by Mary Wright, RN, Health Educator, North End Waterfront Health Once again it has come to our attention that a number of used hypodermic needles have been found in a several locations in the North End. Here is a reminder about needle safety and the steps you should take if you see a need or get stuck Read More…
North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health) is conducting a brief patient satisfaction survey as part of its ongoing Community Needs Assessment. If you are a current NEW Health patient please click here to take the 10-question survey. The results will help us provide the best care to our neighborhood and patients. Thank you in advance Read More…
Stop by North End Waterfront Health at 332 Hanover Street on Thursday, February 20 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for the “Circle of Red” women’s heart disease prevention event. Nurses will be on hand to provide blood pressure screenings. You can also spin the heart-health wheel for a chance to win a small prize. Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, Health Educator, North End Waterfront Health It has come to our attention that a number of used hypodermic needles have been found in a several locations in the North End. Here is a reminder about needle safety and the steps you should take if you see a need or get stuck Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator, North End Waterfront Health The weather is expected to dip back into the teens later this week, so here’s a reminder about winter safety tips: Dress in layers. Wear a hat. Wear non-skid boots. For safety and visibility, wear a brightly colored scarf or hat. Cover exposed skin with Read More…
by Health Educator Mary Wright, RN As the holidays approach, here are a few tips on keeping your family safe this winter. Never leave candles unattended. Keep burning candles, matches, and lighters out of reach of children. Keep candles away from drapes or other materials that might catch fire. Turn off the tree lights, put Read More…
North End Waterfront Health is offering a free flu clinic on Tuesday, December 10 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Standard trivalent, latex-free vaccine provided by the Boston Public Health Commission will be used. During these times, the flu shot will be free for everyone over the age of 18. Children under the age of Read More…
Last week, Taste of the North End donated more than $20,000 to North End Against Drugs, NEMPAC, North End Athletic Association, the Nazzarro Center, Saint John School, Eliot School, ABCD, and Boston Youth Wrestling. The remainder of the proceeds went to North End Waterfront Health, which sponsors the event along with its founder and president, Read More…
Thursday, November 21, is the Great American Smoke Out. It’s the day that the American Cancer Society challenges smokers to quit smoking for 1 day. It also provides an opportunity to educate people about the tools that are available to help them quit and stay quit. Here are some facts from the American Cancer Society: Read More…
North End Waterfront Health, located at 332 Hanover St., is conducting a survey in order to gauge the health needs of the neighborhood. The 30-question survey is confidential and anonymous – you do not need to provide any identifiers to take the survey. You also do not need to be a patient at the health Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, NEAD Board Member, Health Educator for North End Waterfront Health North End Against Drugs (NEAD) is asking that anyone coming to family dinner on Monday night bring a new hat and gloves sized for men and women that will be donated to St. Francis House. Any one in the community can Read More…
North End Waterfront Health is offering a free flu clinic on Saturday, October 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Standard trivalent, latex-free vaccine provided by the Boston Public Health Commission will be used. During these times, the flu shot will be free for everyone over the age of 18. Children under the age of Read More…