Monthly Archives: August 2012

Labor Day Holiday Notice

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Harvard Vanguard

On Monday, September 3rd, 2012, Harvard Vanguard practices will be closed EXCEPT FOR Braintree, Chelmsford, Kenmore, Peabody, Somerville, and Wellesley, which are open for pre-scheduled urgent care visits. To check these sites’ hours of operation on this Labor Day, please click here. … Continue reading →

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Diabulimia: a Dangerous Eating Disorder

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Helen P. Mastro, MS, RD,CDE and Anne Danahy, MS, RD, LDN

The promise of quick weight loss is appealing to many, especially young women who are concerned with their appearance.  Often, the quest for a thin body and an obsession with food can lead to eating disorders such as anorexia or … Continue reading →

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What you should know about the Shingles Vaccine

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Dr. Elisa Choi

Q. I have been seeing more and more information about the shingles vaccine in the news.  What is shingles? A.  Shingles (or herpes zoster) is a painful skin rash that usually appears in a band, a strip, or a small … Continue reading →

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Why your Back to School checklist should include an eye exam

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Dr. James Lombardo

According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), most of a child’s learning occurs through use of his or her eyes.  School activities – reading, writing, sports, play, and the use of technology like smart boards, desktop PCs and tablets, to … Continue reading →

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Responsible Ways to Lower Your Health Care Costs

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Dr. Kate Koplan

The recent healthcare reform legislation  passed in Massachusetts includes provisions for increasing the transparency of prices for procedures, office visits and diagnostic tests for consumers. Harvard Vanguard supports this transparency and is committed to improving the quality of care while … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Management at Harvard Vanguard

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Harvard Vanguard

According to the 2011 National Diabetes Fact Sheet published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 25.8 million children and adults in the United States (8.3% of the population) have type 1 or type 2 diabetes.  Of those … Continue reading →

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Congratulations to our 2012 Reader’s Choice Winners

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Harvard Vanguard

Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates is very proud to announce that several of our practices, doctors, optical shops and pharmacies – as well as several of the other Atrius Health medical groups – have been recognized on Wicked Local’s 2012 Reader’s … Continue reading →

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West Roxbury SMArt Kids Welcomes Land’s Sake Farm

Posted on August 1, 2012 by Dr. Shira Brown

Deep into the summer months, it is almost impossible for one to ignore the bounty of fresh and local produce.  Farmer’s markets, farm stands and pick-your-own stops can be found around just about every corner if you have your eyes … Continue reading →

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