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…
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Holiday Safety Tips from NEW Health
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…
Free Flu Clinic at NEW Health on Tuesday, December 10
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…
Taste of the North End Awards $20K to Local Non-Profits
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 is the Great American Smokeout
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…
Take NEW Health’s Community Survey
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…
Free Flu Clinic at NEW Health on Saturday October 19, 2013
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…
NEW Health Offers Urgent Care Appointments
North End Waterfront Health, located at 332 Hanover Street, is now opening its doors to patients in need of urgent appointments, for issues such as illness, infections, and minor injuries. Anyone is eligible to take advantage of this service—one does not need to have a physician at the health center. “As part of our continuing Read More…
Vaccination Info Session at North End Waterfront Health
Date: Thursday, October 24 Drop-In Times: 8-9 a.m. or 6-7 p.m. Where: 332 Hanover Street Vaccines were developed to protect people from dangerous and often fatal diseases. Today’s vaccines are safe and effective. Every year people die from diseases that could have been prevented. Some of these diseases are the flu, measles and whooping cough. Read More…
Back to School Tips from NEW Health’s Pediatrician
The time of year that every child fears is fast approaching: back to school. It is also a time for parents to think about their child’s health for the year ahead. There are several health-related concerns to consider as your child prepares to start a new school year, says Gale LoPreste, MD, pediatrician at North Read More…
24th North End Family Pride Day Features Community Festivities [Photos]
North End Family Pride Day had perfect weather for the festivities on Sunday at Langone Park on Commercial Street. The Johnny Paolo Memorial Bocce Tournament was held as was the 23rd LaFesta Baseball Exchange game. Keeping everyone entertained were live performances from Crosstown and Street Magic. As always, the Nazzaro Center Kids Talent Show was Read More…
NCQA Recognizes NEW Health as Patient-Centered Medical Home
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) recently recognized North End Waterfront Health as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). The health center received this accolade for using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus on highly coordinated care and long term participative relationships. The NCQA is a private, non-profit organization whose goal is to improve the healthcare Read More…