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Preventive Care

Getting back on track 

Exercise, not X-rays, can provide relief for most low back pain issues, doctors say

'We want to make sure people can be as safe as possible when they are enjoying our pools and our city’s waterfront.' 

- James Morton, YMCA President and CEO

 

Making a splash

Blue Cross and YMCA partner to provide free swim lessons to Boston kids to promote safety and health equity

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Illness & Conditions

High blood pressure basics: Check it, treat it

Clinicians encourage individuals to know their blood pressure numbers and seek treatment if elevated

Illness & Conditions

What you should know about COVID treatments

Antiviral therapies and monoclonal antibodies are now widely available in Massachusetts for at-risk patients

Wellness

Hidden gems for Boston-area cyclists

Check out a new route during Mental Health Month, with a free Bluebike ride sponsored by Blue Cross 

Facts about Vaccines

Why we get vaccinated

Facts about Vaccines

What you need to know about COVID vaccines

Facts about Vaccines

Combating COVID misinformation

How to breathe easier during allergy season

A pediatrician's perspective on surviving longer pollen seasons on a warming planet

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