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To save individuals suffering from a completely blocked heart artery, called a STEMI (ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction) in the medical world, every minute matters.

Dwelling House of Hope helps thousands of families with food, education and other resources.

Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital’s TeamWalk for CancerCare is proud to announce that Shields Health has officially signed on as the event’s presenting sponsor for 2023.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, but you can reduce your risk.

Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer death in the United States and worldwide – more than colon, breast and prostate cancer combined. Experts agree that lung cancer prevention for high-risk patients starts with lung cancer screening. In fact, studies show 20 percent fewer deaths among heavy smokers who were screened.

Tufts Medical Center’s Director of Laser and Cosmetics, Farah Moustafa, MD, FAAD, explains what and who to watch out for when choosing where to have a cosmetic procedure.

A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing moment and the start of a difficult journey. On Sunday, May 21, thousands of survivors and supporters came together on the streets of Lowell to make that journey a little easier.

Reserve your spot for urgent care.

When we think of Halloween, we picture children laughing in colorful costumes, jack-o'-lanterns glowing in house windows and buckets brimming with candy and treats. Experts warn, however, that this fun-filled night can pose safety hazards.

Are you a grateful patient who wants to acknowledge an extraordinary physician?

Years ago, doctors may not have mentioned colorectal cancer prevention until a patient’s 50th birthday. But now, both the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) and American Cancer Society (ACS) advise people with an average risk for colorectal cancer to begin regular screening at age 45. If you’re wondering why, here’s what you need to know.

It's never too late for an expectant mom to adopt healthy habits for her baby and herself.

Each year, Boston Magazine publishes its list of “Top Doctors” in the Boston area. We are pleased to share that Tufts Medicine physicians, across dozens of specialities, are again well represented on this year’s list.

Lowell General Hospital Weight Management and Bariatric Surgery program helps siblings lose a combined 600 lbs.

The work being done in our Cancer Center continues to have an impact around the world.

Mini pony makes therapy visit to former owner at High Pointe House.

In this Boston Globe letter to the editor, Tufts Medicine Care at Home Chief Medical Officer Bernice Burkarth, MD, HMDC, FAAHPM shares her perspective on end-of-life care in light of former President Jimmy Carter’s recent decision to enter hospice care.

Jingli Ma, MD, a pulmonologist at the Pulmonary Clinic at MelroseWakefield Hospital, discusses causes, symptoms and treatments of asthma.

Level III trauma center will save valuable time in getting local trauma patients the high-level critical care they need.

The Tufts Medicine Integrated Network (TMIN) was named to Harvard Pilgrim Health Care’s 2024 Physician Group Honor Roll. The annual Honor Roll recognizes physician groups that have achieved exceptional results in disease prevention and the treatment of acute and chronic illnesses.