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Front Page - 2009-09-17

Service day spurs 'green' moves for Rox residents

Last Friday, President Barack Obama called upon Americans to participate in a National Day of Service and to give back to their communities on the anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Many of the goodwill efforts revolved around helping to make vulnerable neighborhoods more environmentally friendly. More »

Thousands of downtown D.C. protesters blast Obama

Tens of thousands of protesters fed up with government spending marched to the U.S. Capitol last Saturday, showing their disdain for the president's health care plan with slogans such as "Obamacare makes me sick" and "I'm not your ATM." More »

Flu season fundamentals: How to protect yourself

Each year, health care providers, school systems and thousands of American households prepare for the onset of the traditional winter cold and flu season. However, the emergence this year of the H1N1 influenza strain, commonly known as the swine flu, has added a new dynamic to our annual battle with the flu. More »

BE HEALTHY - Sickle cell disease: The fight for survival starts early

Children with sickle cell disease - also referred to as sickle cell anemia - can lead healthy and productive lives. More »


WEB EXTRA: Slate of at-large candidates share spotlight at South End forum

With the Sept. 22 preliminary elections just one week away, candidates for at-large City Council seats tried to differentiate themselves from their 14 rivals, answering questions on schools, CORI reform and city revenues at a forum held Tuesday night at the Harriet Tubman House on Columbus Avenue. More »

Renovation gives new life to Dot boys' home

The typical quiet of Glendale Street in Dorchester was replaced last Saturday with a flurry of activity. More »

Child obesity, rampant in U.S., now global issue

When it comes to childhood obesity, Dr. Abhinash Srivatsa, a pediatric endocrinologist at Children's Hospital Boston, doesn't mince words. More »