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Creation Date: 03/21/2014 -- HAVE IT ALL Choice Convenience Compassion Technology World-class primary care Call 855-UMASS-MD (1-855-862-7763) How Well-Woman Visits Change Through the Years As your body changes, your yearly well-woman visits adjust to your needs. Whether you see a gynecologist or your primary care provider for these checkups, here’s what to expect, decade by decade. Read more What Men Should Know About Mental Illness Mental illness is a difficult challenge for anyone. But it can cause different symptoms in men than in women, making it harder to recognize some disorders. Read more Could It Be Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? When you have carpal tunnel syndrome, your hand and wrist tingle or go numb from pressure on the nerve that runs through a narrow passage from your forearm into your hand. If you suspect you have it, see your provider—it could save you from permanent nerve damage. Read more Contact Our Health Professionals Find a Doctor Make an Appointment Book Online Follow Us WELLNESS CENTER Cholesterol There's a lot of news about cholesterol these days, and with good reason. High cholesterol contributes to heart disease, which kills more Americans than all cancers combined. A regular exercise routine and good eating habits — along with medication if your doctor recommends it — can keep cholesterol levels under control and lower your risk of heart disease. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a name given to a group of diseases that limit the flow of air in and out of your lungs. COPD includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Long-time cigarette sm...