Mastectomy rates increased in the years following Angela Jolie’s decision to have a bilateral prophylactic mastectomy. At Lahey, the “Jolie Effect” is beginning to take a downswing.
Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a highly contagious bacterial infection. The DTaP vaccination can help prevent pertussis or lessen the episodes of violent coughing that are the hallmark of this disease.
Charlotte Rickert is a volunteer in Hospital Admissions at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center. She is one of more than 200 volunteers who work through the Volunteer and Community Services program at Lahey.
Ultraviolet rays from the sun cause skin cancer and other skin damage every season of the year. Sun-safety techniques can protect your skin.
After a surgical weight loss procedure, it’s important to follow specific eating and drinking instructions for 48 hours.
Many people with high blood pressure, or hypertension, don’t know they have it. Bruce Campbell, MD, explains the health risks of high blood pressure and how you can protect yourself.
The risk of falling increases as we age. Lahey offers nine steps to help keep you safe.
Taking medications incorrectly can lead to severe health problems. Understanding what leads to medication non-adherence can help patients avoid severe health problems
Bariatric surgery helps people lose weight when other methods have failed. This guide explains what to expect and how to prepare for bariatric surgery.
Hospice is end-of-life care that focuses on comforting—not curing—a patient. This care is provided in a patient’s home or at the hospital.
If you use insulin for diabetes, it’s important to do so safely and correctly. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions and information about how to respond to problems that can arise.
Staying active is important, even if you have asthma. Take the steps necessary to avoid triggering your asthma symptoms when you exercise.