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Don’t Let Lung Cancer Sneak Up On You

If you smoke, or used to smoke, getting an annual screening to detect lung cancer could save your life. Lung cancer is mostly caused by smoking and is the leading cause of death in the US. 

Spots on the lungs, called lung nodules, often start growing without any signs or symptoms. Lung nodules are often harmless, but sometimes they are early lung cancer. When you get a lung screening CT scan, we can find lung cancer at an earlier, more easily treatable stage. Call your primary care provider or 617-665-1017. Learn more here.
Join us for Lunch & Learn

Join Dr. Jennifer Wilson, CHA thoracic surgeon and Susan Hoye, CHA’s Tobacco Treatment program director, for a discussion on the most effective ways to breathe
better. Quitting anything can be rough, but stopping smoking tops the list. Find out how you can help yourself and the people you care about as well as get information
about lung nodule screenings. Click here to sign up and get the Zoom link.
Sometimes You Need A Little Extra Care

CHA is now offering group visits in person and by video. These groups let you get health care and support with other people who have similar health needs. Research shows these groups can help people be healthier. Current groups include:

  • Healthy Living with Diabetes to increase knowledge, set goals and share strategies.
  • Chronic Pain — wellness and movement with CHA for patients with chronic pain.
  • Healthy Life and Wellness for Children ages 9 - 12 with weight and wellness concerns.
  • Healthy Life and Wellness for Adults who are interested in weight loss and including wellness in their lives.
  • Haitian Wellness Group for patients who speak Haitian Creole and are exploring ways to improve their health.

Find out how you can help yourself with a little extra care.
CHA Somerville Campus Comes to Life Again

After the recent water main break, CHA is beginning to reopen the Somerville Campus.
What’s Open:
Urgent Care
GI Center
Radiology
What’s opening in November:
CHA Eye Center
Dermatology (in the Highland building)
Lab services
Sleep Lab
More services will continue to open in December and into the New Year. We will keep you informed as the campus services come to life again. Please continue to check the CHA website for up to date information about the CHA Somerville Campus.

New Urgent Care Hours: CHA Urgent Care in Somerville is open 9 AM to 8 PM weekdays and 10 AM to 5 PM on weekends and holidays.
Yes You Can: Get Another Shot in Your Arm, Flu and COVID Vaccines

Vaccines protect you, your family, and your friends from getting sick. And they are very important if you are around older adults or people who have chronic health problems. That’s why CHA is making it easier for you to get your flu and COVID vaccines. Remember, experts say it is safe for you to get a flu and COVID vaccine at the same time. So why wait?


  • Get your COVID shots or booster. Anyone five years or older can now get a COVID vaccine. Boosters are available for anyone over 65, people with health risks and people who live or work in certain places. Find out where to get your COVID shot.
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This information is for education only. The information provided here, or through linkages to other sites, is not a substitute for medical or professional care. Please contact your physician or other healthcare provider for medical assistance. For medical emergencies, call 911.