Bay State News & Program Updates


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Tweeting from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health
There's an emergency blood shortage here in MA. By making an appointment to donate blood, you'll help make sure patients receive lifesaving medical treatments. Visit https://www.redcrossblood.org, call 1-800-RED-CROSS, or contact your local hospital to schedule your donation.
Mosquitoes are still hard at work - even into the autumn. Keep taking steps to protect yourself and your family from bites and the illness they can cause. Learn more at https://mass.gov/MosquitoesAndTicks
Learn how to build an affordable emergency supply kit at https://mass.gov/BePrepared.
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: https://bit.ly/4dkBZ1Y
If you're concerned about the safety and well-being of a Veteran in your life, stand by them. Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255, to access free, confidential, and non-judgmental support from the Veterans Crisis Line - anytime day or night. Learn more: https://veteranscrisisline.net
Mosquitoes are still hard at work - even into the autumn. Keep taking steps to protect yourself and your family from bites and the illness they can cause. Learn more at https://mass.gov/MosquitoesAndTicks

Training Hub Program Updates
SAPHE 2.0 Passed & the efforts shall continue to ensure quality Local Public Health Services throughout the Commonwealth
Summary of changes to FDA Course Requirements for Massachusetts Local Public Health Training Program for Tier 1: 8/1/2024


