Wellness Tips

Does my unvaccinated child still have to wear a mask when the rest of the family doesn’t? The American Academy of Pediatrics answers this question (and more) in a post by Yvonne A. Maldonado, MD, FAAP. Answer New guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says people who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19…

The Science Behind COVID-19 Vaccines: Parent FAQs Many parents have questions about COVID-19 vaccines, which are now available to anyone age 12 and up. The American Academy of Pediatrics answers some of the most common questions from families. How does the COVID-19 vaccine work? The COVID-19 vaccine works similarly to other vaccines your child has…

An article from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) dated May 12, 2021. Now that there are authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, accurate vaccine information is critical and can help stop common myths and rumors. HOW DO I KNOW WHICH COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION ARE ACCURATE? It can be difficult to…

From now until July 4, 2021, four of the nation’s largest child care providers are offering free child care to all parents and caregivers getting vaccinated or recovering from vaccination. KinderCare and Learning Care Group locations across the country will offer free, drop-in appointments to any parent or caregiver who needs support to get vaccinated or recover from…

Abbott Voluntarily Recalls Powder Formulas Manufactured at One Plant Recall is isolated to powder formulas, including Similac®, Alimentum ® and EleCare®, manufactured at the Sturgis, Mich., plant Recall does not include any metabolic deficiency nutrition formulas No Abbott liquid formulas or other Abbott nutrition powders and brands are impacted Parents or customers with impacted product should visit…

What is the child tax credit? The Child Tax Credit (CTC) aims to help families make the cost of caring for children more affordable, by providing income to parents or guardians of children ages 17 and younger. This year, families can qualify for more money and can receive payments monthly, rather than having to wait…

If you are experiencing concerning symptoms, have questions about your health or you just don’t feel right, it can be tempting to head right to the Emergency Room. Before you head to the ER, please call us at 617-269-7500. SBCHC is here for you – to assess your symptoms and help you to determine the…

Telehealth is a quick and easy way to see if Paxlovid, a COVID-19 treatment pill taken by mouth, is right for you. This is a new service provided by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. • The COVID-19 telehealth program is a quick, easy, and free way for individuals to see if Paxlovid is an appropriate treatment…

Dispose of Unwanted Medications Safely and Anonymously DEA National Rx Take Back Day is Saturday, October 29, 2022, from 10am to 2pm at select locations. “Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That’s dangerous and often tragic. That’s why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the…

Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) reports: Influenza severity for Massachusetts is HIGH as of 12/2/2022. The percent of influenza-like illness (ILI) visits in Massachusetts is 4.17%, which is higher than the regional baseline of 2.0% and the previous three seasons in the same week. The percent of hospitalizations associated with influenza is 1.22%, which…