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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.

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.

Bilateral shoulder replacement surgery at Tufts Medicine gave Rita Gill relief from years of pain and restored her mobility—and her quality of life.

Distinguished physician scientist will lead key Neurology service line at Tufts Medicine’s academic medical center.

Malak S. AlThgafi, MBBS-MD, MBA, appointed as Chair of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Tufts Medical Center.

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.

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.