Philip and John Boncore were born premature on October 6, 2019 at only 25 weeks gestation. Today, they and their parents - State Senator Joe Boncore and Christine Boncore - celebrated the twins' 1st birthday a week early with members of their NICU care team, including their primary nurses, Kristen, Molly, Lindsay, and Katelyn (not pictured). Happy birthday Philip and John! #NICUAwarenessMonth
Massachusetts has seen a slight uptick in COVID-19 cases in the past week and a recent increase in hospitalizations. Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, discussed these trends and other coronavirus news with Boston 25 News this morning.
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New state numbers show a surge in COVID-19 hospitilizations
We look forward to offering faster, more streamlined COVID-19 testing at Tufts MC!
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Trick-or-treating in the middle of a pandemic might not be the best idea, so Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, offers some safer options for kids to enjoy Halloween this year.
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Trick-or-treating a high risk COVID activity, doctors offer safer Halloween alternatives
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains how to best approach the "new normal" as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
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How To Navigate The 'New Normal' Of The Pandemic, According To Experts
The Make The Difference Fund was launched as a way to support our mission to give every patient the exceptional care they deserve and the best possible chance for survival and recovery from COVID-19. Over the last 6 months donors to the Make The Difference Fund have made 3,517 gifts from 37 states and 8 countries raising $1.9 million with a goal to reach $2 million by September 30. You can help us get there by donating today – there’s still time to Make The Difference: https://giving.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/donation-forms/donation-forms-makethedifference
With the weather getting colder and the holiday season approaching, will it be safe to get together with family this year during the pandemic? Infectious Disease Physician and Associate Hospital Epidemiologist Gabriela Andujar Vazquez, MD, weighs in.
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How to Safely Visit Family This Holiday Season
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, discussed concerns about a second surge of COVID-19 cases in Massachusetts with WBZ | CBS Boston.
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'We're Bracing For It': Boston Doctor Nervous About Second Coronavirus Wave
Congratulations to Psychiatrist-in-Chief Paul Summergrad, MD, on being named the Secretary for Finances of the World Psychiatric Association!
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APA Congratulates Its Members Elected as Officers to the Executive Committee and Board of the World Psychiatric Association
Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, explains how a variety of drugs are helping to decrease the mortality rate of COVID-19.
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How Coronavirus Drugs Are Helping Patients Survive
In honor of Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, employees from across our organization came together to celebrate the rich and diverse culture at Tufts Medical Center and Tufts Children's Hospital and deliver a message of value, respect and inclusion.
Will an increase in pre-flight COVID-19 testing make air travel safer? Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, weighs in.
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Preflight Covid-19 testing is on the rise — the question is whether it works
Clinical Social Worker Alexis Davis, LICSW, shares her thoughts on the best ways to co-parent during the coronavirus pandemic.
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How to co-parent in a pandemic - The Boston Globe
New Massachusetts restrictions - designed to stem the recent surge of coronavirus cases in the Bay State - go into effect today. Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, answered WBUR 90.9 FM listener questions on whether the mask mandate and curfews will help reduce virus transmission.
Listen to the Q&A: https://wbur.fm/2U1Aflq
We are so excited to be partnering with Country 102.5 for their upcoming Country Christmas Concert on Wednesday, December 16! All proceeds from this show will benefit our patients at Tufts Children's Hospital!
To learn more about the show and to purchase your virtual pass please visit: https://country1025.com/country-christmas-concert/
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Country 102.5's Country Christmas Concert
Paul Revere was a contributor to the Boston Dispensary in 1812. #TBT
Make a difference to our patients and their families as a medical assistant at Tufts MC: https://bit.ly/3ehanva #WeAreHiring #CareersAtTuftsMC
As America waits for all the ballots to be counted and a Presidential winner to be announced, the anxiety from election night continues on. Psychiatrist Manuel Pacheco, MD, offers some recommendations on how to reduce your election-related stress -- both now and if/when your preferred candidate doesn't win.
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How to Cope With Election Stress
Today we were proud to open our new COVID-19 vaccine clinic for Boston first responders! Boston Police Commissioner William Gross and Boston Fire Commissioner John “Jack” Dempsey were among the first to receive their COVID-19 vaccines this afternoon.
With the start of the new year, why not make a commitment to stay active while supporting Tufts Medical Center and Tufts Children's Hospital? We are thrilled to launch our Team Tufts MC Virtual Training Program! Sign up for a virtual race of your choice, while fundraising in support of Tufts MC. In addition, runners will receive training and coaching support from professional running coach, Rick Muhr. Learn more and register today: http://giving.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/events/team-tufts-mc-virtual-training-program
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Team Tufts MC Virtual Training Program - Tufts Medical Center
President-Elect Joe Biden is planning to release the current vaccine stockpile, in an effort to get as many people vaccinated, as quickly as possible. Chief of Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, explains why she is in favor of this new strategy.
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'People Are Protected By Two Doses': Mass. Doctors Argue For Quicker COVID Vaccination Process
Medical ICU nurse Bianca (Dintino) LaRosa, RN, received our first DAISY Award of 2021! The DAISY Award is awarded through an international program for patients and families to recognize and express gratitude for extraordinary and compassionate care. Bianca was nominated by her patient, Frank Basler. In his nomination Mr. Basler wrote:
“The empathy and compassion Bianca showed me and my family...made all the difference. She read to me while I was unconscious from a poster my family made with the Tufts MC team and gave us all hope.”
Congratulations, Bianca!
Neurosurgeon-in-Chief Carl Heilman, MD, and Chief of Neurovascular Surgery Adel Malek, MD, PhD, will soon begin testing a new technique for minimally invasive brain surgery. Learn more about this and other medical innovations to come in 2021: https://bit.ly/2LdwubL
Starting Monday, January 11, 2021, our COVID-19 Testing Center at 276 Tremont St. will have new weekday hours from 8am-noon; Saturday hours will remain 8am-6pm.
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COVID-19 Testing | Tufts Medical Center
