Monthly Archives: October 2011

Chelmsford Power Restored

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Harvard Vanguard

The power at our Chelmsford practice has been restored.  The office will be open on Tuesday, November 1, for all patient care services during the usual hours of operation.  Thank you for your patience and understanding!

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Chelmsford Power Outage

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Harvard Vanguard

Due to a power outage caused by the storm, our Chelmsford practice is closed for all patient care services today through at least noon on Tuesday, November 1. Pharmacy and lab are open until 12 noon Monday only and will … Continue reading →

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A Spookily Safe Halloween

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Harvard Vanguard

          Halloween is almost upon us.  Houses are being decorated with cobwebs and skeletons, the candy stockpile is shifting from stores to households, pumpkins will soon be transformed into leering jack-o-lanterns, and the excitement amongst would-be … Continue reading →

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Lighten Up – It’s the Holidays!

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Anne Danahy, MS, RD, LDN

Almost anyone who battles with their weight or tries to eat healthfully can agree that the fast-approaching holiday feasting season presents many challenges.  Whether you count calories or carbs, it’s easy to slip up during the holidays, which for many … Continue reading →

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Welcoming New Patients

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Harvard Vanguard

Are you looking for a new doctor?  Is a friend or family member?  Look no further.  At Harvard Vanguard, many of our great primary care doctors for adults and children are welcoming new patients.  To help you get to know … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer Support and Resources

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Harvard Vanguard

October is widely known as breast cancer awareness month, a focal moment to increase women’s awareness that they should have a clinical breast exam and mammogram every 1-2 years depending on their age and family history.  It is also a … Continue reading →

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Making Peace with Anxiety

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Rebecca Casey, RN, MSN

Anxiety has a bad reputation.  Many of us fear it and take steps to avoid the dreaded sensations that generally accompany it: increased heart rate, sweating, upset stomach, dizziness, and nervousness, all of which lead to a general sense of … Continue reading →

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Lose More Weight By Volumizing Your Meals

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Anne Danahy, MS, RD, LDN

Has your weight loss diet ever gone like this:  Breakfast: 1 low fat muffin, coffee with equal and skim milk; Lunch: salad with lite dressing and 3 croutons; 2:00 Snack: 15 pretzels, half a banana; 3:00 Snack:  small bag of … Continue reading →

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SMArt Kids: Sharing ideas on managing weight

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Dr. Brittanny Boulanger

What a way to kick-start our SMArt Kids Shared Medical Appointment (SMA) after a summer hiatus!  At our recent September 20th SMA, we had many new SMArt Kids plus a great showing of recent graduates.  The returning participants reported on … Continue reading →

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Notice! Practice Hours for Columbus Day

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Harvard Vanguard

Columbus Day is this Monday, October 10th.  Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates will be closed for the Columbus Day holiday except for the practices listed here, which are open for pre-scheduled urgent care appointments.  You can also use the link and … Continue reading →

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