Public Health

Promoting a healthier commonwealth.  

Health starts in patients’ everyday lives. MHA and its membership help shape efforts to improve the overall health of people and their communities.  

Key Areas

  • Educating.

    Informing and promoting healthy lifestyles. 

  • Supporting.

    Supporting community-based health initiatives.  

  • Leading.

    Leading through public health events and emergencies. 

  • Preparing for the Next Public Health Emergency

    In the wake of COVID-19, MHA convened more than 200 leaders across Massachusetts healthcare to analyze the most crucial lessons learned from the pandemic response. 

    The resulting “Better Together” report outlines how Massachusetts can prepare for the next public health emergency and improve our healthcare system as a whole. 

  • Care in the Community

    Each year, Massachusetts hospitals devote more than $700 million to programs that improve health in the places where their patients live, work, and play. 

  • Department of Public Health

    The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health promotes the health and wellbeing of all residents by ensuring access to high-quality public health and healthcare services, focusing on prevention and wellness, and health equity for all.

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