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According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, physical activity can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. Whether…

Getting screened for colorectal cancer early is critical for members of the family aged 50 and older. Nearly all colorectal…

Aerobic exercise is a great way to maintain low blood pressure and keep a steady heart rate. Ideally, at least…

Almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by HPV (human papillomavirus). Thankfully, it’s very easy to protect yourself and…

Stay warm and healthy this holiday season with these healthy "comfort food" recipes.

By D.J. Wilson, Tobacco Control Director/Public Health Liaison, Massachusetts Municipal Association With the start of 2019, tobacco control advocates throughout…

With cold and snowy days now here in New England, learn how to prevent illness during this susceptible time of…

With the season of harsh and cold weather among us, it is important to be prepared for winter storms.

Feeling under the weather? Do not worry it will pass. Here are some tips to help you feel better in…

Add these healthy alternatives to your Thanksgiving dinner, and enjoy your meal without the worry of your diet!

Cold weather should not have an effect on ones activity level this season. Learn how you can stay active in…

Falling off your diet is easy during the holiday season. GLFHC is here to provide you with a few tips…

Getting sick during this time of year can be very difficult. Work, school and family are hard enough to juggle…

This fall, make sure you're keeping your skin healthy and happy — and let Greater Lawrence Family Health Center help…

by Lauren M. Darisse, Esq., Director of Compliance, Risk Management & Legal Services We’ve all probably heard the term “Health…

1. Sunblock With warm weather steadily increasing, nothing beats a little fun in the sun! With this, UV rays from…

There are far more benefits than drawbacks to the sunny, warmer weather, but one of the things that falls firmly…

Everyone deals with stress differently, but one of the most common responses to stress is eating… even without realizing it!…

As we know, good nutrition alone isn’t enough to maintain a healthy body. Physical activity is just as important a…

It’s a common misconception that in order to be healthier, you have to give up a significant portion of the…

Everybody needs good nutrition to live a healthy life. Good nutrition means that you are getting the quality and variety…

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It’s vital to make time for it, since it’s the first…

Relieving stress doesn’t always involve highly-complicated solutions. Something as simple as breathing in a different way can help reduce your…

Staying healthy and building strong muscles is essential for children as they grow. Good nutrition and exercise are two important…

To maintain overall cardiovascular health, the American Heart Association recommends that the average person commit to at least… 30 minutes…

by Rich Napolitano Senior Vice President, External Relations & Chief Development Officer I recently attended a conference of the National…

In addition to healthy eating, exercise is a great way for children to stay fit. Many children play sports to…