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Your kidneys perform many vital functions, including removing waste, filtering blood and removing excess water and electrolytes. When these bean-shaped organs aren't working properly, it can impact your overall health and lead to serious complications. ...
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At Tufts Medicine, we want to help your child be the best, healthy version of themselves. We offer services for all ages, from babies to young adults and everyone in between. We're here to provide the care your family needs, whether it's for regular checkups or diagnosing illnesses. ...
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When a tumor, aneurysm, or other abnormality develops in the base of your skull, it can impact your ability to move and think. Among other treatments, we specialize in minimally invasive surgery techniques like endoscopes and robotics to remove tumors or other growths and get you back to living the quality life you deserve.  ...
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Be fast if you think it might be a stroke—call 911 or head to the nearest emergency department. Early treatment can prevent brain damage. Every minute an artery is blocked due to a stroke, 2 million brain cells die. Rapid treatment improves outcomes and saves lives. ...
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From persistent injuries, to advanced arthritis, to complex fractures and severe neuromuscular diseases, you can turn to Tufts Medicine for help when orthopedic problems cause you pain or prevent you from enjoying the activities you love. ...
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People living with end-stage kidney (renal) disease need extra help filtering out waste and toxic substances as well as regulating blood pressure and pH balance. A kidney transplant adds a healthy kidney to help get your body back on track. ...
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A colonoscopy is an exam where a doctor inserts a flexible scope into the large intestine to detect any warning signs — ulcers, colon polyps, tumors and areas of inflammation or bleeding — for colon cancer and other diseases. If you're over the age of 45 or have certain colon cancer risk factors, it's a smart idea to schedule regular colonoscopies. ...
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death for most racial and ethnic groups in the United States, but it doesn’t have to be. Between routine heart screenings and maintaining healthy habits over time, practicing preventive cardiology methods will help keep your heart healthy and strong. ...
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Our emergency medicine specialists are at the top of their game and are specially trained to use the latest technology to provide immediate, life-saving care. Whatever your emergency, from broken bones to chest pains to severe injuries, you and your family members are our priority. ...
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Obstetrics and gynecology (also known as OBGYN) is a medical specialty that looks after the female reproductive system, including the ovaries, uterus and fallopian tubes. From performing routine wellness visits to diagnosing and treating more complex conditions, we care for women and assigned females at birth (AFABs) at all stages of life. ...
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From rehabilitation to open heart surgery, you can count on us to treat your heart with compassion and the latest treatments available. Because nearly half of all people in the United States have some form of heart disease, we're here to help people take preventative steps to lower their risk, or even offer a second-chance at heart health with transplants. ...
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February 7, 2023
Researchers from the Division of Endocrinology at Tufts Medical Center found that vitamin D was effective in lowering the risk for developing diabetes in adults with prediabetes.
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August 9, 2021
Tufts Medical Center is participating in a new study supported by the National Institutes of Health to improve gestational diabetes screening and diagnosis by better understanding blood glucose levels throughout pregnancy.
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November 1, 2019
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, insufficient sleep has been linked to the development and management of a number of chronic diseases and conditions, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and depression.
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July 7, 2022
Lowell General Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke quality achievement award at both the Main and Saints campuses for our commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. The Main campus received Gold Plus status, while the Saints campus achieved Silver Plus status.
Patient Stories
November 2, 2020
At 5-foot-8 and 295 pounds, Scott Strainge knew his weight was a contributing factor to his health issues. He was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes eight years ago, which eventually progressed to a point where he needed seven different medications a day to keep his blood sugar and blood pressure under control.