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Prostate cancer affects men across the country. In its snapshot of prostate cancer, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) states that prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death among men in the United States. The Department of Public Health (DPH) provides resources for Massachusetts …Continue Reading Prostate Cancer Screening: Know Your Options
If you’re a small business owner, you might think that providing health insurance for employees is a luxury you just can’t afford. But according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), U.S. employers lose $225.8 billion each year in productivity because of employees’ …Continue Reading Health Insurance for Massachusetts Small Businesses
Every woman can improve her health, whether by moving more or getting regular checkups and preventive screenings recommended by her doctor. Two preventive screenings, in particular, can pay dividends for many women: breast cancer and cervical cancer exams. The Department of Public Health (DPH)’s Care …Continue Reading Preventive Screenings to Improve Women’s Health
Around one in three adults (70 million) in the United States currently has high blood pressure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Of those, about one-fifth are not aware that they have it. Recognizing the risk factors of high blood pressure …Continue Reading High Blood Pressure: What It Is and What You Can Do About It
Rabies may be found in a variety of animals native to the Commonwealth, including raccoons, skunks, bats, woodchucks, and foxes. These animals can infect humans and pets, so residents should understand the symptoms of rabies in Massachusetts wildlife and stay clear of possibly infected animals.
Massachusetts was among the first places in the world to eliminate smallpox through the use of vaccines, according to the state’s Bureau of Infectious Disease Prevention, Response, and Services. With this precedent in mind, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (HHS) created …Continue Reading Childhood Vaccination Schedule and Requirements in Massachusetts
Type 2 diabetes accounts for 90 to 95 percent of cases of diabetes, in which blood sugar (glucose) levels are too high, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The good news is that type 2 diabetes can be prevented, even among people …Continue Reading How to Delay or Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Every child has the right to a happy, healthy life. Children’s safety is not only a main concern for parents and caregivers, but for the Commonwealth as well. The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) partners with families and communities to protect children from abuse and neglect …Continue Reading Preventing Child Abuse and Neglect
Struggling with a daily fitness routine? You’re not alone. One in four Massachusetts middle school and high school students, and more than half of all adults in the state, are obese or overweight. The good news is that engaging in physical activity and reaching a …Continue Reading Spring into Shape! Fitness Tips for Adults and Children
Poisoning is a serious issue in the United States, especially for young children. Every 13 seconds, a poison control center receives a phone call reporting exposure to toxic chemicals or substances, and more than 90 percent of these occurrences happen at home, according to the …Continue Reading How to Prevent Poisonings in Your Home
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