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City health staff report expansion of mother-visiting program and community blood-pressure clinics
Summary
Lynn public-health staff reported launching a North Shore mother-visiting program with seven visits so far, and expanding blood-pressure clinics at community sites; staff described referral partnerships with Salem Hospital and plans for community outreach during Public Health Week.
Public-health staff updated the Lynn Board of Health on two community programs at the March 4 meeting: a newly launched North Shore mother-visiting program and ongoing blood-pressure screening clinics.
Kitzia (public health nurse) described the mother-visiting program as a referral-based service for parents who gave birth in the past year. The program offers a one-time home or in-person visit with community resources and a “goodie bag” that can include diapers, wipes, a board book and snacks; staff also provide referrals for additional…
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