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We've Changed Our Name!
For over fifty years, The Medical Foundation has been a leader in public health and medical research grantmaking. In that time, we have grown and expanded our focus. Our new name better reflects our values, our skills, and our work. Welcome to Health Resources in Action.
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Health Resources in Action undertook the most comprehensive investigation of asthma prevalence and predictors ever conducted in the New England region.
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Using a social marketing campaign and alternative marketing strategies, Health Resources in Action developed Massachusett's first online database of teen-friendly health centers with URhealthstyle.com.
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Health Resources in Action developed culturally-adapted health communication materials for Spanish, Portuguese, and Chinese speaking elders around the dangers of alcohol and medication interaction.
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Health Resources in Action is a nonprofit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts dedicated to promoting public health and advancing medical research. In partnership with federal and state government agencies, academic and research institutions, nonprofits, and communities throughout the country, Health Resources in Action’s staff use innovative approaches to solve critical public health issues and to create healthier, more vibrant communities.