Recent Blog Posts

Turkey Cooking Safety

" Cooking the turkey is one of the most critical jobs on Thanksgiving Day, but it’s also one of the most dangerous. Each year food-borne illnesses run rampant through the country around this time of year thanks to poultry being improperly cooked and handled. This year, the CDC has seen a strain of salmonella spreading around that is resistant to many medications. Turkey cooking safety is more important now than ever, so be sure you ...

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Travel Hygiene Tips for the Holidays

" The holiday months are upon us. That means traveling for family gatherings, getaways, and then going back home again. Travel comes with a set of hygiene challenges you’ve likely never faced before and learning how to overcome them and be a challenge, but we’re here to help! Holiday Hand Hygiene Holiday time just so happens to be the heat of cold and flu season, so hand hygiene is vital! Don’t skimp on ...

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Recent Blogs

High Blood Pressure Symptoms People Ignore (Plus When to Get Checked)

High blood pressure (hypertension) is a leading driver of heart disease and stroke, and it’s often silent. Many people feel fine ...

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Vitamin D in Winter: Symptoms of Low Vitamin D and When to Check

Short days, heavy coats, and indoor routines make winter in Massachusetts a prime setting for low vitamin D. Because our skin synthesizes ...

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Slip-and-Fall Season: When to Get an X-Ray After a Fall

From front steps to parking lots, winter surfaces can become unexpected skating rinks. Falls happen, often to the wrists, ankles, knees, hips ...

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