Monkeypox: What you need to know |
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Monkeypox is a disease with a small number of cases reported in the United States – about 50 in Massachusetts since May 2022 (CDC 2022 Map & Case Count). While the risk is low, it’s important for you to know more and learn how to protect yourself.
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What does it look like? Monkeypox shows up as a rash or lesions usually after flu-like symptoms. The rash often looks like pimples or blisters in the genital area or all over the body.
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How does it spread? Anyone can get Monkeypox. It is spread by close prolonged contact, often during sex or intimate relationships, with someone who has lesions.
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What to do? If you have new sores, a rash or lesions, call your provider right away. Follow the CDC guidelines for isolating and living with someone who has Monkeypox.
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Who’s at risk? The overall risk is low as it’s harder to transmit Monkeypox than other infectious diseases like COVID. You cannot get it by passing someone in the supermarket who has it.
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Is there a vaccine? Yes – if you’re at higher risk of exposure, you may be eligible for the vaccine. Find out more and where you can get vaccinated here. CHA is working on becoming a provider for the vaccine. Please check the Mass DPH website for updated locations.
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New Center for Inpatient Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
In June, CHA opened new hospital services for children with acute behavioral health needs, like depression, anxiety, mental illness, and neurodevelopmental disorders like autism. Our new center, located in Somerville, is staffed by an amazing team of Psychiatrists, Psychologists, nurses and other health professionals.
Like other states, Massachusetts faces a behavioral health crisis with a growing need for psychiatric hospital services. Patients with mental health needs often spend days or weeks in emergency departments or other hospital settings, a practice known as “boarding.” CHA’s new 69-bed center is already helping children and their families from across the state get the care they need.
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Family Vaccine Clinic
Join us on Saturday, July 23 from 9 AM - Noon at the CHA Revere Care Center, 454 Broadway, Revere. The entire family can get vaccinated - first dose, second dose or boosters, depending on your eligibility. Meet Mirabel from the movie Encanto and enjoy free ice cream. Each vaccinated person over five also gets a $25 gift card! Registrations suggested, walk-ins welcome.
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Got Back Pain?
Skip the Emergency Department and call your primary care center. Ask for our Virtual Back Pain Clinic and get a televisit with one of our Orthopedic-trained Physician Assistants, usually the very next day. Get evaluated faster and start your treatment sooner. Watch this video or visit our website for more information.
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Need Lab Work?
Please make sure you have an appointment for your lab visit. CHA does not accept walk-ins to any of our laboratory locations. Find out more about CHA's laboratory and pathology service here.
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Something to Believe In
We were busy this past year at CHA. We opened new adolescent and child psychiatric units to help meet exploding demand, received multiple awards like being named one of Newsweek’s Best Maternity hospitals, hired talented providers and professionals who are committed to providing the best care possible, and so much more. Find out what we did in our 2022 Annual Report. There’s so much to believe in!
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Lunch & Learn
Did you know CHA pharmacists can help you get your medications delivered at home for free, help you make sure your new prescriptions work with existing ones, and help you get your medicine for less? Meet CHA pharmacists Ebony Jackson and Kenny Hanlon and find out how important pharmacists are to your health! Click on this link to join us on August 3rd: challiance.org/lunchandlearn. |
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Check out all your health information on MyCHArt!
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This information is for education only. The information provided here, or through linkages to other sites, is not a substitute for medical or professional care. Please contact your physician or other healthcare provider for medical assistance. For medical emergencies, call 911. |
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