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, …
Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder Can Be Highly Effective
By John V. Chisholm III, MD Department of Family Practice Board-certified in Addiction Medicine The United States has been in the midst of an opioid epidemic for a number …
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 …
Are You Using Alcohol to Reduce Stress?
By John V. Chisholm III, MD Department of Family Practice It’s no secret that many Americans like to relax with a drink after a stressful day; but overuse of …
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 …
Are You Washing Your Bath Towels Enough?
By Lauren Katz, NP Department of Family Practice There’s no cleaner feeling than taking a warm, refreshing shower and reaching over for a fluffy bath towel. But wait – …
Is it a Stomach Virus or Food Poisoning?
By Dr. Joseph DiFranza Family Practitioner, Reliant Medical Group When you are vomiting every hour or going through a bad round of diarrhea, you may not care that much …
Is My Cold or Flu Still Contagious?
By Dr. Joseph DiFranza Department of Family Medicine – Fitchburg Reliant Medical Group We all seem to get sick at the most inopportune time – just before a big …
I’ve Just Found a Tick Bite– Now What Do I Do?
Many scientists believe that 2017 will be a troublesome year for ticks in our area due to the mild winter weather. So it’s important to know what to do …
Hands Cold as Ice? It Could be Raynaud’s Syndrome.
By Usha Rallapalli, MD Reliant Medical Group Family Medicine Winters in New England are already pretty tough, but for those with Raynaud’s syndrome, just being outside for a matter …
Can Honey Help a Cold?
It’s cold season once again and many parents are looking for ways to help a child get through the misery of a cold. The American Academy of Pediatrics does …
Flu Season is Almost Here!
Getting the flu can be more than just uncomfortable and inconvenient, it can also be dangerous. Many people, especially the elderly, are hospitalized for serious flu complications each year. …
Well Visits – Just as Important for Teens as They are for Toddlers
Most parents realize the importance of taking their child to the doctor for wellness visits when they are young; but well visits are just as important for teens and …
Thinking of Buying a Waist Trainer? Here’s a Second Opinion.
These days, fads can spread quickly thanks to social media. Recently, waist trainers have become popular with some young women. The idea is to look thinner and leaner by …
Nutrition Tip: Buy Produce in Season
Have you ever taken a bite out of a strawberry in the middle of winter? Were you disappointed hoping for that burst of juicy flavor you get from strawberries …
Medical Minute: Breastfeeding Benefits for Mom and Baby
Dr. Kristen Newsom, a family practice physician at our Holden location, sat down for a “Medical Minute” video to discuss the numerous benefits that breastfeeding has for both moms and babies. Check …
How to Build a Healthy Lunch
It is that time of the year again, back to school! As your children go back to school, are you asking yourself what you should pack for their lunch? …