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Dense Breasts + Breast Cancer Screening: What to Know
October 13, 2025
If you’re one of the more than half of women over 40 who’ve been told they have dense breast tissue, you’re not alone, and it’s natural to wonder what that means for your breast cancer risk and your screening. Radiologist Rachel Hitt, MD, MPH, Chief of Breast Imaging at Tufts Medical Center, explains what dense breast tissue is, how it can affect mammograms and the steps you can take to stay proactive about your breast health.
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Can You Reverse MASH?
October 7, 2025
Quotes by Raffi Karagozian, MD, Hepatologist at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about whether metabolic-associated steatohepatitis is reversible.
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Asking About Social Determinants of Health ‘May Provide Long-Term Benefits’ in Aki Care
October 9, 2025
Q&A with Seda Babroudi, MD, Nephrologist at Tufts Medical Center, about her new study, which found that uninsured and underserved patients were less likely to receive follow-up care for acute kidney injury.
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3 Things I Noticed After Drinking a Cortisol Cocktail Every Day for a Week
October 8, 2025
Feyza Erenler, MD, Endocrinologist at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about the “cortisol cocktail” viral trend, and whether there is any real health benefit.
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Would a Social Media Ban Be Good for Kids?
October 8, 2025
Q&A with Michelle DiBlasi, DO, Psychiatrist at Tufts Medical Center, about whether a social media ban might be beneficial for children.
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Playing Politics With Vaccines and Public Health
September 8, 2025
Helen Boucher, MD, Dean of Tufts University School of Medicine and Chief Academic Officer for Tufts Medicine, in an article about playing politics with vaccines and public health.
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Know Before You Go: What to Expect During a Mammogram
October 8, 2025
Getting a mammogram—whether it’s your first time or not—can come with a mix of emotions. You might feel a little nervous, have questions or just not know what to expect. That’s completely normal. At Tufts Medicine, we’re here to make sure you feel informed, supported and at ease every step of the way.