Andrew Siesennop, MD, General Pediatrician at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about expert reaction to the new COVID-19 vaccine guidelines for healthy children.
Shira Doron, MD, Chief Infection Control Officer for Tufts Medicine and Hospital Epidemiologist at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about the latest on the newest COVID-19 variant.
Swimming and spending time on or near the water is one of the best ways to relax and keep cool during the summer, but whether you’re at the pool or the beach, it comes with risks. Drowning is a leading cause of accidental injury and death, especially for children. It can happen in the time it takes to send a text. Staying vigilant can help prevent accidents and allow everyone to enjoy the water. Learn essential water safety tips to prevent drowning, recognize warning signs and stay safe.
Many parents of children with food allergies hesitate to plan a trip to the local ballpark. The smell of peanuts in the stands and the risk of accidental exposure can turn a fun family outing into a stressful experience.
When debilitating back pain confined Patricia to a wheelchair, she thought she was out of options—learn how a cutting-edge endoscopic spine surgery got Patricia back on her feet.
Over 2 decades strong, TeamWalk for CancerCare continues to make a lasting impact. The 2025 walk raised over $570,000 to support patients in our community with critical cancer care services.
Tony Luongo, MD, Urologist at Tufts Medical Center, in a story about the announcement that former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Carey Kimmelstiel, MD, Director of the Interventional Cardiology Center at Tufts Medical Center, in a story about three family members with the same rare heart condition.
May 19 is World IBD Day, raising awareness of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn how diet affects IBD symptoms and what you need to know about managing this complex condition.
You protect your skin from the sun, but don't forget your eyes. Shilpa Desai, MD, Director of Ocular Oncology at Tufts Medicine, shares what you need to know about ocular melanoma, a rare but serious eye cancer.
Harmony Allison, MD, Associate Chief of Gastroenterology at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about why constipation can be more common when on vacation.
When you hear the word stroke, you might picture someone in their 60s or 70s—maybe someone your grandparents’ age. But here’s the truth: stroke can happen to anyone, at any age, at any time.
The pace of modern life, social media pressure, global uncertainty, financial stress and past experiences of trauma or illness can all contribute to heightened anxiety levels. While occasional anxiety is a normal part of life, chronic or overwhelming anxiety can interfere with daily functioning and well-being.
Matthew Mostofi, DO, Associate Chief of Emergency Medicine at Tufts Medical Center, and Brian Downey, MD, Director of General Cardiology Services at Tufts MC, in a story on concerns about the effects of overcaffeination.
Robert Sege, MD, PhD, Pediatrician and Director of the Center for Community-Engaged Medicine at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about a lawsuit against the military in connection with child abuse at a Yuma daycare center.
Shira Doron, MD, Chief Infection Control Officer for Tufts Medicine and Hospital Epidemiologist at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s comments at yesterday’s House Appropriations Committee hearing.
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