by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health Deer ticks, the kind of tick that carries Lyme disease, are found throughout Massachusetts. They are around all year but are especially active in the spring and summer months. Ticks are generally found in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas. They are really tiny – Read More…
by Mary Wright, RN, health educator at North End Waterfront Health Summer is almost here and it’s time to think about protecting yourself and your children from the harmful rays of the sun. Everyone should practice sun safety year round but it is especially important during late spring and early summer when the UV rays 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 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…
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…