By Dr. Deepti Seshadri — Colorectal Surgeon Signature Healthcare Each year, millions of Americans are diagnosed with cancer, and although research and medical advancements continue to improve outcomes, the most powerful tool against cancer remains prevention. Last month was National Cancer Prevention Month. In honor of that, I want to focus on some things we … More What Can You Do to Lower Your Cancer Risk
By Nicole Long — CEO of Old Colony Elder Services Did you know? Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). February is American Heart Month, a time to bring awareness to heart disease and lifestyle … More Taking Care of Your Heart
By Dennis Carman — President & CEO, United Way of Greater Plymouth County Too many years ago when I was a graduate student at School of Social Work at “The” Ohio State University, I remember being captivated by learning that we could prevent a host of our physical, emotional and social problems simply by having … More One for All and All for Health!
By Nicole Long — CEO of Old Colony Elder Services The holiday season is upon us. Spending time with family and friends, celebrating traditions, and sharing memories make the holidays truly special. Something else that makes holidays special are delicious meals and sweet treats! It can be challenging to avoid overindulging during the holidays, especially … More Healthier Eating During the Holiday Season
By Katelyn McSweeney, LSCW — Social Worker Center for Healthy Beginnings November is caregiver month, a time when family caregivers deserve recognition for the difficult and valuable work they are doing for their families. It is a time dedicated to honoring and recognizing the millions of family caregivers who provide crucial support and care to … More Celebrate National Caregiver Month
By Kevin Robinson — special contributor for Signature Healthcare November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and lung cancer remains one of the leading causes of cancer death in the U.S. and worldwide. Each year, more people in the U.S. die from lung cancer than from colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. It is challenging to … More Easy Lung Cancer Screening Saves Lives
By Eoin Moriarity, PA — Internal Medicine Primary Care Provider Signature Medical Group Emergency departments around the country regularly see people with problems that could have been prevented with routine medical care. From high blood pressure or high blood sugar to dizziness, fainting, and even cancer, many medical conditions can be prevented or caught early … More Have You Got a Primary Care Provider?
By Georgina Correia — Program Supervisor Greater Brockton Healthy Families At Greater Brockton Healthy Families, we believe that taking care of our staff is just as important as taking care of the families we serve. During June, we made it a priority to recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of our team. To … More Prioritizing Staff Wellness and Recognition
By Nicole Long — CEO of Old Colony Elder Services Disability Pride Month, celebrated every July, commemorates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which became law in July 1990 and extends civil rights protections to people with disabilities. It is a time to celebrate people with disabilities and honor the history and achievements of the … More July is Disability Pride Month
The Community Voices for Health Blog brought home a gold award for blogs at the 2024 Lamplighter Awards ceremony, which is hosted annually by the New England Society for Healthcare Communications (NEHSCo). NESHCo’s Annual Lamplighter Awards recognizes outstanding achievements in healthcare communications across New England. With several major awards and hundreds of entries each year, … More Community Voices Blog Wins All-New England Award
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