Medicare Fraud Prevention Week was June 1-5, 2026

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By Lucilia Prates, MA SMP Program Director The Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Program joined other SMP Programs across the country, and federal agencies, namely...

Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol Program helps reduce errors, fraud, and abuse

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REGION - The Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Program is part of a national initiative with a mission to reach, educate and counsel Medicare...
There is a growing need, especially for seniors, for grief groups mourning the loss of a pet or a pet diagnosed with a serious illness.

Pet grief support groups meet a growing need

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By Debbie Spingarn Contributing Writer REGION - If you’ve ever been bereaved over a beloved pet with nowhere to turn, you are not alone. For individuals...
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Regaining independence: Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital’s Amputation Program helps patients thrive after limb loss

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By Steve Messineo Contributing Writer WORCESTER - Experiencing an amputation is a life-altering event, especially for individuals aged 50 and above. The journey to regain independence...
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Associated Foot Specialists provides convenient and timely care

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By Evan Walsh, Contributing Writer REGION – Associated Foot Specialists is ready to help.  The “full-service” practice provides numerous different services, including dealing with bunions, orthotics,...
After being diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis more than a decade ago, Glenda Thomas of Framingham joined a support group and later became the New England support group leader for the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation. Photo/Submitted

Framingham woman became a patient, then an advocate, for rare disease

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By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer After being diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis more than a decade ago, Glenda Thomas of Framingham joined a support group...
Dr. Bruce Cohen works with one of his fitness clients.

Exercise physiologist accepts no excuses for not exercising

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By Matt Robinson, Contributing Writer REGION - As people recover from holiday-inspired indulgence and prepare for the year ahead, one of the most popular promises...

Elder Care Resource Guide 2023

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Ken Bennett stands in front of the Northborough Senior Center. Bennett leads weekly hikes throughout town. Photo/Tyler Charpentier

Ken Bennett leads hikes through Northborough

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By Tyler Charpentier, Contributing Writer Ken Bennett stands in front of the Northborough Senior Center. Bennett leads weekly hikes throughout town.Photo/Tyler Charpentier NORTHBOROUGH - Ken...
Framingham Heart Study Principal Investigator and Director Vasan Ramachandran, MD, FACC, with Investigators Joanne Murabito, MD, Martin Larson, SD, and Emelia Benjamin, MD, ScM. Photo/Submitted

Framingham Heart Study celebrates 75th anniversary

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By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer Framingham Heart Study Principal Investigator and Director Vasan Ramachandran, MD, FACC, with Investigators Joanne Murabito, MD, Martin Larson, SD,...
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