Is it Safe for my Children to Eat GMO Foods?
To encourage good health, it’s important for children to eat safe, healthy, and nutritious foods. Parents know this is not always easy. Recently, many families across the country have …
Testicular Cancer – Know the Warning Signs
June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, a good time to learn more about testicular cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, this type of cancer most often strikes men …
Appointment Reminders
How we Remind you about Appointments Recent Changes to Text Appointment Reminders Choose How We Communicate with You Sign up for MyChart FAQs About the New Text Message System …
Have You Tried Measuring Your Blood Pressure at Home?
May is High Blood Pressure Education Month, a great time to learn more about high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention …
Need a Last-Minute Camp Physical? ReadyMED Can Help!
Ideally, physical exams should be performed by your family’s primary care provider (PCP). However, if you find yourself in a time pinch and need proof of a physical before …
Skip the Call – Schedule Online with MyChart
Life gets busy, and finding time to pick up the phone to make an appointment at your doctor’s office isn’t always easy. That’s why MyChart is built to make …
Are You Getting Enough Fiber?
Fiber is an important part of a healthy diet. However, most Americans don’t eat anywhere near the recommended 25 grams of fiber daily. In fact, most people take in …
Medical Mythbuster: Can Gardening Really Be Risky? Let’s Dig In!
With warmer weather finally here, gardeners across the country are back outside to nurture their gardens. While gardening is a relaxing and enjoyable activity, it’s important to keep in …
Vaccination is Your Best Protection Against Measles
You have probably heard about the measles outbreaks happening in certain areas of the United States. These outbreaks continue to expand and one confirmed death from measles has been …
Medical Mythbuster: Eating Meals at Different Times Each Day Won’t Affect My Sleep
Believe it or not, an inconsistent mealtime schedule really can affect the quality of your sleep. This is because both your appetite and metabolism influence your circadian rhythm. Your …
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Five Myths about Colorectal Cancer
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. This is a good time to talk about some of the common myths people have about colon and rectal cancer. Myth 1: If …
February is Heart Month! Here’s 5 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health.
Chances are, you’ve known a friend or a family member who has had a heart attack or heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, approximately 48% of Americans …
Medical Mythbuster: Can Eating Chocolate Really Improve Your Mood?
People have been enjoying chocolate for centuries. One of the reasons for its popularity is not just the taste; many people also feel it improves their mood. It’s not …
New Oncology & Infusion Center Opens in Southborough
On Thursday, February 13th, Reliant celebrated the opening of its new Oncology & Infusion Center in Southborough. Led by Dr. Brad Switzer, Chair of Cancer Care/Infusion, this new center …
Get Your Blood Pressure Checked!
Your blood pressure is an important sign of your overall health. High blood pressure can be very dangerous and you may not have any symptoms with elevated blood pressure, …
Medical Mythbuster: Can Sitting All Day Really Shorten Your Life?
If you would like to improve your health in 2025, consider spending more time walking and less time sitting. It may be a lot more beneficial than you think! …
It’s Respiratory Illness Season – Don’t Forget Your Vaccines!
It’s that time of year…when the flu, COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses like RSV are spreading throughout our community. Catching both the flu and COVID-19 is possible, so you …
Important Update on Milford ReadyMED
Our Milford ReadyMED office will close permanently on Saturday, February 8th. It has been our privilege to provide care to Milford area residents. Patients may visit our other ReadyMED …
Reliant Medical Group Caregivers Recognized for Excellence
Reliant Medical Group caregivers have once again been recognized for their commitment to providing high-quality care by being named to the Harvard Pilgrim Physician Group Honor Roll With Distinction …
Reliant Receives Three More Distinguished Awards for Clinical Care!
For the fifth year in a row, Reliant Medical Group has received three prominent awards from the American Heart Association and American Medical Association. These outpatient program achievement awards …
Reliant Makes it Easy to Get Your Flu Shot!
Receiving a flu shot does more than just protect you, it also helps protect those around you. Vaccination is especially important for protecting those at high risk for serious …
Medical Mythbuster: Can Getting Scared Actually Be Healthy?
Halloween is that time of year when getting frightened becomes very popular. When you get scared, like when you watch a scary movie or visit a haunted house, your …
Do You Have Dense Breasts?
By Neely Hines, MD Associate Chief of Breast Imaging October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an ideal time to learn more about breast cancer screening. As of September 10, …
Medical Mythbuster: Does a Pumpkin Spice Latte Really Contain as Much Sugar as Two Snickers Bars?
Well, not quite, but it’s very close. Two full-size Snickers bars contain 54 grams of sugar, while a 16 oz. pumpkin spice latte from your favorite coffee chain contains …
MyChart Makes Managing Your Healthcare Easier
We know our patients are busy and don’t get sick on a schedule. Sometimes you just don’t have time to call your doctor’s office in the middle of the …