Mass General researchers working to stop the spread of infectious disease are worried that proposed cuts to the NIH budget would eliminate a key resource for global health efforts. Read more at massgeneral.org.
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Health Concerns about Natural Gas Infrastructure in Massachusetts
Open Letter to the U.S. Senate about health care reform
Rally to Take Back Health
Despite our victory in stopping the AHCA, we know that the assault on affordable, high quality healthcare, especially for the most vulnerable, will continue. But, we also see a great opportunity for Massachusetts to lead the way in progressive healthcare reform. This rally will be in support of the National Day of Action for Improved Medicare for All this Saturday, April 8th 12pm at the Massachusetts State House. RSVP here.
Tuesday: Organizing for Health: People, Power and Change
Join Harvard Medical School, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, and Harvard Kennedy School as they welcome Dr. Marshall Ganz to present on Organizing for Health: People, Power and Change Tuesday April 4 6pm at the HMS Joseph Martin Center. Click here to RSVP.
Stand up for Science!
Physicians for Policy Action invites you to join us at the Boston March for Science on the Boston Common on April 22nd. We’ll be representing all Partners Healthcare institutions. We’ll meet on the Bulfinch lawn at Massachusetts General Hospital at 12:00 pm, take a photo, and walk together to the Common for the rally at 2 pm. Bring signs and wear your white coats!
Click here for more info and register if you plan attend.
Our Mission
Physicians for Policy Action honors the special trust placed in physicians and other healthcare providers by advocating for local, regional and national policies that promote health and science, with a particular focus on vulnerable populations.
If you are a healthcare provider interested in joining click here to register.