Mass General Cancer Center investigators found that nine percent of esophageal adenocarcinoma patients harbor mutations in cancer-predisposing genes, shedding light on the causes of progression to the disease and new possibilities for screening and treatment.
Understanding the link between the gut microbiome and polyp growth opens the door to potential screenings and treatments.
ChatGPT, a new language processing tool driven by artificial intelligence (AI), provides conversational text responses to questions and can generate valuable information for enquiring individuals, but the quality of ChatGPT-generated answers to medical questions is currently unclear.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic debilitating condition that can have a major impact on an individual’s quality of life. We discuss the symptoms, subtypes, diagnosis, and management of IBS.
Around 12 months of age, Grady and Keaton Hartford's mother, Candice, suspected that her twins may have autism spectrum disorder. As a nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Mass General for Children, Candice knew she could count on the hospital community to care for her boys. Now at age 7, Grady and Keaton are thriving.
Locations on this list include Downtown Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, Somerville and surrounding areas. Most of these restaurants are not dedicated gluten-free (GF), but they may offer GF options. Each time you dine out, you should always disclose your dietary needs and ask to speak with the manager or chef before placing your order to ensure your meal is prepared in a safe, allergen-free environment.
Learn smoothies that your kids with enjoy with lots flavor, fun and creativity!
Smoothies are a delicious, healthy way to add more fruits and vegetables to your day. Learn how to make a smoothie that is nutritionally balanced and customized to your taste. All you need is a blender and some measuring cups/spoons. If you need help using a blender or cutting up fruits and vegetables, ask an adult you trust. To make your smoothie, follow these steps
Learn what to do if you feel worried or sad.
When Savannah Curran, 11, was born, she had an array of medical concerns. At 4 years old, genetic testing finally revealed that she had Ogden syndrome, a very rare genetic condition that affects about 100 people around the world. The care she receives at Mass General for Children allows her to live life to the fullest.
