Charles River Community Health

10/02/2025

As Ellie Fund executive director Meredith Mendelson said yesterday, October is Breast Cancer *Action* month. Our very own nurse and patient navigator Dilara Koksal spoke alongside partners including the Ellie Fund and Magnolia C. of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to raise awareness and call for further action to save and improve lives for ALL Massachusetts residents battling breast cancer.

09/30/2025

Here is the September edition of Community Update!

https://conta.cc/4nmFdVQ

09/26/2025

We are very grateful to our legislative delegation including Chair John Lawn (quoted in this article) and the Governor for their support of non-profit health centers. We will put our small share of these funds to work immediately in providing check ups, physicals, vaccines, dental cleanings and treatments, prescriptions, and other services.

Gov. Maura Healey signed a bill on Sept. 22 providing additional financial assistance to hospitals and community health centers and allocating funds to

09/23/2025

Get Tested for HIV – Free Testing Event on 9/25/2025 at Brighton!

Join us on September 25, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a free, confidential HIV testing event. Knowing your HIV status is a key step in protecting your health and the well-being of those around you. Our fast, confidential tests provide results in just minutes, helping you make informed decisions about your health. Also talk about PrEP.

As a thank you for participating, you’ll receive free goodie bags and gifts!

If you have questions or would like additional information, please call us at 617-208-1676.

Your health matters—take control, get tested, and stay safe.”

09/05/2025

CRCH is featured in a recent Waltham Times article about COVID-19 vaccine guidance and coverage.

Federal, state and scientific authorities are clashing over COVID-19 vaccine guidance. Many people are left wondering if and how they should get the shot

08/29/2025

The Charles River Community Health pharmacy had a record month in July. We dispensed 6,683 total prescriptions for the month. Brighton passed the 3,000 mark for the first time since most prescriptions were extended to 90-day supply in 2020. Waltham hit a new high record of 3,681. Our two on-site pharmacies are another way we work to provide our patients with the best care possible. Clinical pharmacy services in conjunction with a primary care team can review medications and provide education and support so patients are comfortable taking the medications they need to stay healthy.

08/28/2025

Here is the August edition of Community Update.

https://conta.cc/4mWdfQN

Email from Celebrating National Health Center Week   August 2025 In This Issue Message from Matt Mullaney Celebrating National Health Center Week Welcoming New Pediatric Patients Join Us for Breakfast

08/20/2025

We recently celebrated National Health Center Week with patient appreciation days at both our Waltham and Brighton locations. Thanks to everyone who stopped by!

07/30/2025

07/30/2025

Here is the July edition of Community Update!

https://conta.cc/41lQlJx

Email from Medicare and Medicaid Turn 60   July 2025 In This Issue Message from Matt Mullaney 60th Anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid Welcoming New Pediatric Patients Join Us for Breakfast on Septem

07/30/2025

Sixty years ago, on July 30, 1965 at 2:55 pm at the Truman Presidential Library in Independence, Missouri, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law the bill creating Medicare and Medicaid. Former President Truman, who is known for his role in ending World War II, was from Missouri and had tried and failed to pass similar legislation. President Truman and his wife Bess were presented with the first two Medicare cards ever issued.

Read more. https://www.charlesriverhealth.org/medicare-and-medicaid-turn-60/