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Mental health resources in the age of anti-Asian …

WEBThe increasing prevalence of anti-Asian hate crimes threatens Asian Americans’ physical safety and endangers our mental health. The AAPI 2020-2021 National Report …

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White House Conference on Hunger and Health: …

WEBOn September 28th, the Biden-Harris Administration hosted the second White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. Historically, the first conference on the …

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Heart Disease: What You Can Do Today to Reduce Your Risk

WEBThis is the second is a series of articles on how to protect against heart disease and improve cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United …

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Vaccine rollout racial inequalities persist in Massachusetts …

WEBAccording to the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), “As of February 16, 2021, among the group who received vaccinations in the nation, 63% were white, 9% were Hispanic, 6% …

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Interview with Sherry Dong, Director of Community …

WEBSherry Dong is a familiar face around the blocks of Chinatown. Known for her dedication to promoting Asian-American health, Dong’s involvement in the community goes above …

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Local Doctor, Scientist Has Invention That Is Truly Out of …

WEBYou could say Dr. Eugene Chan, a local doctor and scientist, has made his mark in the world of scientific and medical innovation. But that wouldn’t be quite accurate. The …

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Tufts Medical Center Awards More Than $1.2 Million in …

WEBTufts Medical Center announced on December 16th that it has awarded more than $1.2 million in grants to 20 local nonprofit organizations to address unmet needs highlighted …

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New “MA Climate Change Assessment” Reveals Need for …

WEBAmidst rising concerns for unprecedented heat waves and extreme cold alike throughout the last year, the Massachusetts Baker-Polito Administration released at the end of 2022 …

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Tufts Children’s Hospital Faces Closure, Leaving Families

WEBAfter a century of service and pediatric care, the Tufts Children’s Hospital faces closure in order to increase space for adult patients. The decision was announced in January at a …

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In Memory of Former South 纪念前華人医務中心主任 …

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Cultivating Mental Well-being: The Greater Boston Chinese …

WEBIn an era where mental health awareness is taking center stage, community organizations play a pivotal role in ensuring that individuals of all backgrounds receive the support they …

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Possibility of a “Tripledemic”

WEBRecently, the experts have been using the term “tripledemic.”. It highlights the potential threat of COVID-19 variants, influenza, and another virus called RSV. The last one …

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Asian American Elderly: Facing Poverty and Loneliness

WEBIn fact, a study by the Urban Institute shows that there has been an increase in the poverty rate among Asian seniors. In 2015, the poverty rates for Asian elders 65 and over was …

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Narcan Approved for Over the Counter Sales: Ending the

WEBNarcan is a naloxone nasal spray that can rapidly reverse the effect of opioid overdose. Approving the drug for over-the-counter (OTC) sale means that purchasers no longer …

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New report highlights the nail salon workers’ struggle to recover …

WEBOn May 26, Vietnamese American Initiative for Development (VietAID) and Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) launched a report as part of the Massachusetts Nail Salon …

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Local doctor Robbie Goldstein works to serve in Congress

WEBInfectious disease specialist Robbie Goldstein enjoys practicing medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and teaching at Harvard Medical School. While caring for people …

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Eugene Welch Retiring: The End of an Era for South Cove

WEBAfter 23 years of service at South Cove Community Health Center (SCCHC), the current CEO, Eugene Welch, will be stepping down from his position at the end of 2022. Started …

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Dr. Gisela Velez Awarded for Vision Care to Hispanics, Others

WEBAfter years of helping under-served Hispanic residents of central Massachusetts with eye care, Dr. Gisela Velez has been honored by the Small Business Association. Her clinic, …

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In Memory of Former South Cove Community Health Center

WEBEditor's Note: Eugene Welch, CEO/Executive Director of South Cove Community Health Center for 23 years until his 2022 retirement, passed away Monday May 29 at the age of …

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