Region 1 (New England) - Center for Public Health Preparedness and Response (R1-CPHPR) Weekly Briefings Region 1 preparedness brief — October 12–19, 2026 The clearest planning developments are a continued CDC Ebola-related entry order and new voluntary federal...
Dear Health Department Colleagues, The Massachusetts Association of Health Boards is pleased to share an exciting opportunity from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health’s Emergency Preparedness Research, Evaluation and Practice Program. Health departments...
July 15, 2026 This information is being provided for educational purposes only and is not to be construed as legal advice. For legal advice, please contact your municipal attorney. What is Cyclospora? Cyclospora cayetanensis is a microscopic parasite that can cause an...
Introduction: This memorandum is intended to provide guidance to municipal health departments, boards of health, and public health excellence collaboratives on strategies to create alternative, additional funding sources to maintain service levels in challenging...
EXCERPT: A. Generally: a. Public Health Nurses (PHNs) are protected from legal liability for any negligent act or failure to act related to their duties and responsibilities. b. Public Employers, including the Commonwealth, cities and towns (municipalities), counties...
MAHB submits recommendations to state agencies on the regulation, siting, and public health considerations of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Massachusetts.
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