How to Tell Dementia from Memory Loss...
A Mass General geriatrician describes how doctors determine whether a patient is suffering from dementia or the normal memory loss that often comes with aging.
Donor Volunteers to Help Patients in Stressful Times...
An MGH Fund donor and hospital volunteer spends many of his hours just being there for patients and offering encouragement.
Donor Helps Bring Mind-Body Medicine to Homeless...
The Watts Scholarship supports the Benson-Henry Institute’s efforts to bring mind-body medicine and resiliency skills to underserved communities.
Physical Therapy Helps Reduce Pelvic Floor Issues...
A physical therapist says specific pelvic floor exercises can eliminate or help control problems like urinary leakage and pain.
Caregivers’ Kindness Inspires Boston Marathon® Runner...
A mother is running the Boston Marathon® because of the care given to her family during her pregnancy with triplets and daughter’s medical issues.
How You Can Manage and Reduce Acid Reflux...
A Mass General specialist says acid reflux can be reduced by taking medication, losing weight, quitting smoking, avoiding certain foods and elevating the head of your bed.
Boston Marathon® Runner Inspired by Mom...
By running the Boston Marathon® for Mass General, Andrew Cappetta aims to help kids with cancer and honor his mom, who bravely faced pancreatic cancer.
Simple Steps Can Help Women With Bladder Control...
An expert in treating women with bladder control problems and pelvic floor disorders says exercise and dietary techniques can help.
Hot Flashes Can Be Managed Safely with Hormones...
A Mass General gynecologist says many women could benefit from using hormone therapy to manage hot flashes and menopause symptoms.
Program Aims to Reduce Hip Fractures...
The Fracture Liaison Service helps patients prevent a second hip fracture or bone fracture by encouraging medication use, exercise and safety.