Bigger and better than ever was the 18th Taste of the North End, held on Friday, May 4, 2012 at DCR’s Steriti Rink on Commercial Street. Over 500 guests sampled from more than 35 popular North End eateries showcasing a wide array of delectable appetizers, cheeses, entrees and desserts, and sipped on refreshing libations from [...]
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North End Waterfront Health Observes Patient Safety Week
In light of this week being Patient Safety Awareness Week, North End Waterfront Health would like to remind the community of a few tips that will keep us all safer. When leaving home, be sure that all windows and doors are locked. Walk purposefully, head up and eyes forward. If you are being followed, turn [...]
Heart Health Event at North End Waterfront Health
North End Waterfront Health is hosting a “Circle of Red” women’s heart health event on Thursday, February 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, which is sponsored by the American Heart Association and Massachusetts General Hospital, will include heart health screenings, games and prizes, heart healthy snacks, and a health information table – [...]
Information About Women and Heart Disease
by Mary Wright, Health Educator at North End Waterfront Health Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women in the United States. In fact, more women than men die each year from heart attacks. 1 in 4 women die from heart disease every year while 1 in 30 women die from breast cancer. [...]
North End Waterfront Health Joins Petition Drive to Support Health Centers
North End Waterfront Health is participating in a national petition drive organized by the National Association of Community Health Centers calling on Congress and the President to oppose Medicaid Cuts and increase funding to health centers. Health Centers like NEW Health are currently the family doctor and health care home for nearly 23 million people [...]
Photos: North End 2011 Christmas Fund Luncheon
The annual North End 2011 Christmas Fund Luncheon brought out hundreds of neighborhood friends to Filippo’s Restaurant on December 15, 2011. The event raised over $7,000 for North End seniors, families and children. The fund sent out 232 checks this year to those in need. The committee honored two individuals for their contributions to the [...]
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Holiday Happenings at North End Waterfront Health
The health center celebrated the holiday season with many fun activities this year. Villa Michelangelo Adult Day Center members had a blast making gingerbread houses. And the kids at the Children’s Center had a surprise visit from Santa. After singing a few songs to the Jolly Old Elf, the children shared their holiday wishes. Everyone [...]
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Saint John School “Make a Difference” 2011 Celebration & Recognition Event Photos
It was an evening of celebration and recognition at the 2011 Saint John School “Make A Difference” Autumn Cocktail Reception held on November 17, 2011 at the Fairmont Battery Wharf Hotel. Saint John School celebrates 116 years of Catholic education in the North End. The event brought out neighbors, alumni, and community leaders giving thanks [...]
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Saint John School Honors Health Educator Mary Wright
North End Waterfront Health Educator Mary Wright receives award from St. John School, joined by her husband, son and NEW Health staff. by Marianne Aiello North End Waterfront Health’s Health Educator Mary Wright was honored on Thursday, November 17, by St. John School for her outstanding work with youth in the North End. Wright is [...]
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Five Foot Health Facts from North End Waterfront Health
As North End residents transition from flip flops to boots, they may notice foot pain or problems that lay dormant over the summer. With this in mind, here are five foot facts from North End Waterfront Health’s podiatrists. 1. Corns and calluses are the skin’s way of protecting itself from pressure and friction. The pressure [...]
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