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National Community Health Center Week: August 2-8 – Equitable Care Across our Communities
Sponsored by the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), National Health Center Week (NHCW) is celebrated every August, and serves as a nationwide opportunity to spotlight the vital role, impact and steadfast dedication of the 1,512 community health centers (CHCs) across this country delivering high-quality patient care to an estimated 52 million patients in […]
MoreNational Immunization Awareness Month: Advancing Prevention, Protection, and Public Trust
Created by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and observed annually in August, National Immunization Awareness Month places the spotlight on the importance of vaccines for people of all ages and emphasizes the role of immunization in preventing serious illnesses, supporting herd immunity, and protecting individuals and communities from preventable diseases. At […]
MoreNational Breastfeeding Awareness Month: Promoting Health, Empowerment and Equity for Mothers and Infants
Observed throughout August, National Breastfeeding Month aims to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding by raising awareness of its health benefits and addressing the barriers to lactation care. The theme for 2026 “RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment” underscores the collective strength of the breastfeeding community and advocates for meaningful policy and systems reforms to support families. […]
MoreChildren’s Eye Health and Safety Month: Advancing Early Screenings and Equitable Access to Vision Care
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, placing a focus on the importance of early screenings, eye safety, and equitable access to pediatric eye care. Regular eye exams at an early age monitor healthy eye development, screen for common pediatric vision issues, and detect inherited conditions. Yet, research shows that children from low-income families […]
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).