“The cost of preeclampsia is high, as a leading cause of prematurity, and far-reaching, as patients face lifelong increased rates of cardiovascular disease. Pregnant patients with preeclampsia require specialized care during and after pregnancy to improve pregnancy outcomes and long-term health,” says Louise E. Wilkins-Haug, MD, PhD, a Mass General Brigham obstetrician-gynecologist. In this article, Dr. Wilkins-Haug shares ways pregnant people can help reduce their risk of preeclampsia and discusses the related dangers, risk factors, and symptoms.
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Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in virtually every area of medicine and has been the site of pioneering breakthroughs that have improved lives around the world. A major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BWH has a legacy of excellence that continues to grow. With two outstanding hospitals, over 150 outpatient practices, and over 1,200 physicians, we serve patients from New England, throughout the United States, and from 120 countries around the world. The BWH name is a reflection of our history. In 1980 three of Boston’s oldest and most prestigious Harvard Medical School teaching hospitals - the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, the Robert Breck Brigham Hospital, and the Boston Hospital for Women – merged to form Brigham and Women’s Hospital. As a national leader in improving health care quality and safety, we have helped to develop some of the industry’s best practices including computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to prevent medication errors. The CPOE is now a nationally-accepted safety practice. The BWH Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) is one of the most powerful biomedical research institutes in the world and the second largest recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among independent hospitals in the United States. BWH has long had great success in research as measured by the number of important discoveries made, the size and scope of its research portfolio and the volume of publications annually. BWH is a training ground for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. We have 1,100 trainees in over 140 of the most sought after training programs in the world, and also host Harvard Medical School students in rotations throughout our programs. As our global health services expand, our clinical trainees have rich opportunities to contribute and learn in challenging environments around the world. Brigham and Women's Hospital is an EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer.
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A few months ago, we introduced you to a Mass General Brigham patient named Joe Walsh. Joe is the first patient to receive foralumab, a nasal spray that treats Alzheimer's disease by reducing inflammation in the brain. Since his treatment began six months ago, Joe's thinking and memory have been regularly evaluated by neurologists, one of whom is Howard Weiner, MD. His wife, Karen, thinks the novel drug shows promise, explaining that while he still has difficulty recalling words, he's become more engaged in social activities. Hear about Joe's journey with NPR: http://spklr.io/6046huJw
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Ranked #1 in hospital medical research in the U.S. according to the National Institutes of Health, Paul Anderson, MD, PhD, chief academic officer at Mass General Brigham, discusses our commitment to advancing scientific discovery and offering the latest in research-driven cancer treatments to our patients.
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New research led by researchers at the Brigham has found a link between biological aging and vitamin D. The findings showed that participants who took vitamin D supplements over four years slowed the shortening of their telomeres. Telomeres are the protective ends of chromosomes, and they shrink with age. “The finding that these telomeres seem to be protected against shortening, and that their length was being preserved by vitamin D supplementation, suggested that vitamin D may have a role in slowing biological aging,” says JoAnn Manson, coauthor of the study and chief of the Division of Preventive Medicine at the Brigham. Learn more about the study in Fortune.
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The Mass General Brigham 2025 Community Health Survey is live! We want to hear from you—about your experiences, your needs, and what it will take to build healthier communities across Massachusetts. Take the survey today: http://spklr.io/6187hD6v
The Mass General Brigham 2025 Community Health Survey is live! Take the survey today: http://spklr.io/6046hD6Q We want to hear from you—about your experiences, your needs, and what it will take to build healthier communities across Massachusetts. This survey is part of a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) process that identifies strengths, challenges, and opportunities for better health. Your voice will help shape programs, resources, and policies that support health and well-being for everyone. • Open to MA residents age 18+ • Available in multiple languages • Confidential and takes about 10 minutes • Participants can enter a drawing for one of five $100 gift cards Your voice matters—help shape the future of health and wellbeing in your community.
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A recent study led by Rebecca Robbins, PhD MS, a sleep scientist at the Brigham, found that many people hit the snooze button at least once in the morning. How is this common practice impacting your sleep cycle? Robbins joined the Today Show to discuss the findings.
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May is Radiation Oncology Nurses Month, a time to recognize the incredible compassion, skill, and dedication of radiation oncology nurses across the country. At Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we are especially proud of our team. Every day, our radiation oncology nurses support patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Patients often share how deeply grateful they are for the kindness, patience and understanding our nurses show. Their clinical expertise is matched by their ability to listen, connect and care in ways that truly make a difference. This month, and every month, we thank our radiation oncology nurses for the extraordinary care they provide and the lasting impact they have on our patients and their families.
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Natalie Feldman, MD, a Brigham psychiatrist, spoke with WCVB Channel 5 about premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). PMDD is a more severe form of PMS and can trigger anger, panic attacks, and suicidal thoughts. Dr. Feldman explains the condition, symptoms to look out for, and how it's treated.