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Free Public Program on Heart Health - Framingham,MA --February is American Heart Month, and the Framingham Board of Health will be sponsoring their annual Healthy Heart Program on Tuesday February 9, from ten to noon, at the Framingham Public Library on Lexington Street.Presentations will be g
01/20/2010

Forum on the War of Drugs - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Why are we spending so much money…and still not succeeding? The Failure of the War on Drugs, a Forum & Discussion,sponsored by the New England Association of Drug Court Professionals will be held on Monday, November 16, 2009 from 7:00 p.
11/09/2009

NOVEMBER FLU SHOTS CANCELLED - FRAMINGHAM,MA -- The Framingham Board of Health has announced that the flu shot clinics scheduled in November have been cancelled.Clinics will be scheduled once flu vaccines are available.
11/06/2009

PUBLIC FORUM ON OUR HEALTH CARE SYSTEM THURSDAY , OCT 15, 2009 - FRAMINGHAM,MA -- Our Health Care System: Diagnosis & Treatment Options: Why can't we have a health care system that works for the patient?Announcing: A Public Forum on the Health Care Crisis at the Framingham Public Library,49 Lexington St.,Framingham Mass
10/14/2009

2009 FLU CLINICS IN FRAMINGHAM - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Town of Framingham BOARD OF HEALTH has announced the Fall 2009 flu clinics:FLU CLINICS/2009-2010FOR ALL FRAMINGHAM RESIDENTSPARA RESIDENTES DE FRAMINGHAMFREE/GRATUITAFamily Walk In Clinics for ages 2 yrs and upClinicas de Familia disponív
10/14/2009

Learn the “Food Allergy Fundamentals” - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Learn the “basics” about living with food allergies in your family, including how to prevent and handle severe allergy emergencies, on Wednesday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m. at the Metro-West Allergy and Asthma Educational Support Group meeti
10/05/2009

UPDATE: 2009 Mosquito Spraying - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will be spraying for mosquitoes in areas of Framingham on Thursday, July 23rd and Monday, July 27th. All spraying is done between between dusk and 11:30 PM. On Thursday, July 23rd, spraying is s
07/22/2009

2009 Mosquito Spraying in Framingham - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- The East Middlesex Mosquito Control Project will be spraying for mosquitoes in areas of Framingham on Wednesday, July 8th and Thursday, July 9th All spraying is done between between dusk and 11:30 PM. On Wednesday, July 8th, spraying is s
07/06/2009

Stay Safe Talk at Grace Church - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Staying safe at home and in public will be the topic of a special lecture by representatives of the Framingham Police Department on Tuesday, April 28, at Grace Congregational Church (76 Salem End Road, Framingham) beginning at 7:00 PM.Off
04/06/2009

Food Allergy Presentation - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Why are there a growing number of people with allergies to peanuts and other foods? Do some people “outgrow” food allergies? What are the newest treatments for these possibly life-threatening reactions? Pediatric allergist Douglas McDonal
03/16/2009

Parents of Children with Food Allergies to Meet in Framingham - FRAMINGHAM,MA -- Parents of children with food allergies are invited to a meeting with clinical social worker Marianne Fougere on Wednesday, March 4 at 7:00 p.m. at the Metro-West Allergy & Asthma Educational Support Group, which meets at Allergy & Asthma
02/14/2009

Free Public Program on Heart Health - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- February is American Heart Month, and the Framingham Board of Health will be sponsoring their annual Healthy Heart Program on Tuesday February 10, 2009 at the Framingham Public Library.Heart Disease is the number one killer of women in th
01/26/2009

Turkey Day Run - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- The Framingham Police Association and the Framingham Fire Department Local 1652 are sponsoring the 14th Annual Turkey Classic Road Race.The race is on Thanksgiving Day at 8 a.m. The 3.1 mile course begins and ends at the Framingham Polic
11/23/2008

Framingham Children's Mental Health Forum - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Representative Pam Richardson and the Children's Mental Health Campaign invite you to: Framingham Children's Mental Health ForumFriday, October 24, 9-10:30 AMMemorial Building, Blumer Community Room150 Concord Street, Framingham The time
10/23/2008

2008 FRAMINGHAM FLU CLINICS - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- 2008 Flu Clinics are available for Framingham residents at the following dates and times:Wednesday October 8th from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm: The Framingham Emergency Response Corps will conduct a flu clinic at the Keefe Vocational Technical Sc
09/30/2008

Annual Art Doyle Road Race - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- On Saturday, May 10, 2008, the Greater Framingham Track Club, in conjunction with Framingham State College, will sponsor a 3.2 mile road race. This event is a yearly tribute to a beloved teacher and former Framingham State Academic Vice
03/21/2008

Discounted CPR Course offered on April 2nd - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Circle of Friends Preschool isoffering a CPR Class/Fundraiser Wednesday April 2nd, from 7-10pm. The class will take place at the preschool--61 Nicholas Rd, Framingham, 01701.Learn adult and infant CPR as well as basic first aid. This clas
03/19/2008

Skate-A-Thon Fun at Loring Arena during School Vacation Week - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- February School Vacation is upon us and if you are looking to make plans for your kids, here is the perfect opportunity to have fun and help your community as well. The Loring Arena Legacy Foundation is having a Skate-A-Thon on Tuesday F
02/14/2008

Last Flu Clinic for 2008 Winter - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- Last Flu Clinic of the season is Wednesday, January 9th, 2008 from 5:00pm-8:00pmat the Parish Hall, St. Tarcisius Church This Clinic is FREE for Framingham residents, Town retirees, Town employees/family members. This clinic is OPEN to th
01/08/2008

Regional Meetings on Emergency Planning for People with Disabilities - FRAMINGHAM,MA -The Massachusetts Office on Disability and the Stavros Center for Independent Living & the MetroWest Center for Independent Living are hosting regional meetings on Emergency Planning for People with Disabilities.Date: December 13, 2007Time:
12/09/2007

Breast Cancer Awareness Forum in Framingham - FRAMINGHAM, MA - Adelante, the Framingham High School Latino student group, will be sponsoring a Breast Cancer Awareness Forum at Nevins Hall, Memorial Building, on Saturday, October 13, 2007 from noon to 3PM. This event will feature entertainment, includi
10/12/2007

Asthma & Allergy Support Group Meetings - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- October Support Group Meetings for Asthma and Allergy Sufferers:Mark your calendar and tell your friends about upcoming educational support group meetings, sponsored by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, New England Chapter. (F
10/01/2007

School Health Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- The Health Advisory Committee of Framingham Public Schools next meeting is this Wednesday, Jan. 17 from 7:30PM - 9PM at the McCarthy School Library.Mr. David Proule, acting Food Service Director and Director of Business/Financial Operati
01/15/2007

Low Income Health Insurance Program Launched - MASSACHUSETTS - Starting today, (October 2, 2006), low income and otherwise uninsured Massachusetts residents who formerly used uncompensated care are now eligible to apply to the state's new low cost health care insurance program called "Commonwealth Care
10/02/2006

Clinical Trials at Metrowest Medical Center - FRAMINGHAM, MA - The final phase of drug or medical therapy testing usually involves "clinical trials" -- testing on human beings who volunteer to participate.The U.S. National Institute of Health closely monitors these trials and publishes information abo
02/10/2006

NHLBI to Launch Framingham Genetic Research Study - A comprehensive genetic research study to identify genes underlying cardiovascular and other chronic diseases will be launched by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in collaboration with the Bos
02/10/2006

LAST FLU CLINIC OF SEASON TONIGHT - FRAMINGHAM, MA --The Framingham Board of Health announces their last flu clinic of the season tonight, Monday, January 9th, from 5 - 8 p.m. at Nevins Hall, Memorial Building, Concord St.This flu clinic is open to all Massachusetts residents including child
01/09/2006

FLU CLINICS/2005-2006 - FRAMINGHAM, MA -- THE FRAMINGHAM BOARD OF HEALTH ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING DATES OF FLU CLINICS TO BE HELD THIS SEASON.For Residents at Highest Risk!Wednesday, November 9th, 10am-2p.m., Callahan Senior Center, 535 Union Avenue for: Framingham residents; age
11/06/2005

Pandemic Flu Public Feedback Session - FRAMINGHAM, MA - The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)want input regarding who should receive flu vaccinations first in the event of a pandemic. Experts say chances of a deadly worldw
09/13/2005

Health Care Reform Discussion - FRAMINGHAM, MA – A Discussion of Health Care Reform will take place on Wednesday June 22, 7:00 P.M. in the Public Hearing Room, Lower Level of the Framingham Memorial Building, 150 Concord Street.John McDonough, Executive Director of “Health Care for All”
06/16/2005

Framingham Heart Study Director to Speak - FRAMINGHAM - On Thursday, May 19, Dr. Daniel Levy, Director of the Framingham Heart Study, will discuss his book A Change of Heart at 7 p.m. in the Costin Room at the Framingham Public Library. The book explains the process and findings of the heart study,
04/25/2005

Framingham Heart Study Book released - The Framingham Heart Study is famous the world over and is the subject of a new book: "A Change of Heart: How the People of Framingham, Massachusetts Helped Unravel the Mysteries of Cardiovascular Disease," by Heart Study Director Dr. Daniel Levy, publishe
03/06/2005

INAARA, NEW CONCEPT MEDICAL SPA, DELIVERS TREATMENT IN STYLE AND GRACIOUSNESS - Southborough, MA - Inaara today announced the opening of its totally new concept for the delivery of cosmetic medicine, providing state-of-the-art cosmetic procedures in a beautiful, tranquil spa setting for women and men seeking image-enhancing and appear
10/03/2004

Backpack Safety for Children - I do not remember carrying my books in a backpack growing up. I remember carrying all my books with a heavy-duty rubber band around them. Today it is the backpack era, placing all your books in a beautiful backpack. Yet this great idea has been misused by
09/10/2004

Helping Your Feet Help You - Good foot care is important for all - the young and the elderly, those in good health and those with medical issues. By following a few simple steps, one can give much extra protection to foot care. We recently spoke to Dr. Brian Wascavage who is a graduat
09/10/2004

Local Resident to Walk for a Weekend - Irene Dunne of Framingham will spend a weekend walking to help eradicate breast cancer by participating in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Boston on May 15-16, 2004. The Avon Walk Boston is one of six events in a series of weekend fundraising walks taking
03/29/2004