Tag: Worcester Guardian
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Bill aims to secure community health workers amid job insecurity
In Worcester, community health workers provide critical care and trust — while facing an uncertain future. A woman who regularly visits the Family Health Center of Worcester continues to suffer from hypertension. Her blood pressure fluctuates dangerously, and she struggles…
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State bill seeks earlier detection of kids’ vision problems
The bill, proposed by Sen. Michael Moore of Millbury would expand the current requirement for a recent eye exam for children entering kindergarten to those entering preschool. When a child is unable to follow the teacher’s instructions or actively participate…