Tag Archives: Kenmore

Memorial Day Holiday Notice

On Memorial Day, which is Monday, May 27, 2013, 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 … Continue reading

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Overcoming the Stigma of Mental Health Treatment

In our society, the stigma of mental illness is very real.  While lowering cholesterol is something people discuss openly, seeking mental health treatment is something many view as a secret. As a psychiatrist, it is disappointing to see that negative … Continue reading

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What to Say and Not to Say: Supporting a Friend or Family Member with Infertility

Family members and friends can unintentionally hurt the feelings of couples dealing with infertility. Although it may seem natural to ask couples when they plan to have children, even this question can be hurtful for some.  If you ask and … Continue reading

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Peter C. Young, MD is Harvard Vanguard’s Runner for the 2013 Boston Marathon!

For the second year in a row, the John Hancock Non-Profit Boston Marathon Program has awarded 4 of its coveted entry number “bibs” to the Atrius Health Foundation.  Atrius Health is an alliance of seven leading community-based groups – Harvard … Continue reading

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Donate to a Food Pantry for National Nutrition Month

In a previous blog post, my colleague, Anne Danahy, shared that March is National Nutrition Month, a time to focus on the importance of making mindful food choices and developing healthy eating and lifestyle habits.  It is also a time … Continue reading

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Presidents’ Day Holiday Notice

On Monday, February 18th, Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates will be closed for the Presidents’ Day holiday except for those practices listed below, which are open for pre-scheduled urgent care appointments. If you feel you need medical advice or think that … Continue reading

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Important Diagnostic Changes on the Horizon: Autism and Asperger Syndrome

If your child has been diagnosed with Autistic Disorder (Autism), Pervasive Developmental Disorder “Not Otherwise Specified”(PDD-NOS) or Asperger Syndrome, some important changes are on the way that may affect the services your child receives. This May, the American Psychiatric Association … Continue reading

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Volunteer Opportunities at Harvard Vanguard, Kenmore

Our practice is seeking volunteers* to help provide a friendlier and more personal experience for our patients when they come to Kenmore.  If you have received excellent care at Harvard Vanguard —or have family members who have—and you wish to … Continue reading

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday Hours

On Monday, January 21st, Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates will be closed for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday except for those practices listed below, which are open for pre-scheduled urgent care appointments. If you feel you need medical advice … Continue reading

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Should I be worried about Breast Pain?

Breast pain, or mastalgia, is very common. In fact, some research indicates that nearly 70% of women will experience breast pain at some point in their lives.  Breast pain can occur at all ages and stages of life, from the teenage … Continue reading

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