Health & Fitness

Food Allergy Presentation

March 16th, 2009

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 McDonald, MD, PhD, will discuss these issues and more on Wednesday, April 1 at 7:00 p.m. at… [read more].

Parents of Children with Food Allergies to Meet in Framingham

February 14th, 2009

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 Treatment Specialists, 475 Franklin St., Framingham. The program is free and open to the public…. [read more].

Free Public Program on Heart Health

January 26th, 2009

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 the US, but research shows that eighty percent of cardiac events in women could be… [read more].

Framingham Children's Mental Health Forum

October 23rd, 2008

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Representative Pam Richardson and the Children’s Mental Health Campaign invite you to the Framingham Children’s Mental Health Forum, Friday, October 24, 9-10:30am at the Memorial Building, Blumer Community Room, 150 Concord Street, Framingham MA 01701. The time is now to share your story, speak out for reform, learn about Chapter 321  (An Act Relative to Children’s Mental… [read more].

2008 FRAMINGHAM FLU CLINICS

September 30th, 2008

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 School as part of a drill exercise. Flu shots will be available for Framingham residents ages… [read more].

Discounted CPR Course Offered on April 2nd

March 19th, 2008

FRAMINGHAM, MA — Circle of Friends Preschool is offering 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 class is normally $75 through the Red Cross, however, thanks to a generous donation from the… [read more].

Massachusetts Low Income Health Insurance Program Launched

October 20th, 2006

Commonwealth Care Enrollment Opens Today 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”. The program, available to residents who’s income is below 100 percent of the federal poverty level ($9,800 for an individual) will provide… [read more].

Clinical Trials at Metrowest Medical Center

February 10th, 2006

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 about such programs on their www.ClinicalTrials.gov website. Metrowest Medical Center, (the former “Framingham Union Hospital”), hosts several cancer related… [read more].

NHLBI to Launch Framingham Genetic Research Study

February 10th, 2006

FRAMINGHAM, MA – 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 Boston University (BU) School of Medicine. The new research effort, the Framingham Genetic Research Study, will be… [read more].

LAST FLU CLINIC OF SEASON TONIGHT

January 17th, 2006

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 children ages 9 years and up. There will be a $ 10 fee, (cash), for… [read more].