@MassDPH

Tweeting from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health

 Boston, MA
mass.gov/dph
Joined March 2009
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Our Massachusetts Health Data Tool is a valuable resource for supporting community health needs assessments, grant writing, research, and more. Join us November 10th at 2pm for a free webinar to learn how its data can support your work. Register here: bit.ly/48iWEk8
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Share your story and help us address barriers to health in your community: take our 2026 Community Health Equity Survey. Your feedback's anonymous, and we'll use survey results to make better informed decisions about programs and resources where you live: mass.gov/HealthSurvey
This image is a promotional graphic for a health survey by mass.gov. It features a diverse group of smiling individuals in a grid of colorful squares, alongside text that reads: "What makes a community healthy & strong? Your voice. Take the survey now!" The Department of Public Health logo is at the bottom, with a web address of mass.gov/HealthSurvey

ALT This image is a promotional graphic for a health survey by mass.gov. It features a diverse group of smiling individuals in a grid of colorful squares, alongside text that reads: "What makes a community healthy & strong? Your voice. Take the survey now!" The Department of Public Health logo is at the bottom, with a web address of mass.gov/HealthSurvey

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Flu and COVID vaccines help protect you and your family against seasonal variants and lower the risk of severe illness. Learn more at mass.gov/SeasonalVaccines
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Some people are at higher risk of getting severely ill from food poisoning, including people 65 and older, kids under 5 years old, people with weakened immune systems, and pregnant people. Learn how to protect yourself and others from food poisoning: bit.ly/4dkBZ1Y
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As the weather gets colder, make sure your newborn doesn't get too hot while they are sleeping. The best room temperature for your baby is between 68F and 72F. Learn more infant safe sleep practices: mass.gov/SafeSleep #SafeSleep
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Foodborne illness causes sudden symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach cramps after eating or drinking something contaminated with germs. If you think you have foodborne illness, report it to public health officials: bit.ly/3Tt8nZb
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Cyberbullying is bullying but on any digital platform. Every young person deserves the right to feel safe wherever they are – in the community, at school, and online. Learn what to do if you think your child is a victim of cyberbullying: bit.ly/4i4cwwE #StopBullying
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If you've been to an anti-abortion center (facilities that are often called “crisis pregnancy centers”) and had a concerning experience, you can file a complaint online or by phone. Learn how at mass.gov/GetTrustedCare
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Share your story and help us address barriers to health in your community: take our 2026 Community Health Equity Survey. Your feedback's anonymous, and we'll use survey results to make better informed decisions about programs and resources where you live: mass.gov/HealthSurvey
This image is a promotional graphic for a health survey by mass.gov. It features a diverse group of smiling individuals in a grid of colorful squares, alongside text that reads: "What makes a community healthy & strong? Your voice. Take the survey now!" The Department of Public Health logo is at the bottom, with a web address of mass.gov/HealthSurvey

ALT This image is a promotional graphic for a health survey by mass.gov. It features a diverse group of smiling individuals in a grid of colorful squares, alongside text that reads: "What makes a community healthy & strong? Your voice. Take the survey now!" The Department of Public Health logo is at the bottom, with a web address of mass.gov/HealthSurvey

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Are you an older adult? It’s especially important that you stay up to date with your seasonal vaccines. Protect yourself against severe illness and long COVID. Learn more at mass.gov/SeasonalVaccines.
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Some people are at higher risk of getting severely ill from food poisoning, including people 65 and older, kids under 5 years old, people with weakened immune systems, and pregnant people. Learn how to protect yourself and others from food poisoning: bit.ly/4dkBZ1Y
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Always place your baby on their back to sleep in a firm, flat crib or bassinet that's free of toys, blankets, and pillows. Follow the ABCs of safe sleep: Alone, Back, Crib. Learn more: mass.gov/SafeSleep #SIDSAwarenessMonth
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Got food poisoning? Help prevent others from getting sick by reporting it to public health officials: bit.ly/3Tt8nZb
The image shows the logo for "Report My Meal" by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. It features a fork on the left, a gear with circular designs in the middle, and a knife on the right.

ALT The image shows the logo for "Report My Meal" by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. It features a fork on the left, a gear with circular designs in the middle, and a knife on the right.

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Parents can play an important role in preventing bullying. If you think your child is being bullied at school or online, these tips can help you start a conversation to let them know you care and what you can do together to make it stop: bit.ly/4i4cwwE #StopBullying
Blue graphic with text reading, "October is Bullying Prevention Month." The image includes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health logo and the hashtag #StopBullying.

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Learn more about lead and your child’s health: bit.ly/4ihvSNG #NLPPW2026 #LeadFreeKids
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Abortion is safe, legal, and accessible in Massachusetts. Anti-abortion centers, which can look like medical facilities, may mislead pregnant individuals about their options – including abortion care. Learn more at mass.gov/GetTrustedCare
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ALT A young woman of color stands with folded arms next to bold text that reads, "AVOID Anti-Abortion Centers." The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) logo is displayed at the bottom left.

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Share your story and help us address barriers to health in your community: take our 2026 Community Health Equity Survey. Your feedback's anonymous, and we'll use survey results to make better informed decisions about programs and resources where you live: mass.gov/HealthSurvey
This image is a promotional graphic for a health survey by mass.gov. It features a diverse group of smiling individuals in a grid of colorful squares, alongside text that reads: "What makes a community healthy & strong? Your voice. Take the survey now!" The Department of Public Health logo is at the bottom, with a web address of mass.gov/HealthSurvey

ALT This image is a promotional graphic for a health survey by mass.gov. It features a diverse group of smiling individuals in a grid of colorful squares, alongside text that reads: "What makes a community healthy & strong? Your voice. Take the survey now!" The Department of Public Health logo is at the bottom, with a web address of mass.gov/HealthSurvey

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Flu and COVID vaccines help protect you and your family against seasonal variants and lower the risk of severe illness. Learn more at mass.gov/SeasonalVaccines
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Some people are at higher risk of getting severely ill from food poisoning, including people 65 and older, kids under 5 years old, people with weakened immune systems, and pregnant people. Learn how to protect yourself and others from food poisoning: bit.ly/4dkBZ1Y
A mother is feeding a smiling baby in a highchair using a pink spoon. The baby is holding colorful toys. The room is bright with natural light coming through a window.

ALT A mother is feeding a smiling baby in a highchair using a pink spoon. The baby is holding colorful toys. The room is bright with natural light coming through a window.

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Are you a new or expecting parent or caregiver? Make your baby's sleep environment as safe as possible. Learn how you can place your baby safely to sleep: mass.gov/SafeSleep #SIDSAwarenessMonth
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