Free Tobacco Cessation Counseling

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Do you know that you can have individual Tobacco Counseling Session for FREE if you live in Hudson?

The Hudson Health Department is pleased to announce the establishment of our Smoking Cessation Counseling Program.  Our Community Health Worker is a Tobacco Treatment Specialist, who was specially trained to provide treatment for individuals who want to quit using tobacco.  Our tobacco cessation sessions offer individualized treatment and use comprehensive, evidence-based assessments and treatment strategies that are proven to help individuals quit and stay tobacco free.  We also offer information about effective medications to help you to quit.

This counseling program is for Hudson residents only. There is no cost to participate in this program. You can schedule your appointment by calling Lanie Silva (978) 562-3150.  Available in English and Portuguese.

Trader Joe's Issues Voluntary Recall of Triple Ginger Brew

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Trader Joe's of Monrovia, CA is issuing a voluntary recall of all codes purchased from 11/9/15 through 12/14/15 of Triple Ginger Brew (SKU 51857) due to reports of unopened bottles potentially bursting. Although the ginger brew does not pose a health risk if consumed, all product has been removed from store shelves and destroyed. No injuries or illnesses have been reported to date.

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State Without StigMA

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FOR HELP: 1-800-327-5050 (tty: 1-800-439-2370)

It’s the state’s greatest public health threat – addiction to powerful opioid painkillers. This epidemic kills about four people each day in the Commonwealth.

But you can help. By changing the way you think about, talk about and treat people with addiction. 

The stigma of drug misuse keeps people from seeking treatment. Words like “junkie,” “addict” and “druggie” can hurt, damaging self-image and standing in the way of recovery. Addiction is not a choice. It’s a chronic disease similar to diabetes, heart disease and arthritis. 

Get the facts and embrace a community that needs our support. Join us as we make Massachusetts a #StateWithoutStigMA.

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