Massachusetts Department of Public Health

DPH's WIC nutrition staff bring science‑backed expertise to help families build healthier habits, boost energy, and feel their best. Explore our nutrition and breastfeeding education materials: https://lnkd.in/e-ntMMKN. #NationalNutritionMonth

In celebration of #WorldDoulaWeek, we’re excited to share that registration is now open for the Massachusetts Doula Community of Practice! 📍 What is the Doula Community of Practice? Sponsored by Massachusetts Department of Public Health and developed in partnership with Health Leads, Massachusetts Doula Community of Practice is a space for doulas, facilitated by doulas, to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Sessions center doula voice and focus on peer learning, mentorship, and building community across the workforce. 📍 Who is this for? Open to all doulas across Massachusetts at all stages, whether you are just starting out or have years of experience. Sessions focus on real-world challenges, including navigating billing, building relationships with hospitals, and sustaining your work as a doula. 📍 Why join? This is a space to ask questions, share challenges, get support, and learn from other doulas across the state. Join us if you are a practicing doula in Massachusetts looking to connect with peers, advance maternal health equity through your work, or be part of a statewide doula community! 📅 Session dates: April 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM ET May 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM ET June 3, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM ET Register here!: https://lnkd.in/efrt39P3 #Doula #PublicHealth #CommunityofPractice #MaternalHealth

Interested in learning more about pathogen genomics for disease surveillance & response? Our colleagues at Massachusetts Department of Public Health have developed two online foundational courses the subject for the New England Pathogen Genomics Center of Excellence. These two free courses are available through Harvard Medical School Professional, Corporate, and Continuing Education, open to anyone, any time. http://spr.ly/6040B6YQ36

Providers: your recommendation can go a long way in encouraging patients to get screened for colon cancer. Use this clinician guide to help you start the conversation: https://lnkd.in/ghdmuJy. #ColorectalCancer #ColorectalCancerAwareness

Massachusetts Department of Public Health advises consumers to dispose of raw cheddar cheese sold by Raw Farm, LLC due to ongoing E. coli outbreak: https://lnkd.in/eY6stWa4

Massachusetts Department of Public Health advises extending respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) immunizations for infants for an additional month: https://lnkd.in/esNMTXmJ

We’re looking for our next public health hospital leader. Our four public health hospitals serve as the Commonwealth’s safety net, providing acute and chronic medical care to over 700 patients. Learn about the open position — and our outstanding benefits. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/e5cVe5Nq. #Hiring #PublicHealthJobs #HospitalJobs

Are you our next Assistant Director of Legal Involved Services? Make an impact statewide. Work at DPH and use your skills to support the health of your friends, neighbors, and community. What you’ll get in return: meaningful work, exceptional colleagues, and outstanding benefits. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/ej4pfUG2                                                                                                                                                                                                              #Hiring #PublicHealth #PublicHealthJobs

Statement from Governor Healey on federal court decision blocking changes to RFK’s damaging childhood vaccine guidance: https://lnkd.in/exX9Ke6z.

We have an excellent opportunity in hospital leadership for a fiscal and operational guru - check us out! bit.ly/260001G7LI Massachusetts Department of Public Health #StateJobs #MAJobs #BostonJobs #HospitalJobs #HospitalCareers #BostonCareers #LeadershipCareers #PublicHealthCareers