Health & Environment

How to Stay Safe During a Heat Emergency

by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health During periods of extreme heat it is important that you find ways to stay cool and safe. Drink plenty of fluids. Don’t wait until you feel thirsty to drink fluids. Water is the best drink. It is important to avoid alcoholic beverages and liquids Read More…

Community Health & Environment

NEW Health Pediatrics Scores High in Patient Satisfaction

North End Waterfront Health’s pediatric practice scored high in patient satisfaction when compared to other pediatricians nationwide, according to a private patient satisfaction survey. 100% of parents whose children are seen by a physician at NEW Health said they would recommend their child’s provider to family and friends, according to the survey, which was conducted Read More…

Health & Environment

NEW Health Prepares to Install New Elevator

North End Waterfront Health is preparing to install a new elevator next week in an effort to provide patients with quicker, smoother transportation between floors. The interior of the elevator cab will also be revamped, creating a sleek new look. Construction is expected to last four weeks due to the specialized work required. NEW Health’s Read More…

Health & Environment

Sun Safety Tips from NEW Health

by North End Waterfront Health’s Health Educator Mary Wright, RN It’s summer and time to be out enjoying the warm weather. Here are some things to remember to keep you and your children safe in the sun: Use a sunscreen with at least 30 SPF. Use a broad spectrum sunscreen. Everyone, even those with darkly Read More…

Health & Environment

The Facts About Seasonal Allergies

by Mary Wright, RN, Health Educator, North End Waterfront Health About 20% of people have allergic rhinitis. Symptoms may include runny nose, itchy watery eyes and nasal congestion. People with asthma or a family history of allergies are at a greater risk of developing allergies. People may suffer from either seasonal rhinitis (symptoms at various Read More…

Community Photos & Videos Schools

Scholarships Awarded by North End Against Drugs & Nazzaro Youth Band Concert

North End Against Drugs presented its annual Michelina and Raymond Costa Scholarship Program on Monday May 20th at the Nazarro Center as part of the final family dinner series to close the 2013 school year. The evening began with an informative presentation by NEAD board member and Health Educator of North End Waterfront Health, Mary Read More…

Community Food & Drink Photos & Videos

20th “Taste of the North End” Brings Community Together For Largest Neighborhood Fundraiser [Photos]

The 20th Taste of the North End brought out the several hundred people to the Steriti Rink for a night of charitable giving to benefit community non-profit organizations. The annual fundraiser is celebrating 20 years and featured over 40 of the North End’s best restaurants giving back to the neighborhood. There was also a high Read More…

Community Photos & Videos

NEW Health, NEMPAC & Old North Join for Young Professionals Stump Trivia Night [Photos]

Stump Trivia Night brought out a big crowd of Young Professionals on Friday night to the Fisherman’s Club in the North End. Trivia questions were highlighted by live musical performances of The Jazz Quntet, Chroma. Free pizza from Ducali’s Pizzeria was enjoyed by all. The event was jointly hosted by three neighborhood non-profit organizations: North Read More…

Event Notices

Young Professionals Stump Trivia Night on Friday, April 26, 2013

It’s Stump Trivia Night for Young Professionals (21+ with ID) on Friday, April 26, 2013, 6:30 pm  at the Fisherman’s Club in the North End (corner of Fulton and Lewis Streets). In addition, there will be a live performance by The Jazz Quntet, Chroma and free pizza from Ducali’s Pizzeria. The event is being hosted by Read More…

Health & Environment

NEW Health to Host Public Drop-In Session in Response to Marathon Tragedy

The North End, and the entire City of Boston, is shaken and distressed by Monday’s tragic events. Even if you did not personally experience direct physical trauma from these events, they may present with emotional distress. It is very common for people to experience emotional aftershocks when they have experienced a horrible event directly or Read More…

Health & Environment

Facts about Dementia from North End Waterfront Health

by Mary Wright, RN, Nurse Educator Dementia is not a specific disease. It is a set of symptoms that affect a person’s ability to think, remember and reason to such an extent that it interferes with activities of daily life. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of progressive dementia. Dementia is considered a high Read More…

Community Transportation

NEW Health Expands Van Transportation Services to Community

North End Waterfront Health Expanding Van Transportation Services to the Community North End Waterfront Health is expanding the hours of its van transportation service for locals who need help getting around. The vans are now available to transport community members to local appointments from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Previously, the vans were in use Read More…