The latest from NEW Health
On Monday, April 22, Residents and community partners held a meeting at North End Waterfront Health on Hanover Street to address the growing substance use and misuse issues currently plaguing the North End community. The latest Healthy Boston Report issued by the Boston Public Health Commission shows that substance misuse mortality has increased for opioids […]
On Friday, April 26, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Taste of the North End will return to Steriti Rink for a night of fun and fundraising, hosted once again by event partners, Donato Frattarolli and North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health). Raffle tickets for gift baskets are now on sale at the health center. […]
April is National Distracted Driving Month; it’s a great opportunity to raise awareness and to consider our own driving habits and eliminate any possible dangers. Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention away from driving; these activities include talking and texting, eating and drinking, talking to others in the car and viewing the navigation […]
March 10 to March 16, 2019 is Sleep Awareness Week. We need between 7-8 hours of sleep every night. As people age their sleep patterns may change, but older adults still have the same requirements for sleep as younger people. Older people tend to nap more, get sleepier early in the evening, and wake up […]
March is National Nutrition Month and North End Waterfront Health challenges you to eat better! Making small changes in your food and beverage choices can help you follow a healthy diet and lead to better health. A healthy diet can help you reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce the risk of chronic diseases (like […]
February is “National Kids Dental Health Month.” Here are some guidelines for good dental health for your child: Children should brush their teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and clean between their teeth daily. Children should eat a healthy diet that limits sugary beverages and snacks. Children should see a dentist regularly for […]
Winter sports are a great way to get out and enjoy the cold and snow. But these sports can be dangerous. Here is some information to help you stay safe. The most common winter sports injuries are sprains, strains, dislocations, fractures, and head injuries. Most happen at the end of the day as people become […]
North End Waterfront Health is excited to offer patients acupuncture services. Appointments will be available on Tuesdays at both the North End and Charlestown locations. Appointment times are as follows: Charlestown: 1 PM to 4 PM North End: 5 PM to 8 PM Individual Sessions: Treatment lasts 60 minutes and includes individualized acupuncture points based […]
For many, the new year is a time to reflect and consider making lifestyle changes that will improve aspects of their life. Resolutions are made to try new things or attempt to live healthier. For those interested, the CDC has put together a list of tips for living healthier in 2019: 1. Commit to a […]
The many similarities between the common cold and the flu can sometimes cause difficulty for people in understanding which they are suffering from. However, there are distinct differences that can help distinguish between the two. The New England Patient and Family Advisory Council has created a chart to help better understand each ailment and the […]
