Folic Acid and Your Unborn Baby
Planning to become pregnant? If you answered yes, then it's time to talk about folic acid and the many positive effects it can have on you and your unborn child.

21 Ways to Reduce Stress During the Workday
Throughout your day, consider these ideas to reduce stress.

Contact the Colon and Rectal Surgery Team
Complete our confidential online form below, and one of our team members will contact you within 24 hours (Monday to Friday) or call 855-UMASS-MD (855-862-7763) to make an appointment.
Why You Should Be Pro-Probiotic
"Bacteria" is a negative word, right? Not necessarily. If a bacterium comes in probiotic form, you ought to jump at the chance to take it in. It's about time the good bacteria stop getting a bum rap.

Brownie Kisses
Heading to a holiday party? Visiting a friend's house? Getting ready for company?

Down Syndrome Program
An estimated 5,000 individuals with Down syndrome live in Massachusetts. Of those, approximately 25 percent reside in Central and Western Massachusetts.
Buying Guidelines for Safe and Fun Toys
Who'd have thought a cute plush puppy could cause choking? Or that dinosaur claw gloves could poke an eye? You know the little boy in your life would love the toy sword but think twice. It could cause a blunt force injury when he swings it at someone.

What Do Blood Sugar and Baseball Have in Common?
The American Diabetes Association uses this analogy - In some ways, the A1C test is like a baseball player's season batting average, it tells you about a person's overal

The Season of Thanks - Get Your Gift
"Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you'll soon find many others around you.
