Healthy Matters :: E-Newsletter :: August 2011 :: Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
Pre-diabetes? It's Now or Never
  If you're one of the almost 80 million Americans who have been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, it's not too late to take positive steps for your health! Make changes in your diet and lifestyle now in order to prevent or at least slow down the development of diabetes.  
The Shoes of Summer
 

Although you might be tempted to spend the entire summer wearing flip-flops or going barefoot, Harvard Vanguard podiatrist David Agoada details the potential dangers of both and how to best avoid injury.

 
Managing Children's Behavior
  What should you do when your child throws a toy in anger? Dr. Kevin Kennedy discusses how systematic behavior management plans can help you respond to your child's problematic behavior in a calm and rational manner.  
Safe Fun in the Sun
 

It was a long cold winter in New England, so it's natural to want to get out and enjoy the sun this summer. Dr. J. Suzanne Mosher reminds us that we must play safe in the sun to avoid skin cancer. Sunscreen, hats, protective clothing and sunglasses are all important items to have as you head outside.

 
Physician Video Profiles: Behind the Stethoscope
  Dr. Zulfiqar Mir, internist at our Quincy practice, is accepting new patients! Click here to view his video and learn more about his 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.  
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Accepting New Patients
  Need a new doctor? Click here to see a list of Primary Care Physicians welcoming new patients  
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