Patient Resources

What doctors wish patients knew about the BA.2 Omicron subvariant

Also known as “stealth” Omicron, BA.2 is the dominant strain in the U.S., sparking new questions. An infectious diseases physician clears things up.

Apr 8, 2022 ·

9 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about maintaining a healthy weight

Losing weight is hard enough to do, and maintaining a healthy weight can seem impossible. A Harvard obesity medicine physician sets out to help.

Prevention & Wellness

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Mar 11, 2022 ·

9 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about long COVID

Even mild SARS-CoV-2 infection can lead to long COVID. And with the transmissibility of the Omicron variant, patients may be concerned about the condition.

Feb 4, 2022 ·

What doctors wish patients knew about skin cancer risk and prevention

Understanding your risk is an important tool in skin cancer prevention. Two dermatologists share more about discerning risk and steps for prevention.

Chronic Diseases

Jan 20, 2022 ·

What doctors wish patients knew about breakthrough COVID infections

The rapid spread of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant has led to more fully vaccinated patients acquiring COVID-19. Learn why that happens and how boosters help.

Jan 14, 2022 ·

What doctors wish patients knew about the COVID-19 Omicron variant

The quick speed of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant’s spread has left many patients with questions. One infectious disease physician aims to clear things up.

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Jan 7, 2022 ·

6 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about high blood pressure

While almost half of all adults have high blood pressure, many don’t know they have this condition. A family physician shares what is important to know.

Prevention & Wellness