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Newton, MA 02462
617-243-6000
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Waltham, MA 02453
617-243-5590
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Natick, MA 01760
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Newton Centre, MA 02459
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978 Worcester Road (rte 9)
Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482
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Wellesley, Massachusetts 02481
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The Division of Infectious Diseases at Newton-Wellesley Hospital offers inpatient consultations for a variety of infections and illnesses, including community-acquired pneumonia, infections arising from surgery, infections related to childbirth and lactation, infections in patients with compromised immunity, parasitic infestations, and infections related to travel. Phone: 617-243-6597 | Fax: 617-243-6575
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that can cause mild to severe illness. In certain cases, outcomes of flu can lead to hospitalization or even death. Older people, young children, and those with other health conditions are at a higher risk of flu complications.
Flu season usually begins in October and can last as late as May. Flu activity typically peaks between December and February. The 2018 season is particularly severe and is widespread in all 50 states. Here’s what you should know:
Lyme disease has become a huge problem in our area. Did you know that there are other illnesses also transmitted by ticks that are on the upswing in Massachusetts? » More
Matthew R. Leibowitz, MD, Chief of Infectious Diseases, talks about the Zika virus. Interviewed on Greater Boston Today with George Knight, Feb. 9, 2016. » Listen