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Tackling the Social Determinants of Health
National Minority Health Month: Tackling the Social Determinants of Health Recognized as an initiative to address the health needs of people of color, National Minority Health Month is observed each April. While the goal of this inclusive observance is to eliminate the disproportionate number of early death and preventable illness in minority populations, it also […]
MoreNational Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: Promoting Health, Awareness, and Early Testing
Observed annually every April 10th, National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day calls much needed attention to the impact of HIV on young people, serving to promote sexual education, disease prevention, testing, and treatment responsiveness. According to the most recent statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adolescents and young adults age 13-24 account […]
MoreNational Foot Health Awareness Month: Step Toward Better Foot Care
April is National Foot Health Awareness Month – a timely reminder to give your feet the attention they deserve to keep you moving comfortably all year long. Our feet perform an extraordinary amount of work every day, from maintaining balance to supporting the full weight of the body. With twenty-six bones connected by thirty-three joints, […]
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).