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Racism and Racial Inequality in Healthcare
Whittier Bridges the Gap in Racial Inequality and Health Disparities in Healthcare While numerous strides have been made to address racial inequities in Boston, many disparities are still persistent. Discrimination is still rooted into the fabric of the city, with Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) communities in the Greater Boston area […]
MoreThyroid Awareness Month
Understanding thyroid disorders and their symptoms January is National Thyroid Awareness Month. According to the American Thyroid Association, 1 in 10 people suffer from a thyroid condition; however, 60 % of people are unaware of it. Therefore, it is important to recognize and spread awareness about a condition plaguing so many. The thyroid is […]
MoreCervical Cancer Awareness Month
As we observe Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in January, the urgency to spread awareness about early detection intensifies, as it remains pivotal in preventing and treating this disease. Once a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in the United States, the impact of cervical cancer has significantly diminished due to effective screening and prompt […]
MoreMartin Luther King Day
Please join us for Whittier Street Health Center’s 2024 celebration of Martin Luther King Day on January 12th, 2024 from noon to 2 p.m. in our Community Education Room at 1290 Tremont Street, Roxbury. Martin Luther King Day is an annual federal holiday that encourages people around the country to reflect on the achievements and […]
MoreA note about Whittier and COVID-19
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak in our area, we ask all clients and patients to call ahead before coming to any of our sites. We are working to take care of most clients/patients via phone/video encounter so we can meet your ongoing healthcare needs. This is for your safety and so we can provide the highest quality of care to you while following CDC guidance for COVID-19. Please call 617-427-1000 for any questions or concerns.
Whittier will provide COVID-19 testing from 10 am to 4 pm on Monday to Friday. Following CDC guidance, we recommend testing if you have a fever AND one of the following three symptoms: cough OR shortness of breath OR sore throat. Please bring your picture identification and your insurance card (if you have insurance).