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National Breastfeeding Month
August is National Breastfeeding Month, a time to celebrate the benefits of breastfeeding and raise awareness about the support new mothers need. The theme of this year’s National Breastfeeding Month, an initiative created by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee in 2011, is ‘Nourish, Sustain, Thrive’. Breastfeeding is important for both babies and mothers. Here are some key benefits of breastfeeding: Nutrition: Breast milk […]
MoreChildren’s Eye Health and Safety Month: A Look at Whittier Street Health Center’s Eye Care Program
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month; an important observance as good vision is crucial for a child’s development. From learning to read to participating in sports, clear sight impacts every aspect of a child’s life. Unfortunately, many vision problems in children go unnoticed. Conditions such as low vision, nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism can […]
MoreNational Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), an important reminder of our collective responsibility towards public health. This annual observance, created by the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), highlights the importance of vaccination for people of all ages and raises awareness about the crucial role vaccines play in preventing serious illnesses and […]
MoreWhittier Street Health Center’s Back to School BBQ
As the summer vacation comes to an end, many parents face the financial strain of buying their children’s supplies for the new school year. In the U.S., back to school supplies cost now more than ever: according to the Labor Department, the cost has increased by 24.5% over the past four years. According to a […]
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).