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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · 7d

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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 7d

At the Corporate Fair Share hearing

Sen. Liz Miranda: “When we allow large corporations to exploit the tax code, we are not just draining resources from our commonwealth we are deepening racial and economic inequality.” #mapoli

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · 7d

Corporate Fair Share can help stop devastating federal cuts and protect critical services that Massachusetts families depend on for their health and well-being.

Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 7d

Oami Amarasingham of the Massachusetts Public Health Association: “We don’t want to see MA backslide in health and wellness and support raising new revenue.” #mapoli

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Aug 12

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨

Are you passionate about #healthequity & #racialjustice? MPHA is looking for a Director of Campaigns to join our small but mighty team. Know someone who’d be a perfect fit? Like, share, & tag them to spread the word!

Learn more and apply now: bit.ly/MPHACampaignDirector2025

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Jul 25

The summer edition of our Alliance Monthly newsletter is here! Highlights include:

✅ Vaccine lawsuit updates
✅ Upcoming action: Raise your voice to lift the ban on rent control
✅ A Day in the Life of a Public Health Inspector
...and more!

Read the full newsletter: conta.cc/3TW9ePo

Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Jul 21

TY @globeopinion.bsky.social for highlighting #MA's efforts to protect #VaccinePolicy! As the federal govt. undermines science-based vax policies, MA aims to give state health officials more authority over vax guidance to help maintain public trust & access. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/07/16/o...

Mass. shouldn’t rely on RFK Jr.’s appointees for vaccine advice - The Boston Globe

The state has long deferred to a federal vaccine panel. But that’s no longer wise.

www.bostonglobe.com

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Jul 10

🎉 The premiere is finally here! In partnership with the Framingham Health Department, MPHA highlights the often-unseen role of local public health inspectors in Massachusetts.
Follow along to see how local public health protects us where we live, work, and play—every single day.
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Day in the Life: Public Health Inspection

YouTube video by Massachusetts Public Health Alliance

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Jul 9

Public health never rests, and neither does the Framingham Public Health Department.

Trailer drops tomorrow — full video premiering July 10th.🎬

✅ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and join the story.
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MedPage Today @medpagetoday.com · Jul 7

BREAKING: Medical and public health organizations sued the Department of Health and Human Services and its secretary over changes to U.S. vaccine policy. @apha.org @idsainfo.bsky.social @acpimphysicians.bsky.social @mapublichealth.org @kristinafiore.bsky.social
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Pregnant Doc, Medical Groups Sue Over Kennedy's New Vax Recs

Groups ask court to restore CDC's recommendation to vaccinate kids, pregnant people against COVID

www.medpagetoday.com

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Jul 7

BREAKING: MPHA filed a lawsuit against HHS/Secretary Kennedy to stop unlawful changes to vaccine policy and defend public health. We refuse to stand by while America’s public health safeguards are torn apart. This ends now. mapublichealth.org/wp-content/u...

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Jul 3

What do a tattoo shop, pool, and a bakery have to do with public health? More than you think. A Day in the Life premieres July 10th.

✅ Subscribe to our YouTube so you don’t miss the premiere, and stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes looks at public health in action!

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Jun 27

#ICYMI: The Alliance Monthly, our June 2025 newsletter, is here! Highlights include:

✅ FY26 state budget is in Conference
✅ RFK Jr.’s unclean ‘sweep’ of CDC vaccine panel
✅ Ongoing action to protect SNAP
...and more!

Read the full issue: conta.cc/45Ip5YU

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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · Jun 8

TOMORROW: Solidarity Rally at Boston City Hall Plaza calling for the immediate release of SEIU California president David Huerta and an end to ICE raids

Solidarity Rally:
Free David Huerta
End ICE Raids

Monday, June 9
Boston City Hall - Circle Plaza
Gather at 1:30 pm
Rally: 2 pm to 3 pm

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · May 20

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨

Are you passionate about #healthequity and #racialjustice? MPHA is looking for an Operations Manager to join our team. Know someone who’d be a perfect fit? Like, share, and tag them to spread the word!

Learn more and apply now: bit.ly/MPHAOperationsManager2025

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · May 12

This #MunicipalPublicHealthMonday, we're spotlighting how Public Health Excellence funds help local public health officials get the training they need to protect their communities, from clean water to disease prevention.

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Elizabeth Jacobs, PhD @elizabethjacobs.bsky.social · May 12

Vaccination rates are dropping.

Mr. Kennedy can’t stop lying about vaccines.

He needs to go.

Call your elected representatives and tell them that RFK Jr. is committing #PublicHealthMalpractice.

@defendpublichealth.bsky.social

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Elizabeth Jacobs, PhD @elizabethjacobs.bsky.social · May 12

RFK Jr. said that “we will have definite answers (on the causes of autism) within a year…and very good answers within 6 months”.

Real science doesn’t work like that. It takes thought and care and time.

Unless you’re about to do some policy-based evidence making.

#PublicHealthMalpractice

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Defend Public Health @defendpublichealth.bsky.social · May 12

#PublicHealthMalpractice

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Public Health Institute @publichealthinst.bsky.social · May 7

Across the country, #grassroots leaders are transforming how #data is used—reclaiming it as a tool for building health, justice and #community power.

#PublicHealth 🧵

Those Who Hold the Data Shape the Future

Community organizations focused on ownership and resident-led initiatives are finding new ways to use data to build agency, inform…

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · May 5

This week’s #MunicipalPublicHealthMonday: Even before Nashoba Valley Medical Center closed in 2024, PHE-supported nurses were delivering care across towns. Now, with the hospital gone, these services—screenings, education & referrals—are more vital than ever.

Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Apr 28

This #MunicipalPublicHealthMonday, we’re highlighting local public health workers on Martha’s Vineyard. Through the PHE program, local health boards are tackling key issues like affordable housing, climate change, and mosquito-borne illnesses, empowering residents to make informed health decisions.

Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Apr 23

#ICYMI: The Alliance Monthly, our April 2025 newsletter, is here! Highlights include:

✅ Early bird extension for the Spring Awards Breakfast
✅ FY26 state budget in motion
✅ Local public health lit drop at the State House
✅ Navigating policy surrounding OPCs

Read the full issue: conta.cc/4jt2HGk

Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Apr 22

Still haven’t secured your seat for MPHA’s 23rd Annual Spring Awards Breakfast on June 6? There’s still time!

Early bird tickets are available through Friday, April 25 at 5 PM.

Tickets are moving fast — reserve your spot today: bit.ly/2025SABRegistration

Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Apr 21

This #MunicipalPublicHealthMonday, we’re spotlighting how #PublicHealthExcellence funding powers 150+ MA communities to track disease, respond to outbreaks like whooping cough, and detect emerging threats like alpha-gal syndrome.

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Apr 18

Yes! It was definitely similar. We are now working on translating the gallery into a digital medium to be able to share on our website. We'll have that up and running in a few short weeks.

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Massachusetts Public Health Alliance @mapublichealth.org · Apr 18

Don't miss your chance to grab early bird tickets for our Spring Awards Breakfast — now extended through Friday, 4/25 at 5 PM!

Join us for a morning of celebration, networking, & resistance. We're honoring 4 incredible #publichealth champions — & tickets are going fast! bit.ly/2025SABRegistration

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