
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 …
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 …
Need a COVID-19 test? Reliant patients can now use MyChart* to self-schedule a COVID-19 test at our Auburn or Marlboro drive-thru testing locations. Click on “Schedule an appointment” and …
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 …
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 …
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 …
What’s your top excuse for not getting a flu shot? These myth busters will prove that getting vaccinated is your best shot for not getting the flu. Get your …
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 …
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 …
We are taking every action possible to protect our patients, our clinical staff and the community from COVID-19. Learn more about how you can protect yourself and how we’re …
By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Division of Infectious Diseases Transmitting a cold or the flu to babies as well as the elderly can be deadly in some cases. What’s more, …
By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Division of Infectious Diseases Measles is a disease that has been making headlines across the nation in recent months. Outbreaks have occurred in 23 states, …
By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Division of Infectious Diseases Reliant Medical Group The flu can do more than make you sick and miserable. It can cause severe illness and lead …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Summer is a popular time for vacations – let the fun begin! As you plan your holidays, here are a few tips to ensure you enjoy your trips to …
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 …
By Dr. Alwyn Rapose Division of Infectious Diseases Reliant Medical Group It may not have been a remarkably bad winter weather-wise here in New England, but there have been …
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 …
By Alwyn Rapose MD, FACP. Division of Infectious Diseases Reliant Medical Group A previously little known virus is causing a great deal of concern in many areas of the …
Influenza Symptoms Influenza (also known as the flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by flu viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead …
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 …