Monthly Archives: January 2012

What you should know about your Thyroid

Do you know what your thyroid is?  Do you know where in your body it is located, or what it does?  If you answered “no” to any or all of these questions, you are far from alone.  Many people know … Continue reading

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Breakfast does the body good

The SMArt Kids are working hard on their goals. It’s been challenging to stay focused given the winter weather and the recent holidays. Yet, the SMArt Kids have not wavered, and our team here continues to be impressed by their … Continue reading

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When your child is struggling in school

It is the first day of Kindergarten.  Your 5-year-old child walks into his or her class with a scrubbed face and new clothes.  You wipe away a tear, remembering the day he or she was born, and smile, thinking, “We … Continue reading

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Pamper Yourself (Your Kids Will Thank You for It)

Whether you are raising kids or enjoying your “empty nest” or retirement, taking care of yourself affects not only you, but also those around you and all those who care about you.  It is not selfish to take a little … Continue reading

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday Notice

On Monday, January 16, 2012, Harvard Vanguard practices will be CLOSED except for these locations, which are open for pre-scheduled urgent care visits, pharmacy, laboratory, and radiology: Braintree Chelmsford Kenmore Peabody Somerville Wellesley To check these sites’ hours of operation, please click here. … Continue reading

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Sleepless Nights: How to Help with Insomnia

Difficulty sleeping, also called insomnia, is a common and frustrating problem. If you are not sleeping well at night, it can be difficult to feel well during the daytime. Insomnia makes everything worse; it can lead to fatigue, depression, anxiety, … Continue reading

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By the Letters: MDs, NPs, and PAs

Has this ever happened to you:  you call the doctor’s office to make an appointment with your physician, but he or she is not available; instead, you’re offered an appointment with a nurse practitioner or a physician assistant.  “What’s the … Continue reading

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It’s Time to Get Real(istic) about your New Year’s Resolutions

If you are one of the millions of Americans who have made a New Year’s resolution to somehow improve your health, good for you!  The top three health-related resolutions are to quit smoking, to lose weight, and to exercise more, … Continue reading

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