The Health Column

Here’s how donating blood impacts your community

The month of January is National Blood Donor Month. It’s an annual celebration that highlights how...

Top differences between Medicare Advantage and Medicare supplement plans

According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, just over 65 million people are...

Comparing coverage: What's the difference between an HMO, PPO, and EPO?

There are many acronyms used in health insurance that define different plan selections. For...

Holiday help part 2: Managing stress

Although December doesn’t involve a time warp that makes hours shorter than the rest of the year,...

Holiday help part 1: Dealing with grief

Since the holiday season tends to be when we see friends and family more often, it can be...

How volunteering affects your health

Mass General Brigham is committed to working with community residents and organizations to make...