The prevalence of discarded needles being found in public spaces in and around the North End is becoming an issue for city residents. In light of a recent incident involving a child who was stuck with a needle, it is important to spread awareness about the dangers of touching or dealing with dirty needles. Should Read More…
North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health) has been recognized as a top-quality leader by The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HRSA). HRSA announced $107 million in Quality Improvement Awards to over 1,200 health centers across the country for use to expand their achievements in clinical quality improvement, care delivery efficiency, and the Read More…
September 2019 is the 30th anniversary of National Recovery Month sponsored, by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The theme this year is “Join Forces for Recovery: Together We Are Stronger.” This observance celebrates the millions of Americans who are in recovery from mental and substance use disorders. Those who are in Read More…
Flu season is approaching once again. Many local health centers and hospitals have not yet received supplies of the flu vaccine, even though some larger pharmacies have already begun to offer flu shots. North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health) Chief Executive Medical Officer, John Foster MD, MPH, says that getting the vaccine is recommended, but Read More…
National Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10 every year, in order to provide worldwide commitment and action to prevent suicides, with various activities around the world since 2003. There are a number of hotlines available to help those in distress. There are also a number of signs and risk factors to help identify Read More…
Hot weather often causes people to lose their appetite, but it is important to eat and drink enough to keep you healthy. When the weather is hot and you do not feel like eating big meals, have 5 or 6 smaller snack-like meals during the day. Be sure to drink plenty of water – at Read More…
North End Against Drugs (NEAD) and the North End Waterfront (NEW) Health Center held our annual Drug Awareness Day at St. John School on Friday, May 24 for close to 100 middle school age students. Both agencies partner with the Boston Police Area A-1, Eliot School, St. John School, and several other agencies to provide Read More…
The newly formed North End Coalition met this week to start formulating a strategy for preventing and addressing the substance misuse affecting our community. The Coalition is looking to hire a program director and community outreach worker through federal and state funding. Once a director is hired, the Coalition will develop a strategic plan based Read More…
Don’t Fry Day has been observed in the United States for several years and is dedicated to raising awareness about protecting skin from the Sun so that it can’t cause cancer and other damage. The day is held on the Friday before Memorial Day – May 24 this year. Skin cancer is the most common Read More…
May is Vision Awareness Month. More than 20 million Americans suffer from severe vision loss. While not all eye diseases can be prevented, there are simple steps that everyone can take to help their eyes remain healthy now and reduce their chances of vision loss in the future. Here are the top 10 tips from Read More…
Residents and community partners held a meeting on Monday, April 22 at North End Waterfront Health on Hanover Street to address the growing substance use and misuse issues currently plaguing the North End community. The latest Healthy Boston Report issued by the Boston Public Health Commission shows that substance misuse mortality has increased for opioids Read More…
Raffle tickets for gift baskets are now on sale at the North End Waterfront Health Center, 332 Hanover Street, for this year’s Taste of the North End. Each year, health center staff members come together to donate and create lovely baskets in support of this event. Raffle tickets can be purchased outside of the health Read More…