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Abegael's Story at Tufts Medical Center
July 7, 2022
Eight-week-old Abegael spent six long weeks in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Tufts Medical Center in Boston battling respiratory failure due to RSV.
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Emergency Department Receives Highest-Level Accreditation for Care of Older Adults
February 1, 2019
Tufts Medical Center announced today that its Emergency Department (ED) has received Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA) from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), recognizing the highest level of excellence in care for older adults.
Adult Acne: Treating
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Acne Over 30
December 3, 2025
Breakouts aren’t just for teenagers. Many people still deal with acne in their 30s and beyond, and the causes can be different from when we were younger. We explore how hormones, stress and daily skincare choices play a role and what steps we can take to support clearer skin.
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Andy Alvarez's Story
February 9, 2021
Andy Alvarez almost lost this life, but with the speed and precision of the Vascular team he is back on his feet.
Joint Replacement Class
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Aortic Aneurysms: The Silent Killers
June 26, 2025
Aortic aneurysms can be just as deadly as coronary artery disease, and they are tougher to detect. Learn about aortic aneurysms, including risks, symptoms, screening and the latest treatment options from vascular experts at Tufts Medical Center.
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Arthur Caputi's Story
February 9, 2021
Arthur Caputi was determined to find the best clinical team to care for this condition.
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Long Distance Danger: Blood Clots
June 29, 2021
Blood clots can be caused by sitting for long periods of time. We asked Dr. Iafrati to explain how to prevent blood clots while traveling.
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Talking to Your Child About Coronavirus
July 7, 2022
View our tips on how to speak with your children about coronavirus.
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Staying Calm + Strong
December 22, 2020
View resources that can be used to relax and reduce stress during the coronavirus.
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How Spinal Anesthesia Reduces Pain and Improves Recovery Time
May 5, 2025
Tufts Medical Center Co-Chief of Spine Surgery, James Kryzanski, MD, shares the benefits of spinal anesthesia—an alternative to general anesthesia during spinal surgery.
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