Whittier Street Health Center Community Pharmacy – Expert Advice, Trusted Medicines! Our onsite pharmacy is ready to serve you! We offer prompt services, medication therapy management, medication delivery and more. We accept prescriptions from Whittier and non-Whittier patients! #communitypharmacy #WhittierStreetHealthCenter #healthequity #retailpharmacy  Graphic Design by @Devin Williams

MLK Day of Service

Honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on January 16th, 2025 during our MLK Day of Service: A Commitment to Health Equity and Social Justice! As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2025, we reflect on the profound legacy of a man, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (1929-1968), whose work […]

MLK Day of Service

Please join us on January 16th for Whittier Street Health Center’s MLK Day of Service from 12 – 2 p.m. in our Community Education Room, FREDERICA M. WILLIAMS BUILDING, 1290 Tremont Street, Roxbury. We will be distributing winter coats, hats, scarves, and gloves to our adult and youth patients. To register, please call 617-989-3149 or […]

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

January 2025: Cervical 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. The National Cancer Institute, estimated 13,820 new cases and 4,360 estimated deaths in 2024. Cervical Cancer is largely preventable through regular […]

Mental Health During the Holiday

Take time to prioritize your mental wellness over the holidays! Wishing you a bright, healthy, joy-filled and prosperous new year!   #MentalHealth #SelfCare #CommunityCare #BeHealthy #Wellness #WhittierStreetHealthCenter #NewYear Graphic Design by @Devin Williams

Clean Teeth for Toys Event 2024

Bring your child between the ages of 0-17 to receive a new unwrapped toy! The event is on December 18, in the 2nd floor Community Education Room at Whittier Street Health Center, from 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Open to Whittier patients, registration is required. Contact (617) 989-3112 to register. #cleanteethfortoys #toygiveaway #community #holidaycheer Graphic […]

Annual Senior Holiday Event

Please join us at our annual Senior Holiday Event on December 13th from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at our health center. Patients 55-years-old and over are welcome to enjoy an afternoon filled with entertainment, food, and raffle prizes! #Seniors #HolidayCheer #CommunityCare #HolidaySeason  Graphic by @Devin Williams  

American Diabetes Month

November is American Diabetes Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness about diabetes and its impact on millions of Americans. With over 34 million people in the U.S. living with diabetes and 96 million living with prediabetes, understanding this chronic condition is more important than ever. Almost one third of Whittier’s patient suffer from diabetes […]

Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Understanding and Taking Action

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a vital time to shine a spotlight on one of the most common and deadly cancers worldwide. Lung cancer accounts for approximately 25% of all cancer deaths, making it the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. and worldwide. Lung cancer often develops silently, with symptoms appearing only […]

Celebrating Dental Hygiene Month

October is Dental Hygiene Month, a time to raise awareness of, and increase education about, oral care. Good dental hygiene practices help prevent cavities and gum disease, boost confidence, and maintain good overall health. It is important to have regular consultations with your oral care team for the early identification of dental issues which could […]