Join 3 of our experts for a special HeartBrothers Foundation webinar on heart transplantation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Monday, September 28 at 6:30pm.
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Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains why hospitals are typically one of the best places to be to avoid coronavirus outbreaks.
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Contact tracing underway after Boston hospital detects COVID-19 cluster
Patients wait at the pharmacy window beneath the Good Samaritan wood carving, the symbol of the Boston Dispensary, circa 1914. #TBT
From a grim COVID-19 milestone and increasing infections in Europe to low positive percentages in Massachusetts and rising numbers of cases in young people, Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, touched on it all during her weekly WCVB Channel 5 Boston interview.
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Tufts doctor on COVID-19 milestone, Massachusetts trends
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, discussed the dangers of parties and other large gatherings during the pandemic on yesterday's Radio Boston show on WBUR 90.9 FM.
Listen to the show: https://wbur.fm/3hXnSjF
Infectious Disease Physician Brian Chow, MD, discusses the signs of a weakened immune system and provides recommendations on how to keep it healthy and strong.
Read the article: https://bit.ly/2G4kuWW
Congratulations to Director of the Comprehensive Stroke Center Lester Leung, MD, on leading this important initiative, supported by many of the best hospitals in New England, to affirm the continuation of high quality care for stroke patients during the pandemic.
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Continuing care for stroke patients during COVID-19 | Tufts Medical Center
While COVID-19 death rates have decreased, that doesn't mean the virus is any less dangerous. Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains.
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Covid-19 Death Rate Has Fallen, But Experts Caution Virus Is Not Milder
#WeAreHiring! Join us online tomorrow, October 15, from 12:00 to 4:00 pm EDT for our OR RN virtual hiring event: https://bit.ly/2HOrus3 #CareersAtTuftsMC
In her weekly chat with WCVB Channel 5 Boston, Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, weighed in on the high false-positive rate of rapid antigen tests, single COVID-19 cases triggering widespread quarantines and the New England Patriots' plans after two players tested positive for COVID-19.
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Tufts doc reveals question she wants answered by coronavirus task force
Is "no actively replicating virus" the same as testing negative for COVID-19? Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, explains the difference.
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Trump's Doctor Says There's No 'Actively Replicating Virus' — So Is He COVID-19-Free?
Congratulations to Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician and Director of Perinatal Research Michael House, MD, on his recent grand prize award from the Massachusetts Medical Device Development Center & Biotech Incubator (M2D2) to develop and test a medical device to prevent cervical insufficiency and preterm birth.
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Dr. Michael House Receives Grand Prize for Novel Device to Prevent Preterm Birth | Tufts Medical Center
Drive out breast cancer all year long with the Massachusetts "Cure Breast Cancer" license plate.
Since 2006, sales of the special license plate have raised more than $1.3 million for breast cancer research and education at Tufts Medical Center. Get yours today: https://bit.ly/3eaiIRg
A physician and three Tufts University School of Medicine students examine a patient at one of the Boston Dispensary's clinics in 1929. #TBT
Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, and several of her colleagues from around Boston, discuss efforts to prepare for a second surge of coronavirus cases in Massachusetts.
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We asked hospitals if they’re prepared for another COVID-19 surge. Here’s what they said.
Social distancing is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But keeping 6 feet apart may be very challenging in U.S. jails and prisons. Infectious Disease Physician Alysse Wurcel, MD, explained the dangers of the pandemic for inmates and staff.
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How COVID-19 is Affecting Inmates and Prison Workers
Chief of the Division of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, discussed the concerning trend of rising coronavirus cases in younger people in her weekly appearance on WCVB Channel 5 Boston.
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Doctor on increasing COVID-19 cases in younger people
To all the first responders that selflessly keep us safe – thank you. On behalf of Tufts Medical Center, we are grateful and deeply appreciate you. #NationalFirstRespondersDay https://bit.ly/3naQjyH
Whether you’re working at a desk, staring at a screen or your job involves lifting or repetitive movement, the hours can take a toll on your neck and shoulders. When you’re feeling tired and sore a movement break might be just what you need. For this week's wellness tip, you'll see a five minute chair yoga session with Colleen Curtain, MD, Psychiatry can help relieve tension, ease tender muscles, and make you feel a bit more relaxed so you can focus on whatever lies ahead.
Vaccines for COVID-19 will be arriving soon, but safeguards to prevent transmission of the coronavirus will likely last well into 2021. Chief of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, offers a target date for relaxing some of these recommendations.
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Coronavirus vaccines a ‘light at the end of the tunnel,’ but restrictions will likely last months longer
Travel was down this Thanksgiving, but that doesn't allay concerns of increasing coronavirus numbers in the weeks ahead. Infectious Disease Physician and Hospital Epidemiologist Shira Doron, MD, explains.
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Travel down more than 70 percent at airports across New England during Thanksgiving week - The Boston Globe
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving and unity! Don’t miss your chance to have your gift to Tufts MC and Tufts Children's DOUBLED thanks to the Driscoll Family match.
Can’t wait until tomorrow? Make your gift today: giving.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/givingtuesday
#GiveTuftsMC #DoubleYourImpact
Our COVID-19 Testing Center has moved to 276 Tremont St. (between the parking garage and the Red Cross) to accommodate increased demand and provide a more comfortable experience for people as they wait for testing. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
Learn more: www.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/COVIDTesting
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COVID-19 Testing | Tufts Medical Center
The first COVID-19 vaccines may be available as early as next month. Chief of Geographic Medicine and Infectious Diseases Helen Boucher, MD, has all the info on availability, distribution, administration, effectiveness and safety of the new vaccines.
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COVID Vaccine FAQ
Muchos tienen preguntas sobre cómo recibir la vacuna COVID-19. Si está interesado en aprender sobre la vacuna, el Dr. José A. Caro de Tufts Medical Center comparte su experiencia al recibir la vacuna en español: https://bit.ly/3qG8mxI
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Jose A.Caro ,MD | Vaccine message (Spanish)
COVID-19 precautions have also had a big impact on pediatric cold and flu cases, which have been few and far between this winter. But Chief of General Pediatrics Shirley Huang, MD, recommends staying vigilant and visiting the pediatrician if your child experiences symptoms.
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Colds, flu decline among children. ‘Even 3-year-olds are good at wearing masks.’ - The Boston Globe
In 1927, Tufts MC Pathologist and Bacteriologist William Hinton, MD, the son of former slaves, perfected the diagnostic test for syphilis, which is still used today. #TBT #BlackHistoryMonth
Our team at Tufts Medical Center is contacting eligible patients to schedule COVID-19 vaccinations. For more information about who is currently eligible or to schedule an appointment at a different location, please visit the state website: https://bit.ly/3qXJukW
Congratulations to Neurosurgeon-in-Chief Carl Heilman, MD and Chief of Neurovascular Surgery Adel Malek, MD, PhD, on using their new, investigational device for minimally-invasive brain surgery for the first time.
Learn more about the eShunt Sysytem: https://prn.to/2Z5vppS
Our employees love working at Tufts Medical Center and so can you! Receive access to resources and outstanding employee benefits including: health and well-being benefits, financial benefits, time off, and extras. Want more details? Read more: http://bit.ly/3a4KpJN #ThisIsTuftsMC
