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August 10, 2022

Five Signs You May Have Diabetes

More than 130 million adults are living with diabetes or prediabetes in the U.S. – and 1 in 4 don’t know it. Recognizing the signs of diabetes so that you can seek prompt treatment and help with managing the condition is extremely important. If l... continue »
August 3, 2022

Have Diabetes? Don’t Ignore This Symptom

If you have diabetes, you likely know all to well the symptoms that can result if the disease is not managed properly, and they all can lead to serious complications if left untreated. But there’s one symptom that is all too often ignored that can ... continue »
April 14, 2022

Harrington Physician Leaders on Continued COVID Challenges and The Inspiring Response from Tired Healthcare Providers

With the pandemic now wearing on for more than two years, the toll on healthcare workers is nearing a breaking point. And yet they soldier on, holding tight to the mission that called them to this line of work in the first place, and hoping like the ... continue »
December 29, 2021

Five Steps to Actually Keep Your New Year’s Resolution in 2022

New Year’s resolutions are a wonderful thing. Whether your goal is to lose weight, eat healthier, get more exercise, quit smoking, or achieve a personal goal, resolutions are a great way to renew focus, refresh motivation, and set the course for po... continue »
December 7, 2021

How to Stress Less During the Holidays (And All Year Long)

The holiday season is full of fun, joyful moments. But it can also be packed with stress as well. Busy schedules, financial concerns, difficult family dynamics and competing priorities can all add up to leave you feeling overwhelmed, tired and even w... continue »
November 8, 2021

COVID-19 Booster Shots: What You Need to Know

In recent months the FDA has given authorization for COVID-19 booster shots for certain populations. Over time, the particular booster shots available as well as the people recommended to receive them have expanded. As the situation continues to deve... continue »
August 31, 2021

Addiction and Overdose Are on the Rise: Here’s What Everyone Should Know

Substance use and overdoses are increasing nationwide as well as here in Massachusetts. Both are significant threats to personal and public health that were already increasing prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. Both have risen even more rapidly since th... continue »
January 28, 2021

Rising Addiction During COVID-19: The Signs to Look For

Data strongly suggests that the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic – which have included great emotional and financial stress for many – has led to an increase in substance use and, along with that, an increase in relapsing as well as new addiction... continue »
December 23, 2020

Dealing with Depression During COVID’s “Dark Winter”

Living with the stresses and isolation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the toll on mental health continues to mount. The arrival of a vaccine brings a glimmer of hope that the worst will be behind us soon – but not before the long, dark winter mon... continue »
August 20, 2020

Flu VS. COVID-19: What You Need to Know

With the current coronavirus pandemic and the annual flu season approaching, it’s important to be aware of what symptoms to look for that indicate you may have either flu or COVID-19, how the symptoms of the two viruses overlap and differ, and most... continue »

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