(NECN) - Soda, french fries and candy bars sound like good snacks to many, but the Obama administration is making a push this week to ban candy and sugary beverages from schools. The goal is to cut down on the number of kids who get fat during their school aged years. Dr. Myechia Jordan, Chief Medical Officer of the Dimock Center in Boston, joins NECN to talk about the initiative.  View the video here.

(NECN) - Quitting smoking is a common New Year's resolution. It is easier said than done, but there are some things you can do to stick to your goals and kick the habit. Dr. Myechia Jordan, Chief Medical Officer from the Dimock Center in Boston, discusses why stopping smoking is so difficult, and tips for making it stick. View the video here.

(NECN) - In Community Health, the snow may look beautiful, but shoveling can be dangerous if you're not in good health. Dr. Myechia Jordan, Chief Medical Officer for Dimock Center in Boston has more on the signs and symptoms of heart attacks. Dr. Jordan explains the symptoms and what you should do if you experience them. View the video here.

(NECN) - In Community Health, we're talking about depression. It's a major public health problem, and a leading predictor of functional disability and mortality. Dr. Myechia Jordan, Chief Medical Officer for the Dimock Center in Boston talks more about the symptoms of depression, and when a referral is necessary. View the video here.

(NECN) - In Community Health, it's a growing health problem in America, but it's often misunderstood. Dr. Myechia Jordan, Chief Medical Officer for the Dimock Center in Boston joins NECN with what you need to know about diabetes. Dr. Jordan explains what diabetes is, what causes it, and how it is diagnosed. View the video here.

NECN) - In this Community Health segment, we are talking about cholesterol, the dangers of heart disease and what you can do to prevent it. Dr. Myechia Jordan, Chief Medical Officer for the Dimock Center in Boston, Massachusetts, joins NECN for a discussion. View the video here.