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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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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.
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Lowell General Physicians Bring Light to Community with Annual Diwali Celebration
October 7, 2025
Doctors transform their mission of healing into a joyous celebration of culture and community
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Back to the Grind: Athletic Trainers and Orthopedic Surgeons Collaborate for Fall Sports Season
September 23, 2025
With the beginning of the school year comes one of the busiest times for high school athletic trainers. For Jen Sturtevant, Program Manager of Sports Medicine at MelroseWakefield Hospital, who has served as athletic trainer for Malden High School for the past 20 years, late August marks the start of a demanding season filled with injury prevention, care, and constant monitoring.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Guidance: What’s New and What You Should Do
September 22, 2025
With fall here and COVID-19 still circulating, there’s been a lot of talk—and confusion—about who should get vaccinated and when. Shira Doron, MD, Chief Infection Control Officer at Tufts Medicine, shares a quick breakdown of where things stand and what steps you should consider now.
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Tufts Medical Center Doctor Discusses Biden's Cancer Diagnosis
October 11, 2025
Jairam Eswara, MD, Chair of Urology at Tufts Medical Center, in a story about the news that former President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy for his prostate cancer.
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Special Report: The Truth About Processed Foods and Chronic Disease
October 10, 2025
Erik Holzwanger, MD, Director of Endoluminal Surgery and Bariatric Endoscopy at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about the connection between processed foods and chronic disease.
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Mass. Doctor Addresses Concerns Amid New Teen Vaping Data
October 9, 2025
Cristina Montalvo, MD, Chief of Consultation-Liaison and Emergency Psychiatry at Tufts Medical Center, about a new WHO study, which found that 100 million people vape worldwide, including 15 million teenagers between 13 and 15 years old.
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