Reminder: Lahey Clinic Offering Two Flu Clinics this Weekend
As much of the country is facing a worse-than-usual flu season Lahey is helping with two extra flu clinics.
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Saturday, January 12, 2013
Friday, January 11, 2013
Lahey Clinic Offering Flu Clinics as Number of Cases Spikes
Lahey Clinic will be administering flu vaccines this weekend.
Lahey Clinic is offering two flu clinics this weekend as reports of a worse-than-usual flu season emerge in the media. The Burlington Board of Health posted on its web site that has "has been informed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) that influenza numbers are on the rise." The Washington Post reported that Boston declared a public health emergency this past Wednesday after 18 flu-related deaths were reported so far. Lahey Clinic's flu clinics: Flu clinics are available at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, on Saturday, January 12, and Sunday, January 13, from 8 am to noon. The flu clinics will be held in the Southeast Lobby of Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington (41 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01805). The …
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Monday, January 7, 2013
Lahey Clinic Offering Free Lung Cancer Screening for Veterans
Burlington's Director of Veteran Affairs Robert Hogan says veterans are at higher risk for lung cancer, so the screening is available for early detection.
The following is a release from Burlington's Director of Veteran Affairs Robert Hogan: The Burlington Office of Veterans Services wants to inform Burlington veterans that the Lahey Clinic is offering Free Lung Cancer CT Screenings to eligible, qualified veterans. Why? Because the incidence of lung cancer is higher among veterans, and the survival rate among veterans is lower than the civilian population. Studies indicate that mortality rate is higher for veterans. Two million World War-2 and Korean War veterans died an average 11.1 years sooner than their civilian counterparts. When you add in Agent Orange for Vietnam veterans and the uranium related issues for Gulf War veterans, it is clear that early screening and detection is necessary…
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Lahey Clinic Offering Free Lung Cancer Screening for Veterans
Veterans are invited to come to the clinic this Thursday for a free screening.
following is a release by Lahey Clinic: Lahey Clinic is calling on all Veterans in the area to call or come in for a risk assessment for lung cancer. We join Lung Cancer Alliance, the Vietnam Veterans of America and other screening centers of excellence across the country to honor Veterans by alerting them to their potential risks and the life-saving benefit of CT screening. "Low dose CT lung screening has been proven to save lives in people at high-risk for developing lung cancer” said, Andrea McKee, MD, Chair of the Radiation Oncology Department at Lahey Clinic. “We now know that one in five deaths due to lung cancer can be prevented through low dose CT screening. If you are between 50 and 74 and have a significant personal history of…
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Breast Cancer Support Groups in Burlington
In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, here's a list of local breast cancer support groups.
One in 8 American women and 1 in 1,000 American men will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives. It’s estimated that more than 2 million people are diagnosed with breast cancer and fight for their lives each year. Breast cancer is difficult to face alone—for both patients and their loved ones. To help in the battle, there are a number of local resources and support groups. Lahey Clinic hosts a Breast Cancer support group on the first Wednesday of every month starting at 6 p.m. in the Cancer Center, 3W Conference Room. Call 781-744-8113 for more information or to register. “Support groups are really beneficial,” says Debra Somerrs Copit, MD, Director of Breast Imaging at Albert Einstein Medical Center, and a member of the …
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Tuesday, September 18, 2012
New Walkers Progams Kicking Off at Burlington Mall.
The Burlington Mall and Lahey Clinic are teaming up for a fall walking program at the mall.
Enjoy walking for exercise and looking for a way to stay in shape even as the weather turns bad? The Burlington Mall has partnered with Lahey Clinic to launch an innovative, new Mall Walkers Program to promote health and wellness starting today at 8:00 am. The community is invited to lace up their walking shoes and join Lahey’s staff, Burlington’s town officials, Burlington Mall Management and fellow striders to kick off the Mall Walkers Program on September 18. Walkers will enjoy a welcome speech, free breakfast, a complimentary pedometer and water bottle and the camaraderie of other walkers. “We’re excited to be involved in this unique community partnership with Burlington Mall for the launch of this innovative Mall Walkers program,” …
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Friday, September 14, 2012
Tired of Being Sick and Tired from Diabetes?
The Burlington Council on Aging and Lahey Clinic are teaming up to present a Diabetes Health Self-Management workshop.
The following is a release from the Burlington Council on Aging: Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? This Diabetes Health Self-Management workshop has been proven to help people with diabetes lead happier healthier lives. In just six weeks you’ll learn to: Set and meet personal goals, develop your formula for a Healthy Eating Plan, reading nutrition labels, Increase your energy level, Monitor your diabetes, identify and try out simple techniques that can improve your quality of life and make informed choices about your treatment. Because it is in a group setting you will also learn from others in group, discovering useful tips and information along the way. This workshop is offered by Lahey Clinic, developed and tested by …
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Thursday, June 7, 2012
Lahey Clinic's Walk Against Cancer Garners $200k
Last Saturday's Cancer Walk and 5k Walk was a huge success despite the rain.
The participants of the 2012 Burlington Relay for Life weren't the only ones to brave the rain to help fight cancer last weekend. On Saturday, June 2, Lahey Clinic held its annual Cancer Walk in Burlington and Peabody. The event also featured a 5K run at the Burlington clinic. Despite cold weather, strong winds and lots of rain, there was a great turnout and spirits were high. Over 1,100 people registered for the Walk helping raise over $200,000.00 this year. "Lahey Clinic is extremely grateful to everyone who helped make this year a success!," a release states. Donations for the Lahey Clinic Cancer Walk & 5K Run will be accepted until June 30. If you would like to donate, or for more information about the Walk, visit: Walk.Lahey.org.
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Friday, June 1, 2012
Reminder: Lahey 5K Cancer Walk and Run is Tomorrow
Lahey Clinic is holding its annual 5k Walk & Run tomorrow, June 2, with registration starting at 7 a.m.
The following is a release from Lahey Clinic: Lahey Clinic’s Annual Cancer Walk & 5K Run will take place rain or shine on Saturday morning, June 2. Registration for the run begins at 7 a.m. and registration for the walk begins at 8 a.m. The events, held simultaneously on the Burlington and Peabody campuses, are open to all and raise funds to enhance Lahey’s cancer services in both locations. Thank you for leaving pets at home. Inspired by the realization that there are a million reasons to walk because cancer impacts us all, the event celebrates its seventh year in Burlington and third in Peabody. With the help of community support and participation, 2012 will be the year when the Walk reaches an impressive milestone—a cumulative total of…
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Thursday, May 24, 2012
Lahey 5K Cancer Walk and Run on June 2
Lahey Clinic is holding its annual 5k Walk & Run on Saturday June 2 with registration starting at 7 a.m.
The following is a release from Lahey Clinic: Lahey Clinic’s Annual Cancer Walk & 5K Run will take place rain or shine on Saturday morning, June 2. Registration for the run begins at 7 a.m. and registration for the walk begins at 8 a.m. The events, held simultaneously on the Burlington and Peabody campuses, are open to all and raise funds to enhance Lahey’s cancer services in both locations. Thank you for leaving pets at home. Inspired by the realization that there are a million reasons to walk because cancer impacts us all, the event celebrates its seventh year in Burlington and third in Peabody. With the help of community support and participation, 2012 will be the year when the Walk reaches an impressive milestone—a cumulative total of…
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