徐千田教你做健康好管家 (圖片)

 

加斯林糖尿病中心"薑味"籌款21萬5千 (圖片)

加斯林糖尿病中心科學者金良城主持"薑味"籌款會。

"薑味"今年籌委會共同主席之一郭慧明。

"薑味"今年籌委會共同主席之一Shunee Yee。

"薑味"創始大廚之一，甄碧鳳。

"薑味"創辦家族之一的陳李慧珍。

長年支持"薑味"的Fuji Group(富士集團)負責人梁戰士。

富士集團大廚曹明示範一道菜。

加斯林糖尿病中新任董事長Roberta Herman。

加斯林糖尿病中心科學長金良城(左上順時鐘)感謝"薑味"
籌委會的李超榮，Shunee Yee，甄碧鳳，周樹昂等人。

加斯林"薑味"籌款會今年表揚長期支持者。

支持薑味的咖啡商Alvin Tsang。

"薑味"大廚之一，"Mei Mei"的Irene Li。

薑味大廚之一。

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"薑味"大廚之一，"Bone Me"的Alison Fong。

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"薑味"大廚。

金良城(右)在網上"薑味"最後一個段落回答提問。

 

Baker-Polito Administration Files Legislation to Enhance Public Safety, Strengthen Oversight at Division of Professional Licensure

 Baker-Polito Administration Files Legislation to Enhance Public Safety, Strengthen Oversight at Division of Professional Licensure

Legislation would modernize DPL and transfer key health-related boards to DPH; bill includes reforms to create greater enforcement authority, limit public safety risks, combat human trafficking

 

BOSTON — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration filed legislation to enhance public safety, combat human trafficking, and address unlicensed operators through a package of reforms that aim to modernize and transform the Division of Professional Licensure (DPL). Specifically, the legislation seeks to strengthen the Division’s oversight of its licensing boards, and update and modernize enabling statutes of several boards under DPL’s supervision. The bill also proposes the expansion of tools available for enforcement, including the authority for investigators to compel the production of documents during investigations and increased civil penalties. The legislation also proposes making a licensee’s failure to cooperate in an investigation an independent basis for taking disciplinary action.

 

“Over the past year, our Administration conducted a comprehensive review of operations and staffing at the Division of Professional Licensure, and implemented significant changes including hiring new staff, improving internal communications and procedures, and strengthening relationships with local law enforcement,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “Our proposed legislation builds on these internal improvements and will serve to further strengthen and improve the operations of this important agency so it can better serve the public.”

 

An Act Relative to Licensing Accountability in the Commonwealth would further safeguard the public by allowing DPL to seek criminal prosecution of individuals engaged in the unlicensed practice of massage therapy. Under current statutes, DPL is limited to seeking prosecution of an individual who provides massage therapy services after the individual’s license is suspended or revoked. Closing this loophole will empower DPL to hold unlicensed operators accountable and intervene in situations that pose a grave threat to public safety, such as human trafficking. The bill would also implement a new provision that would prohibit Level 3 sex offenders from obtaining any license from DPL or the Department of Public Health.

 

The Administration also filed legislation to transfer several health-related licensing boards currently within the Division of Professional Licensure to the Department of Public Health. A similar change was first proposed in the Baker-Polito Administration’s comprehensive health care legislation, initially filed in 2019. In this new filing, a total of 13 boards have been designated for transfer.

 

Boards that would be transferred include: Allied Health; Allied Mental Health; Chiropractors; Dietitians and Nutritionists; Dispensing Opticians; Hearing Instrument Specialists; Podiatry; Optometry; Psychologists; Social Workers; Speech Pathology and Audiology; Health Officers; and Sanitarians.

 

These board transfers will ensure that these health-related licensing boards are situated within an agency more appropriately aligned with their areas of expertise. Licensed health professionals will directly benefit from the oversight of DPH, which is staffed by public health experts and licensed health professionals who regularly work with the myriad of state and federal laws and regulations.

 

“Massachusetts will be better served by transferring these health-related licensing boards to an agency more aligned with their areas of expertise, providing more opportunity to foster collaboration and coordination between the Department of Public Health, the boards, and licensed health professionals,” said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito. “Licensed health professionals will directly benefit from the oversight by DPH, which is staffed by public health experts and licensed health professionals, while allowing DPL to concentrate on its core mission of more than two dozen important trades and professions.”

 

“By combining key reforms in this legislation with the administrative improvements already made at DPL, we can further strengthen the agency’s ability to play a more proactive role protecting the public’s safety and the rights of consumers,” said Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy. “In addition, the enforcement mechanisms in this legislation will help ensure we can take necessary actions when certain individuals engage in behavior that is detrimental to the integrity of the workforce for each licensed profession.”

 

Upon the transfer of these boards, DPL would retain oversight of 15 licensing boards covering a variety of occupations ranging from electricians to massage therapists, as well as oversight of 10 boards, bureaus or other governing bodies within the Office of Public Safety and Inspections, and the Office of Private Occupational School Education. Further, as part of this legislation, the Division of Professional Licensure would become the Division of Occupational Licensure as changing the name of the agency would more accurately reflect its function and purpose in assisting the people of the Commonwealth.

 

“This legislation complements the continued progress made by DPL to implement significant reforms resulting in improved public safety and enhanced inter-departmental coordination,” said Undersecretary of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation Edward A. Palleschi. "With the addition of the proposals included in this legislation, we are confident we can continue along the path of positive change for the individuals licensed by DPL who will benefit from a more streamlined agency focus."

 

“This will be a great addition to our enforcement authority to combat human trafficking so that we can work with law enforcement partners and target the drivers of trafficking and do more to keep our children and communities safe,” said DPL Commissioner Layla D’Emilia.

 

“Transferring the oversight of additional health professionals to the Department of Public Health, as Governor Baker first proposed in comprehensive health care legislation, creates an opportunity to strengthen and streamline oversight across more health-related professions, and further our efforts to protect the health and well-being of everyone in the Commonwealth,” said Health and Human Services Secretary Marylou Sudders.

 

“DPH has an important role to protect the health and well-being of residents of the Commonwealth and as part of this role we oversee the professional licensure, registration, and certification of health care professionals. With this integration of health care professional boards at DPH, we will continue our work to ensure the high quality and safety of our health care system,” said Public Health Commissioner Monica Bharel, MD, MPH

波士頓榮光會6月改選理監事

波士頓榮光會秘書長鄭增壽(中)主持選舉小組會議，右起，張韻蘭，蔣碧如，池元真，
石家孝等人審核會員資格。(周菊子攝)

             (Boston Orange)波士頓榮光會為”後疫情時代”做準備，日前召開選舉小組會議，核定39名會員有投票權，將於5月22日敦請上級輔導單位派員檢視選票，陸續於6月，7月為選舉新屆理、監事及理、監事長投漂，開票。

波士頓榮光會秘書長鄭增壽(左起)請理事杜緒儀，監事長劉成入座。(周菊子攝)

               榮光會秘書長鄭增壽表示，該會現任理事長鄭永豐因故辭職，因此由他出面召開選舉小組會議，為新年度的理監事改選做準備。該會理事長一職將由副理事長袁建業代理，出席中華公所代表一職，將由楊思聖代理。5月22日將請經文處處長，僑教中心主任列席監督，為選票加蓋印章，再投郵，預定6月5日位理監事選舉開票，6月26日按理監事當選名單寄發理事長，監事長選票，訂7月10日在中華公所開票。

               5月15日早上，鄭增壽和榮光會財務蔣碧如，以及理事張韻蘭，杜緒儀，池元山，石家孝，李維邦，監事長劉成，監事池元真，以及楊思聖等人在中華公所會議廳，根據是否已經繳交2019-2021會費，過往出席活動情況，是否遵守章程、紀律等要素審核後，共有39人符合資格，將有權投票。另有22人或因未繳會費，或已遷居台灣，已辭世等等狀況，本次選舉將無權投票。 

波士頓慈濟 5/23講座 預防及治療高血壓

 五月份是National High Blood Pressure Education Month，劉皓行醫師將於5/23星期日下午3:00-4:00，為大家講解高血壓的預防、診斷和治療，詳情請看附件海報。

講座內容包括:

1. 我有高血壓嗎?

2. 高血壓有什麼樣的危害?

3. 如何預防高血壓和併發症?

4. 如何節和中西醫預防和治療高血壓? 

雲端講座： https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84240063419?pwd=TExwemdmN1kyUTJQbk1MMXp0c2N5QT09#success 

Meeting ID: 842 4006 3419

Password: 0523

To call in: 929 205 6099

MAYOR KIM JANEY NAMES STEPHANIE GARRETT-STEARNS CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

 

MAYOR KIM JANEY NAMES STEPHANIE GARRETT-STEARNS CHIEF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

Stephanie Garrett-Stearns

BOSTON - May 19, 2021 - Mayor Kim Janey announced today that she is appointing Senior Advisor Stephanie Garrett-Stearns as Chief Communications Officer. She will serve as lead communications strategist and advisor for the Janey administration, guiding a dynamic team of press, digital media, speechwriting and photography professionals. Garrett-Stearns’ new role includes responsibilities held by Nick Martin, who announced plans to pursue new opportunities in April and will be leaving his role on May 21.  “Stephanie Garrett-Stearns is a communications veteran with insight into Boston’s diverse communities,” said Mayor Kim Janey. “She is a master of authentic, transparent communication strategies that deepen understanding and foster trust. I am thrilled to have Stephanie as part of my cabinet and look forward to her continued leadership and counsel as we advance a city wide agenda for Boston’s recovery, reopening, and renewal. As we prepare for this transition, I am tremendously grateful to Nick Martin. His dedication, leadership and skill have been invaluable. I wish Nick the very best in his next chapter.”   Before joining the Janey administration, Garrett-Stearns served as Vice President of Communications and Fund Development for The Community Builders, Inc, where she led communications and fundraising strategy and program execution. Garrett-Stearns was previously Head of Public Relations and Chief Corporate Spokesperson for the Siemens division, Osram Sylvania.  “I am honored to serve the people of Boston as part of the historic Kim Janey administration,” said Garrett-Stearns. “At a time when public trust is paramount, our communications team will be a key link between City Hall and the residents of Boston as we work to create a stronger, more equitable city.”    An alumna of The Partnership, Inc. Next Generation Executive program for professionals of color, Garrett-Stearns also completed the Business Management Institute at Cornell University. She holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Washington University in St. Louis and a bachelor’s degree in human resources management from Michigan State University.  Garrett-Stearns is a volunteer and board member for several nonprofit organizations, including the Massachusetts Institute for a New Commonwealth (MassINC), the Boston Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. An active member of Union United Methodist Church in the South End, she lives in West Roxbury with her husband and daughter. Janey’s appointment of Garrett-Stearns is her latest move to build one of the most diverse cabinets in the City’s history. Since her swearing-in on March 24, Janey has named Dion Irish, Chief of Operations; Justin Sterritt, Chief Financial Officer; Celina Barrios-Milner, Chief of Equity; and Rev. Mariama White-Hammond, Chief of Environment, Energy, and Open Space.  “I am committed to building a cabinet that is as talented as the city we serve,” said Janey. “I am proud to welcome these experienced and inclusive leaders to Bosto

Mass Bio State of Possible conference

Session TitleStart TimeEnd TimePlatform Open for Networking
Connect with members of the life sciences community during this open networking session.

5/19/2021 9:00 AM5/19/2021 10:00 AMWelcome and Annual Board Business
Kendalle Burlin O'Connell, President & COO of MassBio, and Charles Wilson, Board Chair of MassBio, kick-off the 2021 State of Possible Conference.

5/19/2021 10:00 AM5/19/2021 10:30 AMKeynote Address: Moderna’s Transformational 2020
Moderna's CMO Tal Zaks will provide an in-depth look at the company's meteoric rise - from small Massachusetts HQ'd startup to global household name leading the fight against COVID-19.

5/19/2021 10:30 AM5/19/2021 11:00 AMQ&A Session with Keynote
5/19/2021 11:00 AM5/19/2021 11:15 AMPossible Talk: Shorten the Diagnostic Journey with Rare Answers
While we have more medical data than ever before, much of it is untapped, disorganized, and unusable. Alexion's Seb Lefebvre will dig into the latest tools and resources to address this issue, including technologies the life sciences community can use to shorten the diagnostic journey for children with rare disease.

5/19/2021 11:15 AM5/19/2021 11:30 AMInteractive Networking Session
Connect with members of the life sciences community during this open networking session.

5/19/2021 11:30 AM5/19/2021 12:00 PMLunch Break UberEats!
5/19/2021 12:00 PM5/19/2021 12:15 PMHenri A. Termeer Innovative Leadership Award Presentation
Presented annually, the Henri A. Termeer Innovative Leadership Award is given to an individual who has contributed significantly to the growth and success of the life sciences industry in Massachusetts.5/19/2021 12:15 PM5/19/2021 12:30 PMClinical Trials in 2021 and Beyond: What is the New Normal?
Although many clinical trials were disrupted, cancelled or delayed in 2020, the scientific R&D industry's response to the pandemic actually helped accelerate innovation in clinical trials. Our panelists will discuss the key trends that have emerged over the past year - including new models and partnerships, trial design, and the importance of diverse representation - and will assess what the future of clinical trials looks like.

5/19/2021 12:30 PM5/19/2021 1:00 PMPanel Breakout Discussion
Attendees will discuss findings from the clinical trial panel during this interactive session.

5/19/2021 1:00 PM5/19/2021 1:30 PMPossible Talk: The Power of Prehab
Loriana Hernandez-Aldama went from telling everyone else's story to "becoming the story" - in 2014, her high profile career as an Emmy award-winning journalist took an unexpected, near fatal turn when she was diagnosed with AML. During this possible talk, Hernandez-Aldama will share her journey and provide perspective on today's patient experience.

5/19/2021 1:30 PM5/19/2021 1:45 PMThe Biotech Boom: What Does the Future of Funding Look Like?
With investor confidence in the biopharma industry at an all-time high (and driving record-breaking investment), emerging companies have more pathways to scale than ever before. Our panelists will discuss the current state of biopharma investment, including the SPAC boom of 2020, innovative partnerships, and projections for 2021 and beyond.

5/19/2021 1:45 PM5/19/2021 2:15 PMPanel Breakout Discussion
Attendees will discuss insights from the funding panel during this interactive session.

5/19/2021 2:15 PM5/19/2021 2:45 PMClosing Keynote: The Power of Women of Color as Champions to Advance Equity
As a physician scientist, Dr. Charlotte Jones-Burton has dedicated her life's work to creating healthier communities globally through drug development, advocacy, empowerment, and engagement. Dr. Jones-Burton will discuss the critical ways the biopharmaceutical industry can address health inequities and positively impact patients and communities of color.

5/19/2021 2:45 PM5/19/2021 3:15 PMClosing Comments
Kendalle Burlin O'Connell will close out the 2021 State of Possible with a focus on building a better future for patients around the world.

5/19/2021 3:15 PM5/19/2021 3:30 PMPlatform Remains Open for Networking
5/19/2021 3:30 PM5/19/2021 4:00 PM