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Baby Walkers: What Every Parent Needs to Know
September 12, 2025
When your baby is ready to explore, it can feel like they’re eager to move before their legs truly are. Many parents turn to baby walkers, thinking they’re a helpful tool to keep babies contained and encourage mobility. But research shows that not only are walkers unnecessary for development—they can be dangerous.
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Know Before You Go: Your Guide to Feeling Calm + Prepared for an MRI
September 12, 2025
If you’re scheduled for an MRI, it’s normal to feel curious, nervous or even a bit claustrophobic. Don’t worry, we’re here to help you have a safe and stress-free experience. Knowing what to expect and how to stay comfortable can transform a nerve-wracking visit into one that feels calm and manageable.
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Rethinking the Role of Low-Dose Radiation Therapy
September 9, 2025
Tufts Medicine radiation oncologist Matthew S. Katz, MD, along with co-author Alan Chalmers, MD, examine how low-dose radiation therapy could be reconsidered for use beyond oncology.
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Specialized Care Helps Kids with Epilepsy Thrive
August 28, 2025
When a child is diagnosed with epilepsy, it can feel overwhelming for the whole family. It’s natural for parents to have questions, worries, and a strong desire to understand what comes next.
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Food Noise Explained: Why You’re Always Thinking About Eating
August 26, 2025
Food noise is more than a fleeting craving—it’s a psychological tug-of-war that can disrupt your relationship with food. Whether you're just beginning to notice it or have struggled with it for years, you’re not alone and help is available.
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Understanding Social Media's Role in Breaking News After Charlie Kirk's Killing (VIDEO)
September 11, 2025
Alice Connors-Kellgren, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Director of the Developmental Trauma Clinic at Tufts Medical Center, in a story about social media’s role in breaking news and the psychological impact of graphic photos/videos being shared.
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Study: 44% of Those Living With Diabetes Don’t Know They Have It
September 9, 2025
Richard Siegel, MD, Endocrinologist at Co-Director of the Diabetes and Lipid Center at Tufts Medical Center, about a new study, which found that nearly half of people living with diabetes don’t know they have it.
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13 Foods and Supplements to Avoid During Chemotherapy
September 4, 2025
Lily Lichtenstein, MS, RD, LDN, Clinical Dietitian at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about foods and supplements to avoid while undergoing chemotherapy.
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