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New UMass Memorial Health acute-care facility looks to address bed shortage in Massachusetts
We're getting a closer look at UMass Memorial Health's new North Pavilion Building.
Running the Boston Marathon for the UMass ALS Cellucci Fund
The 129th Boston Marathon won’t be John Kelly’s first rodeo.
Following opening of $220M tower, UMass Memorial ER wait times are dropping
New data shows the opening of UMass Memorial Health’s $220-million acute-care facility North Pavilion in Worcester has contributed to increase
Lead pipes or lead paint: Which is the greater health risk in Worcester?
Proposed regulations announced Thursday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency could force cities nationwide, including Worcester, to replace all lead pipes that carry drinking water…
Local doctors note uptick in cases of RSV
As the holiday season arrives, so too comes the season for respiratory illnesses.
Indeed, at UMass Memorial Medical Center, doctors say they’re seeing an uptick in cases of RSV.
Health assessment: Greater Worcester must improve housing, broadband, healthcare workforce
November 17 - The findings of the report will be used to guide community health work over the next three years.
Health experts urge COVID-19, flu shots ahead of holiday season
Worcester, Mass. - As holiday season approaches, health experts are once again warning of an expected rise in flu, COVID-19 and RSV cases. Dr.
UMass Memorial turns to apprenticeships in effort to boost workforce
WORCESTER, Mass. - This week is Massachusetts Apprenticeship Week, and UMass Memorial Health announced plans to launch its first registered apprenticeship program.
UMass Memorial Health – Harrington Open Free “Bridge Fridge” Community Closets and Food Pantries
SOUTHBRIDGE, MA, November 7, 2023 – An idea conceived a year ago to help combat food and clothing insecurities in South Central Massachusetts has come to fruition.
I came in worried and left enlightened. The knee replacement is working great. This was the best thing I ever did, and I have you to thank for getting me this way.
Colleen G | UMass Memorial Health Knee Replacement Patient
Shortage of new drug to fight RSV: What are the consequences in Worcester?
At UMass Memorial Health, there is enough supply of the 50 milligram dose to last for the next three to four weeks, said Dr. Wendy Timpson, clinical chief of the hospital’s neonatology division.
CDC projects moderate COVID-19 wave this winter
One thing clinicians DO know is that the currently circulating COVID-19 variants are highly transmissible. “Meaning it takes less viral particles to get sick,” said Robert Klugman, MD, a professor of medicine and head of employee health at UMass Memorial Health.
UMass Memorial and Milford Regional Medical Center take step for possible merger
UMass Memorial Health and Milford Regional Medical Center may merge, signing a letter of intent that will allow the organizations to explore a potential corporate affiliation.
UMass Memorial to host first annual Vintage Fashion Show for colon cancer
Doctors at UMass Memorial Medical Center are trading in their white coats for something a little more fashionable to help raise awareness for cancer.
How pediatricians can help patients who’ve experienced trauma
Pediatricians may encounter children who are unable to see the world as a safe, secure place, and others who may have depression, anxiety, problems with learning, or an inability to self-regulate…
For Our Kids: Pediatric Behavioral Health Needs With UMass Memorial
UMass Memorial Health's boarding practices reduce the length of time kids are hospitalized in the emergency department, allowing them to receive care in their homes, clinics and in psychiatric units as appropriate.