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An Important Message for our Patients

As COVID-19 is on the rise, we want to remind our patients to continue to be vigilant by staying up-to-date on vaccinations and following isolation/quarantine guidelines if exposed to …

It’s not too late to get your flu shot!

Book an appointment through MyChart. This year, getting a flu vaccine is more important than ever. Flu vaccines are the best way to protect yourself, your loved ones and …

Medical Mythbuster: You Can’t Receive a Flu Shot and a COVID-19 Vaccine at the Same Time

This is not true. According to the CDC, it’s perfectly fine to get COVID-19 and flu vaccinations at the same time – in fact, they encourage people to do …

Now is the time to move the needle on flu vaccinations

Only half of Americans get their annual flu shots despite encouragement from health care providers. Read this article from Advisory Board to see how three physicians from Optum, Sanofi …

Fully Vaccinated From COVID-19? Here’s What You Can Do.

The CDC has updated its health guidelines for those who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. You are considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after your 2nd dose of the Pfizer …

What is a COVID-19 Antibody Test?

Recently, there has been a lot of information and questions circulating about COVID-19 antibody tests. The information can be overwhelming and may leave you asking, “what exactly IS an …

STDs Are Increasing in the US: How You Can Stay Safe.

By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Division of Infectious Diseases Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are on the rise in the U.S and according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), they …

I’m an Adult, Do I Still Need to Get Vaccinated?

By Dr. Michael Sheehy, Chief of Population Health and Analytics Reliant Medical Group Many adults believe that other than for the flu, vaccines are for kids. However, it’s very important …

What to Do If You Get Sick on Vacation

By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Reliant Medical Group Division of Infectious Diseases Getting sick after leaving home is a real spoil-sport, especially during a well-earned vacation. Fortunately, falling ill doesn’t …

Mumps Reported in Massachusetts

Despite decades of mandatory vaccinations, there have recently been cases of the mumps reported in Massachusetts, as well as other states. The mumps virus is transmitted by direct contact …

Measles in the News – Is there Cause for Concern?

You may have heard that there have been some confirmed cases of measles recently in Massachusetts, in the MetroWest area. Understandably, this can be a cause for concern. Although …

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