Public health has increasingly recognized that people’s health depends not only on medical care but also on the social conditions in which they live. This approach is articulated through the […]

What Is Happening With the Flu in Massachusetts? The 2025–2026 flu season in Massachusetts has shown high levels of activity, with increased emergency room visits and hospitalizations across the state. […]

In Massachusetts, caregivers—many of whom are Latino—face unprecedented levels of emotional, physical, and financial pressure. Although their work sustains children, seniors, and people with disabilities, their burnout remains an invisible […]

In Massachusetts, community food pantries have become an essential pillar in the face of the rising cost of living and recent changes to programs like SNAP or WIC. Far from […]

Over the past few days, many families in Massachusetts have received news about possible interruptions in their SNAP benefits. This is due to the temporary federal government shutdown. SNAP is […]

Programs like Meals on Wheels have been a pillar of support for decades, delivering healthy meals in Massachusetts. In addition, and just as important, they also offer a moment of […]

From August 3 to 9, 2025, we celebrate National Health Center Week (NHCW). This week is dedicated to recognizing the impact of Community Health Centers (CHCs) across the United States. […]

Many Latino parents in Massachusetts are unaware that they can access programs like SNAP and WIC, Even if they do not have legal immigration status or are not citizens. SNAP […]

On July 3, 2025, the United States Congress passed the “Big Beautiful Bill” (H.R.1), a budget law championed by President Donald Trump that brings profound consequences, especially for Latino programs […]

In recent years, telehealth has moved from being a secondary option to becoming a fundamental pillar of the health system. With new health executive orders driving its expansion, it is […]