@MassDPH

Tweeting from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health

 Boston, MA
mass.gov/dph
Joined March 2009
  • Tweets30.9K
  • Following321
  • Followers67.7K
25.6KMedia
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.

88
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
A sleeping baby in pajamas is lying on a crib mattress. The text "Protected. By you." is overlaid in the upper left corner.

ALT A sleeping baby in pajamas is lying on a crib mattress. The text "Protected. By you." is overlaid in the upper left corner.

1
175
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
Blue graphic with text reading, "October is Bullying Prevention Month." The image includes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health logo and the hashtag #StopBullying.

ALT Blue graphic with text reading, "October is Bullying Prevention Month." The image includes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health logo and the hashtag #StopBullying.

261
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
A young Asian woman stands confidently with arms crossed, wearing a denim shirt over a white top. The image features the text "Get care you can trust" next to the logo for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

ALT A young Asian woman stands confidently with arms crossed, wearing a denim shirt over a white top. The image features the text "Get care you can trust" next to the logo for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).

224
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.

1
1
395
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
A sleeping baby with a pacifier rests in a crib. A gentle hand is placed on the baby's chest. The text beside the crib reads, "Protected. By you.

ALT A sleeping baby with a pacifier rests in a crib. A gentle hand is placed on the baby's chest. The text beside the crib reads, "Protected. By you.

329
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.

1
1
561
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.

ALT Blue graphic with text reading, "October is Bullying Prevention Month." The image includes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health logo and the hashtag #StopBullying.

1
1
321
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

314
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
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.

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.

369
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

304
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.

371
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
A Latina mother holds her baby while the baby crawls across the top of a bed

ALT A Latina mother holds her baby while the baby crawls across the top of a bed

294
Did something you eat make you sick? Learn about foodborne illness and how to report it to public health: bit.ly/3Tt8nZb
A logo featuring a stylized gear with circles, resembling a virus, flanked by a fork and knife. Text reads "REPORT MY MEAL" with "Massachusetts Department of Public Health" underneath.

ALT A logo featuring a stylized gear with circles, resembling a virus, flanked by a fork and knife. Text reads "REPORT MY MEAL" with "Massachusetts Department of Public Health" underneath.

370
It's important to build a safe environment for all LGBTQ youth. Parents, schools, and communities can all play a role in preventing bullying and helping LGBTQ youth feel physically and emotionally safe. Learn more: 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.

ALT Blue graphic with text reading, "October is Bullying Prevention Month." The image includes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health logo and the hashtag #StopBullying.

1
396
Bullying is preventable. Every young person deserves the right to feel safe in their community and their school. Learn more and share these strategies to prevent bullying: 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.

ALT Blue graphic with text reading, "October is Bullying Prevention Month." The image includes the Massachusetts Department of Public Health logo and the hashtag #StopBullying.

268
Avoid anti-abortion centers. Even if you're not looking for abortion care, these facilities are not a safe or trusted place to go for reproductive health care. Learn more at mass.gov/GetTrustedCare
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.

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.

263
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

259
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.

246
It's Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month — an opportunity to raise awareness about SIDS and the importance of keeping infants safe while they sleep. Learn more about infant safe sleep practices: mass.gov/SafeSleep
A person gently places a hand on a sleeping baby, who is lying in a crib with a pacifier. The text on the image reads "Protected. By you."

ALT A person gently places a hand on a sleeping baby, who is lying in a crib with a pacifier. The text on the image reads "Protected. By you."

1
283
Load more