5 Tips to Reduce Stress and Get Through the Holidays
By Jonathan Smith, MD Reliant Medical Group Family Practice As we enter the holiday season, it’s important to remember that not everyone looks forward to this time of year. …
Does Your Child Need a Doctor’s Letter? Check MyChart first!
This time of year, parents often need a doctor’s letter to show that their child has had a physical exam. Schools often request this before children can start classes …
Do You Have Psoriasis?
August is Psoriasis Awareness Month, a good time to learn about this common skin condition. Plaque psoriasis, the most common kind, appears as red, raised patches on the skin …
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 …
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 …
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 …
5 Tips on Avoiding Illness During Holiday Travel
By Maegan Pollard, MD Department of Family Practice Few things are more frustrating than getting sick over the holidays, especially when traveling away from home to visit with family …
Carbon Monoxide Can be a Danger Any Time of Year
By Yasir Saleem, DO Department of Family Practice We all have a lot on our minds these days, but no matter how busy you are it’s still important to …
Oat, Almond or Cashew? Your Milk Options are Tastier Than Ever
By Dr. Mark Collins Leominster Family Practice A trip to your local grocery store will quickly reveal that milk isn’t just milk anymore. In addition to cow’s milk, there …
Sick Day or Not? How to Determine if Your Child Needs to Stay Home from School
Edited by Dr. Sheila Abdallah Department of Family Practice When you have a sick child, deciding whether or not to keep them out of school or daycare is …
How Vulnerable People Can Stay Safe During Respiratory Illness Season
By Dr. Kenneth Kronlund Department of Internal Medicine The risk of having a dangerous COVID-19 or flu infection increases with age and for people with serious health conditions. …
Vaccination Can Prevent Serious Illness from COVID-19, the Flu and RSV
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expect both the flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections to rise this fall and winter. Catching more than one …
Ringworm Infection? Here’s what you need to know
By Pamela Sansoucy, MD Department of Family Practice Tineas corporis, also known as ringworm, athlete’s foot, or jock itch, is not caused by a worm at all. It is …
Don’t Neglect Air Quality Alerts!
By Kevin Martin, MD Division of Pulmonology Many areas of our country, including New England, have suffered poor air quality this summer. Chances are, you’ve seen Air Quality Alerts …
June is Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s National Health Month, so we sat down with Dr. Asjad Ali, a Family Practice physician in our Holden office about some of the concerns many men …
8 Tips to Make Online Dating a Little Less Stressful
By Amy Chau, NP Department of Family Practice It used to be that people often met their future spouse at a high school dance, in college, at work, or …
Learn the Amazing Benefits of Exercise
By Dr. Gilberto Sustache Department of Family Practice For older adults, regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. According to …
Has Social Media Taken Over Your Life?
By Amy Chau, FNP Department of Family Practice Social media has become a big part of almost everyone’s life these days. However, for some of us, it creates more …
Is Something Keeping You Up at Night?
By Lauren Katz, NP Department of Family Practice Everyone seems to have a lot to worry about these days. From rising prices, to COVID-19, to a war in Europe, …
You Can Count on Advanced Practitioners for Great Care
These days, a visit to your doctor’s office often means seeing an advanced practitioner (AP). Advanced practitioners are playing an increasingly important role in providing patient care at Reliant …
A Filthy Phone May Make You Sick – Here’s How to Disinfect It.
By Ye Li, MD Family Practice Reliant Medical Group We all seem to spend a lot of time using our cell phones these days. In fact, it is estimated …
Get the Scoop on Your Poop
By Dr. Ye Li Department of Family Practice You may not want to discuss it at the dinner table, but your poop can tell you a lot about your …
I Have a Cold, is it Still Okay if I Work Out?
By Dr. Ye Li Department of Family Practice Some people just hate to miss a workout, even when they are feeling less than their best. So, is it all …
Getting the Most Out of Your Visit to Your Doctor
By Dr. Amanda Vitko Department of Family Practice Whether you are seeing your primary care provider or a specialist, it’s important to get the most out of your visit …