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A Legacy of Compassion: Christine Kennefick’s Gift to Our Cancer Center Patients

For Christine Kennefick of Quincy, Massachusetts, cancer was not a short chapter; it was a 14-year journey marked by resilience, deep relationships...

A Legacy of Compassion: Christine Kennefick’s Gift to Our Cancer Center Patients

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Elizabeth Frattasio's Story: A New Beginning

Two weeks after giving birth to her second son, Elizabeth Frattasio started feeling flu-like symptoms. She asked her husband Seth to drive her to...

Elizabeth Frattasio's Story: A New Beginning

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Spaghetti-Squash Spaghetti (recipe)

Celebrate American Heart Month with this tasty Italian “pasta” recipe, without the pasta.

Spaghetti-Squash Spaghetti (recipe)

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Five Questions Moms Pregnant with Multiples Should Ask

If you are expecting multiples, here are five questions you should discuss with your doctor:

Five Questions Moms Pregnant with Multiples Should Ask

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Five Heart Attack Signs Every Woman Should Know

Many women experience different symptoms than expected when suffering from a heart attack.

Five Heart Attack Signs Every Woman Should Know

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How to Recognize and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder

While irritability, tiredness and low energy are common symptoms, there are other tell-tale signs.

How to Recognize and Treat Seasonal Affective Disorder

Women and Heart Disease Risk Infographic

Women and Heart Disease (Infographic)

Heart disease is the single leading cause of death for women in the US, claiming the lives of more women than all forms of cancer combined. Are you at risk?

Women and Heart Disease (Infographic)

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Understanding the Symptoms and Remedies for Norovirus

Dr. Todd Ellerin, director of Infectious Diseases, explains the symptoms of norovirus and how to fight it off quickly.

Understanding the Symptoms and Remedies for Norovirus

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Should You be Screened for Lung Cancer? (Infographic)

Lung cancer is the most deadly cancer in the US, but survival increase when it's diagnosed early. Find out if you are a candidate for a lung cancer screening.

Should You be Screened for Lung Cancer? (Infographic)

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Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Total Joint Replacement Surgeon

Finding the right hip or knee replacement surgeon is important to long-term success. Learn 5 things you should look for before choosing a surgeon.

Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Total Joint Replacement Surgeon