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Health and wellness information from our experts

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Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

Spring is here and the budding plants, trees and flowers will soon be in full bloom. So too will the seasonal allergies that affect an estimated 81 million Americans. But there are things you can do to alleviate the sneezing, coughing, congestion and itchy eyes. Allergy specialists recommend the following tips to suppress seasonal allergies.

Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

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Five Heart Attack Signs Every Woman Should Know

Many women experience different symptoms than expected when suffering from a heart attack.

Five Heart Attack Signs Every Woman Should Know

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How to Recognize and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder

While irritability, tiredness and low energy are common symptoms, there are other tell-tale signs.

How to Recognize and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder

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Women and Heart Disease (Infographic)

Heart disease is the single leading cause of death for women in the US, claiming the lives of more women than all forms of cancer combined. Are you at risk?

Women and Heart Disease (Infographic)

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Understanding the Symptoms and Remedies for Norovirus

Dr. Todd Ellerin, director of Infectious Diseases, explains the symptoms of norovirus and how to fight it off quickly.

Understanding the Symptoms and Remedies for Norovirus

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Should You be Screened for Lung Cancer? (Infographic)

Lung cancer is the most deadly cancer in the US, but survival increase when it's diagnosed early. Find out if you are a candidate for a lung cancer screening.

Should You be Screened for Lung Cancer? (Infographic)

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Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Total Joint Replacement Surgeon

Finding the right hip or knee replacement surgeon is important to long-term success. Learn 5 things you should look for before choosing a surgeon.

Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Total Joint Replacement Surgeon

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Five Healthy Ways to Boost Your Energy Level in the New Year

Get nutrition advice from our registered dietitians about how to supplement your workouts with smart eating choices this Spring.

Five Healthy Ways to Boost Your Energy Level in the New Year

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Five Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Annual Physical

Five tips to help you get the most out of this important annual appointment with your doctor.

Five Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Annual Physical

Redesigning Vascular Care on the South Shore

Redesigning Vascular Care for South Shore Residents

Our new Chief of Vascular Surgery talks about his plans to make the Health System the choice for vascular care in the region.

Redesigning Vascular Care for South Shore Residents