21 Ways to Reduce Stress During the Workday
Throughout your day, consider these ideas to reduce stress.
Contact the Colon and Rectal Surgery Team
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Why You Should Be Pro-Probiotic
"Bacteria" is a negative word, right? Not necessarily. If a bacterium comes in probiotic form, you ought to jump at the chance to take it in. It's about time the good bacteria stop getting a bum rap.
Brownie Kisses
Heading to a holiday party? Visiting a friend's house? Getting ready for company?
Down Syndrome Program
An estimated 5,000 individuals with Down syndrome live in Massachusetts. Of those, approximately 25 percent reside in Central and Western Massachusetts.
Buying Guidelines for Safe and Fun Toys
Who'd have thought a cute plush puppy could cause choking? Or that dinosaur claw gloves could poke an eye? You know the little boy in your life would love the toy sword but think twice. It could cause a blunt force injury when he swings it at someone.
What Do Blood Sugar and Baseball Have in Common?
The American Diabetes Association uses this analogy - In some ways, the A1C test is like a baseball player's season batting average, it tells you about a person's overal
The Season of Thanks - Get Your Gift
"Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you.
Help! I Can't Find My Keys.
How's your memory? Concerned that you may be more forgetful? Have you experienced a "senior moment?" There are several things you can do to invigorate your mind's inner workings and, in turn, experience life in the way you want. How do you keep your brain healthy?
Get to Know Your Health Care Team
Attending Physicians: physician in charge of your care. Your physician or the physician covering for he/she will check in on you periodically during your hospital stay.
Residents: physicians in training who work under the direction of your physician. They round each day early in the morning (before 6:30 am) to change dressings, review lab results and plan your treatments for the day. They will also check in on you later in the day.