Boston is a beautiful city with many a European tourist delighting in its Euro-feel, especially the city’s walkability. Literally, you can get around Boston pretty easily on your own two feet. In fact, over 13% of Boston residents commute to work by walking. That may not seem high, but it is the highest percentage in [...]
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Getting People Out of Their Cars
Posted in PHR, tagged bike commuting, Boston, cycling, Hub on Wheels on September 27, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Retail Clinics Approved in MA Despite Some Howls
Posted in consumer health, policy, tagged Boston, health affairs, Massachusetts, policy, retail clinics on January 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Recently, Massachusetts’ Public Health Council approved the establishment of retail clinics in the state. While chains such as CVS, Walgreens and Minute Clinic cheered, others, including the Mayor of Boston howled. I have a hard time understanding what all the fuss is about. Retail clinics can provide welcomed relief to overburdened healthcare institutions, such as [...]
