How one state helps kids in crisis stay safe, out of the ER
DeAnna Pedro, a liaison between pediatrics and psychiatry at UMass Memorial Medical Center, reviewed Ha
Bariatric Diet Stages 1 through 3 After Stages
Day before Surgery
Consume liquids only. This can include clear liquids and protein drinks.
Day of Surgery
Clear liquids only after midnight and up until 2 hours before surgery. No intake 2 hours before surgery. Please follow all instructions provided by your surgeon.
Stage 1: Water
Immediately after surgery, you will be given small amounts of water. Remember to sip slowly. Once you tolerate it comfortably, you will advance to stage 2.
In an Overdose, Narcan Can Save a Life
You don’t have to be addicted to opioids to die from an overdose. It can happen to anyone taking an opioid for pain or misusing a prescription. Knowing what to do (use Narcan) and how to do it can save a life.
Southwestern Tex-Mex Chicken Noodle Soup
Tex Mex soup with chicken, black beans and corn is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines elements of Mexican and Southwestern cuisine. This soup is perfect for a cozy night in or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer for a party.
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8 Normal Headaches and 3 That Mean Trouble
Headaches are one of the most common health complaints, with most people experiencing them at some point in their lives. There are many different types of headaches, and while some are nothing to worry about, others can be a sign of a more serious condition.
Locals make preparations ahead of extreme cold later this week
UMass Memorial Health's Deputy Chief of EMS Michael Hunter said whatever you wear, make sure it’s loose fittin
Nutrition and How It Can Prevent Macular Degeneration
In 1994, we first showed that diet and nutrition played a role in the progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a disease that causes vision loss in the central part of the eye. It’s now proven that some foods can reduce the risk of advanced types of the disease by 57%.
COVID-19, Flu Shots Ending At Worcester Site
WORCESTER, MA — A COVID-19 and flu shot site at the Mercantile Center will no longer offer the vaccines starting this