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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
1 month
Carney Hospital in Dorchester is closed. Find other options for healthcare. The Mayor’s Health Line can help you sign up for health insurance and find a primary care provider. Call 617-534-5050 (Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Learn more at .
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
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#ClearTheCrib to create a safe sleep area for baby! Share this fun challenge with new parents and caregivers to help them practice creating a safe infant sleep environment. Learn more at .  #SafeToSleep #BabySleep
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
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Join us for our health insurance enrollment event on October 21 at the Lower Mills Branch of the Boston Public Library. If you have questions about the event or to learn more about your health insurance options, call the Mayor's Health Line at 617-534-5050.
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
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2025 Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15 through December 7, 2024. Use this time to renew, drop, or switch health plan coverage. Call the Mayor’s Health Line today at 617-534-5050 or visit us at to work with a certified counselor.
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
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Taking care of your mental health at work is important. Check out these tips that can help you manage your mental health. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
5 days
We want to hear from Boston residents 14+! Take our Community Health Needs Assessment to help inform our public health planning. The survey should take no longer than 7- 10 minutes. Survey responses are confidential. Help us build a healthier city at
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
6 days
Do you need help buying fresh, nutritious food? Our team can screen to see if SNAP is right for you and help submit your SNAP application. Call us at 617-534-5050 to schedule an appointment with someone from our team.
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
7 days
You can receive free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations at Boston City Hall on October 21 and 24. You do not need an appointment. If you have insurance, please bring your insurance card with you. If you are not insured, you can still receive free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
11 days
If you’re 18 or older and have a job, it’s state law to have health coverage. Unsure if you’re covered or have other questions? Call us at 617-534-5050. You can also visit to get the information you need and make sure you have coverage.
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@BOSTON_EMS
Boston EMS
1 month
Interested in working at Boston EMS, but not an EMT? Start a new career with us. Applications are now open for the Boston EMS Cadet program, where you learn while you earn! Cadets will work toward their EMT certification, while being employed by Boston EMS. (1/2)
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
13 days
We want Boston residents aged 14 and older to take our Community Health Needs Assessment. This survey informs our public health planning and guides the work in making Boston a healthier city for all. It takes 7- 10 minutes and is confidential. Visit
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
13 days
You can receive free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations at Boston City Hall on October 21 and 24. You do not need an appointment. If you have insurance, please bring your insurance card with you. If you are not insured, you can still receive free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations.
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
16 days
Protect yourself from West Nile Virus! The threat level for the virus is still high, especially during peak mosquito hours (dusk to dawn). The best way to reduce the risk of getting West Nile Virus is by avoiding mosquito bites. Learn more below.
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@CityLine5
WCVB CityLine
17 days
This week on @CityLine5 , @HealthyBoston  is hosting a one-day conference at Boston University focused on addressing health inequities impacting Black women. @OjikutuBisola  and Melissa Hector join @KarenHolmesWard , to discuss, Sunday at noon on #WCVB .
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
17 days
Today is National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to stop HIV stigma & to #StartTalkingHIV . Talk about testing, condoms, PrEP & medicines that treat HIV. Find testing near you: . You can also call the Mayor’s Health Line at 617-534-5050. #NGMHAAD
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
18 days
Keep your health insurance application information up to date! If you’re unsure if your information is up to date, or if you want to learn more, contact the Mayor’s Health Line by calling 617-534-5050 or visit .
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@BOSTON_EMS
Boston EMS
19 days
For 35 years, EMT Michael Steiner has exceptionally served the @CityOfBoston with professionalism and compassion. Today is his last day with #BostonEMS before retirement. Assigned to Ambulance 1, 8, 9, 10, 14, EMT Steiner received many commendations throughout his career. (1/2)
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@HealthyBoston
Boston Public Health Commission
19 days
We’re headed to @TuftsUniversity to talk with students about careers in public health! Join us on Friday, September 27 at the Tufts University Career Fair. Explore your future in public health at #TuftsUniversity #Tufts #BostonJobs
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