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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
Oncologist, Dispense it Thyself
Although the study showed that the biggest growth was in community oncology practices, Jeff Gordon, M.D., has seen large hospital systems move in this direction.
Fallon, Reliant, UMass Memorial tapped for MassHealth ACOs
Worcester healthcare providers UMass Memorial Health and Reliant Medical Group, along with insurer Fallon Health, have been selected to four of the 17 MassHealth accountable care organizations, meaning they will be responsible for quality, cost, and member experience for MassHealth participants.
Mass. doctors and parents worry about earlier and more serious RSV cases
Dr. Larry Rhein said he used to be able to set his clock to spikes in respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV. Cases used to spike in mid-October and all but disappeared by April.
Hospitals and insurers tangle over rising health care costs
Dr. Eric Dickson, chief executive of UMass Memorial Health, said three factors are driving up spending: administrative waste, drug prices and labor costs.
How 7 People With Diabetes Manage Their Blood Sugar
For years, Melissa Almeida, 48, managed her Type 2 diabetes by herself…Almeida turned to a diabetes care coach program from UMass Memorial Health, which helped her establish a plan to gradually improve her medication regimen.
City of Worcester urges precautions as respiratory illnesses rise
WORCESTER, Mass. - Worcester health leaders are urging masking, vaccination and other precautions as cases of the flu, RSV, and COVID-19 rise.
Drug discount program vital to hospital care: Penalties should be assessed for drug company noncompliance
The federal drug pricing program known as 340B enables eligible hospitals, health centers, and clinics to purchase outpatient prescription drugs at discounted prices and use the savings to provide more services and treat more patients in need.
RSV climbing at UMass Memorial Health; concern about the respiratory illness
Pediatric cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise at UMass Memorial Health, as hospitals nationwide reportedly grapple with the illness.
Worcester firefighter diagnosed with cancer following free screening
Worcester firefighter Ryan Kelley had a scab on his temple for two years that never really healed.
Local doctor discusses risks of RSV transmission as cases rise
Local health experts are warning about the possibility of a 'tridemic,' with cases of COVID-19, the flu and RSV all rising at the same time.
UMass Memorial Health nurses, health care workers ratify new contracts at hospitals
Roughly 2,770 nurses and health care workers at several hospitals in the UMass Memorial Health system have ratified new contracts in recent months, providing wage increases between 8% and 19.5%, depending on the facility and length of contract. “Every day, we are moved by the compassion, res
Doctors use experimental drug to save mother and son who accidentally ate ‘death cap’ mushroom
According to a CBS Boston report, doctors at UMass Memorial Medical Center were able to save the pair, though the woman, 63-year-old Kam Look, had to have a liver transplant. Dr. Stephanie Carreiro greeted Kai and Look when they arrived at UMass Memorial.