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Whittier Street Health Center’s blog on health and wellness in the community.
Nourishing Our Bodies and Minds
Nourishing Our Bodies and Minds We recognize that many factors contribute to our patients’ health and that access to proper nutrition is a major obstacle to achieving well-being. It is for this all-too-often overlooked reason that Whittier Street Health Center offers a number of nutrition-related programs and referrals. Our team of registered dietitians […]
MoreNational Cholesterol Education Month: Beware the “Silent Killer”
National Cholesterol Education Month: Beware the “Silent Killer” High blood cholesterol typically presents no signs or symptoms in the body but can lead to serious health conditions and issues such as stroke and heart attacks. This silent threat has prompted National Cholesterol Education Month, a time to focus on knowing more about cholesterol and […]
MoreNational Recovery Month: “Every Person, Every Family, Every Community.”
National Recovery Month: “Every Person, Every Family, Every Community.” Treatment and a collaborative healthcare approach is key to recovery and, for National Recovery Month, Whittier Street Health Center recognizes that recovery is not only possible for everyone, but it is also a team effort from the family, healthcare team, and community. This outlook […]
MoreNational Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Prevention is Lifesaving
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Prevention is Lifesaving By: Dr. Stephen Wright, MD, Medical Director of Whittier Street Health Center September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Join with Whittier Street Health Center to help prevent and treat prostate cancer. Prostate health is a major men’s health issue, and we want the men […]
MoreThe Advantages of Breastfeeding
The Advantages of Breastfeeding Sponsored by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee, the month of August has been designated as National Breastfeeding Month, with the last week recognized as Black Breastfeeding Week. While the merits of breastfeeding for women and babies of all color, race, and ethnicity have been recognized – including emotional connection, accelerated […]
MoreKeeping an Eye on Your Child’s Vision Health
Keeping an Eye on Your Child’s Vision Health With kids preparing to head back to school, there is no better time than the month of August to observe Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. The annual observance aims to raise awareness about the importance of taking care of children’s eyes and how critical […]
MoreLet’s Take the Sting Out of Vaccines
Let’s Take the Sting Out of Vaccines August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance to highlight the importance of routine vaccinations for all age groups – and the benefits of regular immunizations cannot be over emphasized. Vaccines work by stimulating the body’s immune system to safely provide protection against the viruses or […]
MoreMark Your Calendars for Our Back to School BBQ
Mark Your Calendars for Our Back to School BBQ It’s fun, festive, and free for Whittier Street Health Center patients – our annual Back to School BBQ. Scheduled from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 11th at our 1290 Tremont Street, Roxbury address, this event is always a hit with the Whittier […]
More3-D Printer Technology Expands Oral Health Services Department
3-D Printer Technology Expands Oral Health Services Department Technology is amazing! Just ask patients who have taken advantage of a recently purchased 3-D printer for our Oral Health Services department. The 3-D printer allows the oral health services staff to produce occlusal mouth guards on site at a steeply discounted rate to patients. […]
MoreWhittier Street Health Center’s Onsite Pharmacy Opens to Patients
Whittier Street Health Center’s Onsite Pharmacy Opens to Patients It’s official – our onsite pharmacy at 1290 Tremont Street in Roxbury has expanded, adding a wider spectrum of services for our patients, including medication therapy management and free home delivery. The importance of the services the Whittier Street Health Pharmacy provides to […]
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