Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

World Renowned Heart Surgeon Speaks Out On What Really Causes Heart Disease

We physicians with all our training, knowledge and authority often acquire a rather large ego that tends to make it difficult to admit we are wrong. So, here it is. I freely admit to being wrong. As a heart surgeon with 25 years experience, having performed over 5,000 open-heart surgeries, today is my day to …

Dr. Lindsey Hay Joins Boone County Family Medicine

BOONE, Iowa—The new member to the medical staff at Boone County Family Medicine has now begun her practice. The Boone County Hospital wants people to welcome J. Lindsey Hay, M.D., to the Boon…

10 of the Best (and 5 of the Worst) Hospitals

Going to a great hospital can make all the difference when you need care. This list makes it easy to see how your local hospital stacks up.

8 Things ER Doctors Refuse to Have in Their Homes

By Lisa LombardiEmergency room physicians see all kinds of grisly stuff, which made us wonder: What products do they consider so hazardous t...

Health Insurance 101

In this episode we’ll take a look at what health insurance is, the different types of insurance available and some tips for picking the kind that’s right for our needs. With 30 years of experience in the health insurance industry Dorane helps us answer many of the common and confusing questions abou

Why your family medical history matters

Sara McGregor never worried about getting breast cancer. Neither did her two older sisters. After all, their mother and maternal grandmother never had the disease. So when McGregor's eldest sister was diagnosed at age 32, the news came as a shattering shock to all three siblings

Sleep and Aging: Why Can't We Stay Asleep As We Get Older?

In a National Sleep Foundation survey of adults aged 55 and older, one-third of people aged 55-64 and one quarter of people aged 65-84 reported that their sleep

Should Your Medical Center Use Microfiber Mops?

Microfiber mops will improve the cleanliness of your facility while cutting down on cleaning costs.

Israel is global center for ancestor plants that need to be preserved

26.2 Reasons Why You Should Make A Donation To Tufts Medical Center

I am running the 119th Boston Marathon on behalf of Tufts Medical Center. Here are some reasons why you should help me raise money to benefit the hospital!

4 Practical Devices Caregivers Might Recommend for Seniors Aging-In-Place

As youngsters, we work hard to gain independence. However, that precious treasure can be threatened as we age due to decreased mobility and other physical limitations. Thankfully, there are many safety products to help seniors and their families with these issues. And with the help of these products, home modifications, and other adjustments, millions of ... Read more4 Practical Devices Caregivers Might Recommend for Seniors Aging-In-Place

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle at UVM Medical Center

Ann Young (L) shares with Monique Citro the story of how she began working in central sterile reprocessing at UVM Medical Center. They discuss how they both became recycling champions, helping to crea

Speak Less and Listen More When Talking to Teens — MacArthur Medical Center

Teens feel judged, and as a result, shut down or walk away. Teenagers (and adults) tune out advice, but they will remember stories.

When to Call a Doctor When You're Traveling Overseas

If you’re heading to a foreign land—whether on safari in Africa or to the Olympics—here’s when and why to see a travel-medicine expert.

Research Medical Center reunites patients with caregivers who saved their lives

Research Medical Center reunites patients with the caregivers who saved their lives.

Your Heat vs Cold Cheatsheet

Several times a week someone asks me whether they should put heat or ice on their painful area. I always tell them it depends. It depends on what’s causing the pain. There’s a tendency …