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Exercise and Asthma

Physical activity and exercise provide important health benefits to people with asthma, from improved heart and lung function to helping reduce the severity of asthma-related attacks. But there’s a catch: people who suffer from asthma — an estimated 300 million according to the World Health Organization — may experience shortness of breath, coughing, tightening of the chest, and wheezing during physical activity and exercise.

Innovative Surgery Provides New Option for Bladder Cancer

Bladder cancer, like all cancers, is concerning because it can mean a change in the way your body functions. If the cancer has invaded the muscle wall, the entire bladder may need to be removed. In the past, this meant living with either an ostomy bag that collects urine outside the body or an internal pouch drained with a tube that is managed by the patient.

New adaptable medicine curriculum offers health care providers "universal" genomics education

The Universal Genomics Instructor Handbook and Toolkit – a new, free educational resource designed to educate clinicians in all medical specialties in genomic medicine – is now available to improve physician genomic education worldwide.

After Leaving the Hospital

After leaving BIDMC, you may have questions about managing your care. Read these FAQs and resources that will help you with the road to recovery.

Research Nursing Service

BIDMC's Clinical Research Center provides a Nursing Service that facilitates the clinical research program. Learn more about the role of our research nurses.

Medicare to cover genetic tests for breast and ovarian cancer

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services now covers genetic testing for some cancers, such as breast and ovarian. This is good news for cancer patients.

Worrying about a 'secondary cancer'

Most cancer patients worry about a recurrence, but a few also worry about developing a second type of cancer. Are you at a higher risk for secondary cancers?

Keeping Your Breast Pump Clean

Breastfeeding moms, who are going back to work, often describe that apart from the adjustment of being apart from baby for hours at a stretch, one of the biggest challenges of going back to work is pumping breast milk.

Cardio-Oncology Program

BIDMC's Cardio-Oncology Program helps patients reduce their risk of cardiotoxicity and heart damage after receiving cancer therapy. Call us at 617-667-8800.

LGBTQIA+ Digestive Health Program

The Center for LGBTQIA+ Digestive Health at BIDMC is proud to provide exemplary, multidisciplinary care for our patients of all sexual orientations and gender identities

Treating Tracheobronchomalacia (TBM)

If you’ve had a chest cold, you know how frustrating a bad cough can be — especially when it lingers for days or weeks. Sometimes it can be hard to catch your breath or even carry on a conversation. But for Sandra Rocha, a chronic cough didn’t just last for days. Her debilitating cough lasted decades.

Your Mood Does Not Affect Your Cancer Prognosis

Cancer patients often worry that sadness and anger can affect their prognosis. However, mood does not impact treatment — only your quality of life. Read more.

Level 2

It is clear from evidence that up to ½ cup of uncooked, rolled gluten-free oats per day does not cause intestinal damage in most people with celiac disease. A small number of people with celiac disease cannot eat oats. They may have an immune reaction to the protein in oats. Learn more about oats and the gluten-free diet at BIDMC in Boston.

Weight Gain on the Gluten-Free Diet

BIDMC's CeliacNow offers valuable resources for people with celiac disease. Read our tips about maintaining a healthy weight while on the gluten-free diet.

BIDMC Academy Professional Development Seminars

The BIDMC Academy supports the educational development of our community with professional development seminars. Learn about past and upcoming events.

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Launches Health Technology Exploration Center

BIDMC launched a first-of-its-kind Health Technology Exploration Center (HTEC) to speed research and innovation in the field. Read to learn more.