Healthy Matters :: E-Newsletter :: June 2011 :: Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
Protect Your Eyes from the Sun
  Putting on sunscreen before you go out in the sun is something everyone knows they should do, but protecting your eyes from the sun is just as important! The sun's UV rays can cause serious damage to your eyes. Dr. Jia Lee discusses how to choose the right sunglasses for the best protection.  
Planning for a Baby?
  If you're thinking about having a baby, an appointment with your doctor should be your first step. Dr. Christine Skiadas explains how a pre-conception visit allows your doctor to review your medical and family history. Updating your immunizations, improving your diet and addressing any chronic disease will help ensure you're as healthy as possible before you get pregnant.  
Physician Video Profiles: Behind the Stethoscope
  Dr. Karen Newbold, pediatrician at our Somerville practice, is accepting new patients! Click here to view her video and learn more about her approach to patient care. Check out this page on our website for a list of doctors accepting patients. Doctors with video profiles will display a camera icon next to their name.  
Facts About Arthritis
 

Arthritis affects 50 million adults of all ages and is the most common cause of disability in the United States. Read more about the two major types: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. There is no cure for arthritis, but you can learn how to manage your symptoms with diet, exercise and medication.

 
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