In the News
9 Things That Can Cause a Black Toenail and Treatments That Help
April 7, 2025
Farah Moustafa, MD, Dermatologist and Director of Laser and Cosmetics at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about the most common causes of black toenails, and available treatments.
In the News
The Truth About GLP-1 Drugs and Muscle and Bone Loss
April 4, 2025
Richard Siegel, MD, Endocrinologist and Co-Director of the Diabetes and Lipid Center at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about whether there is a connection between GLP-1s and muscle and bone loss.
In the News
‘A Pretty Low Time’: Boston Red Sox Star Reveals He Attempted Suicide During 2022 Season
April 7, 2025
Cristina Montalvo, MD, Psychiatrist and Chief of Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry and Emergency Services at Tufts Medical Center, in a story about Boston Red Sox Outfielder Jarren Duran’s revelation that he attempted suicide in 2022.
Patient Stories
Melissa’s Story: Taking On the Boston Marathon 10 Years After Kidney Donation
April 10, 2025
A decade after donating her kidney to her brother in a life-saving surgery, Melissa Burgess will run the 129th Boston Marathon in support of Tufts Medical Center.
In the News
Is It Hives or a Rash? Here’s How to Tell the Difference
March 17, 2025
Rebecca Dufner, MD, Dermatologist and Director of Digital Health and Clinical Innovation at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about how to tell the difference between hives and a rash.
In the News
11 Ways to Get Rid of Chest Acne for Good, According to Dermatologists
March 26, 2025
Victoria Billero, MD, Dermatologist at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about ways to get rid of chest acne.
Articles
Your Liver Health: Understanding Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)
April 11, 2025
Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), previously known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), is a group of liver conditions that affect up to 25% of U.S. adults. Tufts Medical Center transplant hepatologist Mohammad Almeqdadi, MD, shares what you need to know about this serious liver disease.
Articles
Play It Safe + Protect Your Vision
April 18, 2025
April is Sports Eye Safety Month, and Tufts Medicine ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon Victoria North, MD, has tips for protecting your eyes while you perfect your game.
In the News
In Safe Hands: Expert TBI Transport Protocols
April 2, 2025
Michael Murphy, MD, Emergency Medicine Physician and Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Prehospital Care at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about traumatic brain injury transport protocols.