We oppose HB 1449, legislation that would restrict the hours that school-based vaccine clinics may operate and require a parent or legal guardian to be physically present during vaccine administration.

Recently, community members gathered at the Rochester American Legion for the Strafford County Public Health Network (SCPHN) Advocacy Breakfast — a reminder that public health doesn’t happen only in clinics or hospitals. It is shaped by community decisions, local partnerships, and public policy.

Even without symptoms, Hepatitis B can still cause serious liver damage. Testing at least once in your lifetime is recommended for all adults — and more often for those at risk of exposure

We stand ready to work with public officials, health systems, community organizations, and residents to protect public health, strengthen trust, and uphold the dignity and safety of every person in New Hampshire.

On January 19, the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth will host its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Awards Luncheon.

Vaccines are one of the safest and most effective tools available to protect children from preventable disease

Vaccines keep kids safe from deadly diseases and protect whole communities. Learn why immunization is vital to New Hampshire’s public health and future.

NHPHA Board members help shape statewide public health policy, strengthen workforce development, and support advocacy efforts that benefit all New Hampshire residents.

As NH faces rising misinformation, shifting policies, and real barriers to vaccine access, VaxWellNH’s mission is both urgent and achievable. This work begins now—and it will take all of us.

The spread of vaccine misinformation—especially from federal agencies—creates confusion and puts families at risk. The science is clear: vaccines do not cause autism, and they remain one of our strongest tools to keep Granite Staters healthy.

Every time an infectious disease makes the news, public trust in health systems is tested. But sometimes the threat isn’t the disease itself — it’s how we talk about it. That’s why publicizing “two positive tuberculosis tests” in a state of 1.4 million people is not just misleading; it’s irresponsible from a public health perspective.

Even healthy adults can experience long recoveries and missed work from respiratory infections. Taking a few minutes this fall to schedule your shots can make a big difference through the winter season.

Staying up to date on your vaccination is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself, your family, and your community from the negative impacts of illness.

By staying up to date on vaccines and monitoring respiratory illness activity, we can reduce the spread of disease and protect our communities—especially those most vulnerable to severe illness.

Local farmers’ markets and fresh, minimally processed foods can improve your health, fight disease, and strengthen New Hampshire communities.

Medicaid expansion is vital for NH’s families, hospitals, and economy. Learn why cuts would harm thousands and what you can do to protect healthcare access.

From heatwaves to ice storms, climate change is driving extreme weather in all seasons, reshaping how we prepare for health and safety year-round.

Measles is resurging in the U.S. Low vaccination rates put NH kids at risk. Learn why the MMR vaccine is crucial and how we can prevent dangerous outbreaks.

We need to speak up for public health.

This session highlighted how fear and policy confusion can create real health disparities. But it also offered a path forward.