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 …
You’ve Just Brought Home Your Newborn. Now What?
By Dr. Neha Esmaeili Department of Pediatrics Congratulations and welcome to parenthood! Bringing a newborn child home from the hospital is an exciting time, but can also be challenging …
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 …
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 …
Should I Be Concerned About Bird Flu?
By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Division of Infectious Diseases Chances are, you have heard about how the H5N1 avian flu virus is affecting poultry and other animals in the country. …
Is it a Cold or Strep Throat?
By Kia McCarthy, NP Department of Pediatrics We’ve all experienced the feeling of a sore throat when we are sick with viruses, including the flu, colds, or COVID-19. However, …
Keeping Your Baby Safe and Healthy During the Holidays
By Laurel Schnorr, MD Department of Pediatrics If you recently welcomed a new baby, you may be concerned about how to keep your child free from illness during holiday …
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, …
Tips and Advice for Student Athletes and Their Parents
We spoke with Dr. Mary Flynn, a Family Practice physician who works at Reliant’s Neponset St. office about ways children and their families can prepare for a new sports …
September is Sepsis Awareness Month – Learn the Warning Signs
By Dr. Iryna Chastain Division of Hospital Medicine Sepsis occurs when your body has an extreme response to an infection. The immune cells in your body that normally work …
Proper Vaccination Has Never Been More Important
By Dr. Dan Slater Chair, Pediatrics & Associate Chair, Primary Care August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance to remind people of all ages about the importance …
Healthy Lunch Tips for Kids
By Neha Esmaeili, MD Department of Pediatrics With school back in session, lunch is a frequent topic of discussion in many households. If you take care of a child, …
Enjoy the Pool – Just Don’t Drink the Water!
By Kia McCarthy, NP Department of Pediatrics For many of us, warm summer days often mean a refreshing dip in a pool. Before you jump in with both feet, …
Baby-led Weaning Gains in Popularity
By Mila Caraballo, DNP Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Certified Lactation Counselor It’s a classic image that many of us are familiar with – a parent spoon-feeding some baby food to …
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 …
To Protect Against Melanoma, SPF is Important!
Thomas Rosenfeld, MD Chief, Division of Dermatology Melanoma, one of the most dangerous skin cancers, is a very common disease. In fact, from 2009 to 2019, rates of new …
5 Tips for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
By: Carolyn Benson, NP Division of Neurology Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be very challenging. Helping with everyday tasks and personal care, as well as assisting with …
Reliant Makes it Easier to Receive the Mental Health Care You Need
By Sam Nordberg, PhD Chief of Behavioral Health May is Mental Health Month, an ideal time to learn how Reliant’s Behavioral Health department is helping patients deal with their …
Bunion Pain? Here’s 5 Ways to Find Relief
By Dr. Robert Greene Division of Podiatry Ouch! If you’ve ever had a bunion, you know they can be quite painful. Bunions form when the bone or tissue at …
Don’t Skip Your Child’s Vitamin K Shot!
By Kia McCarthy, NP Department of Pediatrics Vitamin K is essential to help a newborn baby’s blood clot normally. This is why it is given as a shot within …
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 …
Taking Too Many Pain Relievers Can Be Dangerous
By Kenneth Kronlund, MD, FACP Associate Medical Director, Quality and Risk Management Most people occasionally take pain relievers whether for a headache, back pain, arthritis or other problems. However, …
Is it Time for Your Colon Cancer Screening?
By Dr. David Gilchrist Department of Family Practice, Reliant Medical Group If you are age 45 or older, it’s time to schedule your colon cancer screening. This type of …
Shrewsbury Pediatrics Wins MHQP Patient Experience Award
Congratulations to Reliant’s Pediatrics team in Shrewsbury for being recognized by Massachusetts Health Quality Partners (MHQP) as one of the top practices in Massachusetts for patient experience in primary …
Understanding Your Blood Pressure Readings
By Felipe Fernandez del Castillo, MD Division of Nephrology February is American Heart Month, a perfect time to learn more about blood pressure and your health. Regular blood pressure …