Health Equity Strategy at Sanofi and President, NAACP Boston Chapter in what was a lively discussion. Thank you Boston Globe Media for the opportunity! If you missed it, check out the video at https://lnkd.in/eKSkWQEi. Boston Public Health Commission, City of Boston, #healthequity
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Wherever you are. Whatever you’re feeling. The 988 Lifeline is here to listen and give you the support you need — 24 hours a day. Just call or text 988 from any phone. Learn more at mass.gov/988.
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State health officials announce 13th human case of West Nile virus (WNV); WNV risk levels remain elevated in multiple communities: https://lnkd.in/ep8gWvbX.
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September is Suicide Prevention Month. Take a workshop to learn how you can respond to someone struggling with a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide. Learn more about the Questions, Persuade, Refer training (offered in English and Spanish) and other trainings our Suicide Prevention Program offers on the impact of suicide and prevention strategies: https://lnkd.in/ewuf7vie. Trainings are open to public health professionals and the public. #SuicidePreventionMonth
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State health officials announce third horse case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in Massachusetts; EEE risk levels remain elevated in multiple communities: https://lnkd.in/eyhZfdWy.
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See a full set of resources for patients and families receiving care at Steward Health Care hospitals in MA: mass.gov/StewardResources. Still have questions? Call our dedicated Steward Health Care call center at (833) 305-2070, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (excluding MA holidays).
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Don't miss these upcoming virtual Stakeholder Listening Sessions to discuss strategies to reduce the harms associated with problem gambling. Everett: 10/1, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Register: https://lnkd.in/e5tVdK9G Springfield: 10/3, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Register: https://lnkd.in/eWTfxG7M