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We’re zeroing in on the ‘holy grail’ of COVID-19 immunity
Atlantic – July 21, 2021 Scientists may be on the cusp of defining correlates – biological benchmarks that…
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Questions and answers on the COVID-19 vaccine
Boston Globe – July 19, 2021 In an opinion piece for the Boston Globe, Mary LaSalvia, MD (Infectious…
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Hope for COVID-19 long haulers
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"The Olympic spirit is very much alive. Athletes are thrilled to be here, and there is much energy as we head into the two weeks of competition."
We are wishing our very own Gevvie Stone, MD the best of luck as she attends her THIRD #SummerOlympics rowing for #TeamUSA! Born in Boston and raised in Newton, MA, Gevvie learned to row as a high schooler and trained on the Charles River. She trained through college and med school, taking gaps to focus on rowing. Now an emergency medicine specialist, Gevvie is in Japan racing the women's double. Follow her Olympics trip and get race updates on her Instagram and Twitter @gevgevs.
We have our 🤞 you bring home the 🏅!
#TBT to our annual Summer Staff Appreciation Picnic! Staff were treated to a complimentary lunch and enjoyed music along with some beautiful summer weather (which has been hard to come by). Thank you for all you do!
Were you there? Drop your picture of the celebration the comments!
In this Harvard Health Publishing feature by Adam Stern, MD, Stern shares how people find ways to oppose the dread of life’s dangers with hope: an aspirational feeling that circumstances can improve, that we can persist, that there is at least as much good in the world as bad. Catch the full article here ⤵️
Hope: Why it matters - Harvard Health
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As humans, we live our lives in a chaotic world, knowing that bad things happen to people every day, yet we are expected to continue moving forward. How do we do this? By finding ways to confront l...Last week, Jill Brown, RN and Patty Wills, LicSW, were recognized as Front Line Healthcare Worker All-Stars by the Boston Red Sox. The program, organized by the Fanatics Foundation and MLB, is meant to recognize front line workers across the country who provided exceptional, “all-star” performance during the pandemic.
Jill and Patty shepherded BIDMC’s most vulnerable, disadvantaged patients through their hospitalization and to supportive continuing care, despite the incredibly limited post-acute resources, as nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, long term acute care, dialysis units and other supports were either limited or entirely closed due to COVID. Their patients are often disadvantaged, with limited social and financial resources, and typically suffering from a significant disability. Patty and Jill were able to find creative, supportive solutions for these patients despite COVID obstacles, and always demonstrated profound empathy and respect for our patients and their families.
Congratulations, Jill and Patty, for receiving this incredible honor!
Even low levels of lead in drinking water may be dangerous for
those living with chronic kidney disease and Black Americans
may face greater exposure, according to a study led by John
Danziger, MD, MPhil, a nephrologist at #BIDMC. Full press release ⤵️
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BIDMC’s Dr. Danziger led a study revealing that low lead levels in drinking water have detrimental health effects in people with kidney disease. Learn more.Hospitals across the country are setting up programs to provide better treatment for people suffering from long-term symptoms of COVID-19. Jason Maley, MD, and Joseph Zibrak, MD, spoke to NBC10 Boston about BIDMC’s Critical Illness and COVID-19 Survivorship Program that aims to integrate care among pulmonary, critical care, sleep medicine, psychiatry, cognitive neurology, neurology, geriatrics, social work, and physical and occupational therapy clinicians. bit.ly/3r9oclK
Hope for COVID-19 Long Haulers
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Hospitals across the country are setting up programs to provide better treatment for people suffering from long-term symptoms of COVID-19 and to learn more about the issue.July is Fibroid Awareness Month, and like so many women, Flavia O. suffered from fibroids. She learned about a minimally invasive procedure-uterine artery embolization-and met with Dr. Julie Bulman and the Interventional Radiology team at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
"The team of nurses was wonderful! I felt 100% comfortable with Dr. Bulman, who is very compassionate and transparent about the procedure and what to expect, and I was marveled by the science and technology," Flavia said.
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BIDMC Interventional Radiology Outpatient Procedure Effectively Treats Fibroids | BIDMC of Boston
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Up to 75% of all women may have fibroids. Learn how BIDMC's Interventional Radiology team used uterine artery embolization to treat one woman's fibroids.What happened after a heart attack in his late 40s? Jim Rand recounts his 30+ year journey to staying healthy and active with support from the BIDMC CardioVascular Institute. bit.ly/3hswe4B
Living an Active Life with Heart Failure | BIDMC of Boston
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In 2017, Jim Rand was diagnosed with congestive heart failure. Learn how BIDMC's CardioVascular Institute (CVI) helps him treat and manage his condition.Have a safe and healthy #Fourthofjuly!
Remember:
1️⃣ Drink plenty of water 🚰
2️⃣ Keep a safe distance from any fireworks displays 🎆
3️⃣ Always swim with a buddy and keep a close eye on children in water 🏊
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As we continue to provide extraordinary care to our patients, we are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support we have received from the community.
Please watch this message of thanks from Marsha Maurer, DNP, RN, Senior Vice President for Patient Care Services, Cynthia and Robert J. Lepofsky Chief Nursing Officer and Incident Commander for the COVID-19 response at BIDMC.