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The number of annual deaths related to opioid use in Massachusetts more than quadrupled between 2000 and 2015, according to the Department of Public Health (DPH). Parents should be aware that young people are at high risk of becoming involved in this fatal epidemic. According to DPH and …Continue Reading Opioid Misuse in Massachusetts: What Parents Need to Know
Transportation is a vital service for many older adults who want to continue to live independently in their communities. If you don’t have access to a car or can’t drive for any reason, there are community and state resources that can help. The Human Service …Continue Reading Transportation Services for Massachusetts Seniors
PLEASE NOTE: The open enrollment period for 2017 in Massachusetts is now closed. In Massachusetts, all residents who are 18 or older are required to have health insurance. The open enrollment period to buy health insurance in the state for 2018 will start on Nov. …Continue Reading Getting Health Insurance for Individuals and Families in Massachusetts
This is the fourth post in the Workers’ Rights blog series, which covers workplace safety, fair wages, workplace benefits, workers’ compensation, and more in Massachusetts. The first post in the Workers’ Rights blog series covered workplace safety and how to file a complaint. However, it’s …Continue Reading Workers’ Rights in Massachusetts: Workers’ Compensation
No one wants to spend their summer worrying about ticks and mosquitoes. Although it’s hard to escape these pests altogether, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from mosquito and tick bites — and the illnesses they can cause. The Department …Continue Reading Protect Your Home and Family Against Ticks and Mosquitoes
Whether you’re biking to get in shape, get to work, or have some fun, the Commonwealth has something to offer. The Department of Public Health (DPH), the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security (EOPSS), and the Department of …Continue Reading Cycling in Massachusetts
For many people in Massachusetts, eating healthy food isn’t easy because of limited resources or mobility. If you need help putting fresh, nutritious food on the table, the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) offer several nutrition …Continue Reading Find State Nutrition Programs to Help You Eat Better
If you have received or renewed your driver’s license or state ID, you have probably heard a familiar question: “Would you like to be an organ and tissue donor?” Feb. 14 is National Donor Day — a day to raise awareness of what it means …Continue Reading National Donor Day: Give the Gift of Life
Agencies and organizations across Massachusetts offer a diverse range of programs for elders, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities. MassOptions, run by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS), helps you navigate through the Commonwealth’s programs and services to find the right one that …Continue Reading Find Care Services with MassOptions
With cold and flu season underway, it’s important to take precautions so you and your loved ones can stay healthy. The Department of Public Health (DPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provide information on protecting yourself from colds and the flu, …Continue Reading Four Ways to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season
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