SPH Snapshot: The Opioid Epidemic.
Used needles are an unfortunate yet common sight near the intersection of Massachusetts Ave. and Melnea Cass Blvd.
The "Mass and Cass" area is home to multiple shelters, health care clinics, and other social service agencies helping Boston's most vulnerable residents
Derek and Taylor were featured in the Activist Lab's "Faces of Albany Street" photo exhibit
Used needles are discarded on the ground outside of the Suffolk County House of Correction in Boston.
In April, the Activist Lab collaborated with the City of Boston and other partners for the city's first-ever Needle Take-Back Day, during which participating community health centers served as safe disposal sites.
Signs of the opioid epidemic are evident in our surrounding community. Here is a look at past events that SPH has held to tackle this public health challenge.
