Organ Donation

Organ Donation

I just wanted to take this opportunity to give a public service announcement. Everyone should become an organ donor. There are so many reasons that someone may need an organ or tissue transplant. Some people develop age-related problems, some people get wounded in combat, and…

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P90X – Extreme Home Fitness Plan

P90X guarantees that you can be in the best shape of your life in just 90 days if you commit to their program. You may be wondering, what is P90X all about? Is P90X a good choice for me? In addition to describing the basics,…

December

December Health Themes

Isn’t it ironic that December is supposed to be such a happy month full of the holidays, but the health themes for the month are World AIDS Day, Cold and Flu Survival, and Drunk and Drugged Driving? I can probably think of an explanation for the…

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Introducing Greg

Hey! My name is Gregory – Greg for short. I’m seventeen years old and a junior in high school, and I’m the new male youth advisor in the Adolescent Medicine Department at Children’s Hospital Boston. There’s no way to really describe me with just a single…

Gossip

What’s a Reputation, You Ask?

A person’s reputation is a very complex topic, because it varies from person to person and culture to culture. Some things that are acceptable in one culture may not be acceptable in another, so there’s a difference in how someone’s reputation is determined. Although your…

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Man of The House?!

Today I received a phone call from one of those annoying telemarketers. When I said hello, the first thing the man on the other end asked me was… “Can I speak to the man of the house?” I think this one of the worst things someone can…

Thinking about Resolutions

Realistic Resolutions

2012 is fast approaching. Historically, New Year’s Day is when people make resolutions and set goals for themselves for the coming year. It’s also a time when we reflect on our accomplishments from the previous year. It can be rewarding if we’ve achieved our goals,…

Making the Holiday Season Memorable

The holiday season means a variety of things for different people, such as a break from school, time with family and friends, traveling, etc. I’m sure that you’ll want to make your holidays an experience that you will never forget, so here are some ideas…

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Quiz Your Brain: Colds and Flu

Colds and flu are nothing to sneeze at. Every year, more than 200,000 people in the United States go to the hospital for flu-related problems. Colds are even more common, with Americans having 1 billion colds each year. Knowing the basics about preventing colds and…

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Recipe: Jamaican Sweet Potato Pudding

Many ethnic dishes are made with love during the holiday season when families and friends gather together for meals. Here at the CYWH, our diverse staff represents more than six different cultures. We’re all very proud of our ethnicities and enjoy making and sharing traditional…