Medical Mythbuster: Are there really heavy metals in chocolate?
If you really love chocolate, you may want to sit down before reading this article. A recent study has shown that many cocoa-containing products such as chocolate contain concerning …
Patient Advisory Council Now Accepting Applications!
Reliant is now inviting adult patients (age 18+) and parents of pediatric patients to apply for membership in our Patient Advisory Council (PAC). The PAC is an important resource …
Labor Day Holiday Notice
All Reliant Medical Group locations are closed on Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day. If you need care, Virtual ReadyMED is available via video for patients age …
Heatstroke Can be Deadly. Learn What Signs to Watch For.
Heatstroke is a very dangerous condition caused by the body overheating. A person suffering heatstroke requires immediate treatment because it can be life-threatening. Learn more about the key warning …
Medical Mythbuster: Shark Attacks in the US keep rising…
Actually, the good news is that shark attacks in the United States have trended down in recent years, according to the University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File (ISAF).The chance of …
You Don’t Have to Live with ED
Did you know that about 50% of men over age 40 have experienced some type of erectile dysfunction? Even more alarming is that less than half of men will …
All of Us Research Program Supports Next Generation of Science Workforce
Research Hub Summer Institute introduces educators to robust Researcher Workbench for in-classroom use to advance science education. The National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research Program trained 18 community college …
Natick ReadyMED NOW OPEN
We are thrilled to announce our sixth ReadyMED office is NOW OPEN in Natick! Conveniently located at 1400 Worcester Street on Route 9 across from Shoppers World, ReadyMED PLUS …
Medical Mythbuster: My picnic food will be safe as long as I keep it in the shade
Whether your summer picnic is at the beach or in your backyard, it important to know that just keeping your food in the shade isn’t enough to keep it …
New MyChart Features
At Reliant, we’re always trying to make improvements in our systems in order to make managing and receiving healthcare easier for our patients. One of the ways we do …
Medical Mythbuster: Do Natural Insect Repellants Really Keep the Bugs Away?
Whether you enjoy spending leisurely evenings in the backyard or time hiking in the woods, you’re bound to come across some annoying bugs. Since some insects like mosquitoes and …
Medical Mythbuster: Fried Foods Won’t Harm My Health…
If your doctor has told you to limit or avoid eating fried foods, it’s for a good reason. This is because there is strong evidence that regularly eating fried …
Living on a Low Income? Learn How You Can Save on Medicare Costs
Residents of Massachusetts can receive help with their Medicare health insurance costs through the Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs). These programs, designed for those on a low income, can help …
Medical Minute: Travel Clinic
Reliant’s Travel Clinic can help you prepare for your trip, no matter where in the world you may be going. Learn about all the services offered in our video …
Medical Mythbuster: Can eating black licorice really increase your blood pressure?
It certainly can! Glycyrrhizin, a compound found in licorice root, can raise your blood pressure significantly. Consuming too much licorice can cause the body’s potassium levels to fall, which …
ReadyMED is Coming to Natick!
We’re happy to announce that our sixth ReadyMED office is set to open this summer in Natick! Conveniently located on Route 9, this location will be a ReadyMED Plus, …
All of Us Research Program’s Return of Health-Related DNA Results will help improve genetic testing for more communities.
All of Us Returns Health-Related DNA Results to 100,000 Participants
The National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research Program has returned personalized health-related DNA results to more than 100,000 participants. In doing so, the program looked at a …
Study details the unprecedented scale, diversity, and power of the All of Us Research Program.
275 Million New Genetic Variants Identified in All of Us Research Program Data
Researchers have discovered more than 275 million previously unreported genetic variants, identified from data shared by nearly 250,000 participants of the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research …
All of Us Participants Fuel Heart Disease Research
Data from the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research Program show that more than 89,000 participants have heart disease, according to electronic health record data. This includes …
Medical Mythbuster: Shoveling Snow Can Cause a Heart Attack
This is frighteningly true for some people, especially those living with heart disease or other cardiovascular issues. Living in New England, we are all too familiar with shoveling out …
MyChart Makes Healthcare Easier
It used to be that you needed to call your doctor’s office any time you had a medical need or question. Not so, anymore. With the MyChart patient portal, …
Five Healthy Swaps for Sunday’s Big Game
We all know that our favorite game-day dishes are not always the healthiest choices. Here are a few simple swaps that can satisfy your taste buds while making your …
Blood Pressure Check Events
Reliant Medical Group is offering a series of free blood pressure checks for adults age 18+! This is an opportunity for you to have your blood pressure checked and …
A New, Convenient Way to Pay Your Reliant Bill
Beginning in February, Reliant will offer an interactive phone system that allows you to quickly and easily pay your bill over the phone any time of day or night …
Medical Mythbuster: Can sitting in front of a bright light really help you beat the winter blues?
The shorter days of winter, with their grey skies and reduced sunlight can really affect people’s mood, leading to what is often called the “winter blues.” Fortunately, light therapy, …