by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health Enterovirus is a common virus that generally causes mild cold symptoms. Hand foot and mouth disease is also caused by a strain of enterovirus. Hospitals in several states are reporting an increase in the number of children with a more virulent strain of Enterovirus Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health It’s back to school and time to think about what your child may need to make a smooth transition from summertime to school hours and rules. Here are some things to consider as your child heads back to school: Immunizations need to be up Read More…
August 10-16 is National Health Center Week and North End Waterfront Health is proud to be a part of the healthcare network that serves half of Boston residents. In honor of National Health Center Week, here are a few facts about community health centers: There are over 1,200 Health Centers in all 50 states and U.S. Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health West Nile Virus (WNV) has been detected in a mosquito pool in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston. WNV has been detected in Boston every year since 2000 during the summer and fall months (June-November). WNV in people is rare. Most people are at Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health Hot weather often causes people to lose their appetite but it is important to eat and drink enough to keep you healthy. When it is hot and you do not feel like eating big meals, have 5 or 6 smaller snack like meals during Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health Drowning is the fifth leading cause of unintentional cause of death in the US. It is the number one cause of death in children between the ages of 1 and 4 years of age. To stay safe while swimming, remember these rules. They apply Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health The Fourth of July is a time for celebration and fun. Here are a few tips to help you have a fun and safe time. Use sunscreen with at least an SPF of 30. If you are taking medication, check that it does have Read More…
North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health) is undergoing renovations on its first and third floors in order to improve patient flow and enhance the patient experience. The federally-funded health center, located at 332 Hanover Street, recently became an accredited Patient Centered Medical Home, which means its primary care practice features physician-led patient-focused teams that work Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health June is “Safety Month”. It’s a good time to review or make a safety plan. Everyone should have an emergency family plan. A plan is needed for all emergencies, not just for a terrorism emergency. You should also be prepared for weather emergencies such Read More…
In response to evolving patient needs, North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health) is pleased to announce that it now accepts BMC HealthNet and Network Health insurance plans. The federally funded, Joint Commission-accredited health center, located at 332 Hanover Street in the North End, adds the two insurers to its comprehensive list of accepted health plans, Read More…
North End Waterfront Health CEO Jim Luisi met with Vice President Joe Biden in Washington D.C. on May 20 to discuss the Affordable Care Act and improving funding for community health centers. Mr. Luisi was invited to the White House as part of his role as Speaker of the House for the National Association of Community Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, Health Educator at North End Waterfront Health Seven tips for a healthy and happy Memorial Day: Keep the Bug’s Away. Use store-bought bug spray or try natural alternatives to beat those pesky mosquitoes. You can spray on a diluted liquid garlic concentrate or apply vinegar, tea tree oil or soybean oil Read More…