BusinessWest Announces 2019 Women of Impact Keynote Speaker: Lisa Tanzer, President of Life is Good
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest announced that the keynote speaker for the 2019 Women of Impact luncheon will be Lisa Tanzer, president of Life
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Tufts, Harvard Pilgrim Agree to Merge
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan on Wednesday inked an agreement to merge, a marriage that would bring
Read MoreAlzheimer’s and Dementia Training for Family Caregivers Offered
SPRINGFIELD — ‘Savvy Caregiver,’ a free six-session training series for family and friends caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s
Read MoreBaystate Blood Donor Mobile Welcomes Businesses and Organizations Seeking To Hold Blood Drives
SPRINGFIELD – Baystate Health continues to serve the blood needs of the community with its traveling bloodmobile. Any organization or business looking
Read MoreEasthampton Savings Bank Foundation donates $5,000 to Hilltown Community Health Center
EASTHAMPTON — Matthew S. Sosik, president and CEO of bankESB, announced that the Easthampton Saving Bank Foundation awarded a $5,000
Read MoreCompanies Invest Heavily in Employee Health Management IT Solutions
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Employers around the world are losing an aggregate of $300 billion annually in medical and productivity costs
Read MoreWestfield State to Host ‘Dinner at Henry’s Garden’
WESTFIELD — The Westfield State University Department of Communication will host a farm-to-table dinner on August 25, from 5 to
Read MoreGlenmeadow to Offer Three Free Educational Programs in Fall
LONGMEADOW — Glenmeadow will kick off its fall Glenmeadow Learning series on Sept. 4 with a panel presentation on the
Read MoreCooley Dickinson Urgent Care Now Open in Southampton
SOUTHAMPTON — After years of planning and preparation, Cooley Dickinson Health Care has opened a second Urgent Care location at 12 College
Read MoreState Public Health Officials Announce First Human Case of EEE
BOSTON — The Mass. Department of Public Health (DPH) recently announced that laboratory testing confirmed the first case of Eastern
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Doctors in Residence
Some Snapshots of Baystate Health’s Class of 2019 By GEORGE O’BRIEN Dr. Lauren Wagener says she discovered roller derby before
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The Senior Planning Guide
What was once a demographic ripple has become a full-blown wave — and it’s getting bigger. According to the U.S.
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When Time Is of the Essence
This Life-saving Effort Was an Exercise in Teamwork By Kayla Ebner The last thing Shawn Bull remembers before waking up
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Baby Steps
CHD Program Empowers Parents as It Helps Children Grow By Kayla Ebner When looking at 2-year-old Jazeilis “Jazz” Jones, she
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Back to School
Don’t Wait — Plan Your Child’s Physical and Immunizations Now According to Dr. J. Michael Klatte, it’s not a good
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Closing the Skills Gap
Bay Path’s Strategic Alliances Partners with Area Employers By Kayla Ebner The ever-changing workforce environment is a continuous challenge for
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The Heroes Have Been Identified
And They Will Be Saluted at the Oct. 17 Banquet at the Sheraton The scores have been tabulated, and the
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A Disturbing Trend
Study Suggests #MeToo Leading to More Gender Discrimination By AMELIA J. HOLSTROM, Esq. The #MeToo movement exploded back in 2017.
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Silent but Potentially Deadly
Undetected Heart Attacks May Help Explain Mysterious Strokes Silent heart attacks — those that occur but are not detected —
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Career Pulse
Northampton Family Medicine Welcomes Lash to Team NORTHAMPTON — Northampton Family Medicine recently welcomed Dr. Emily Lash to a growing
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On the Calendar
Tanglewood Benefit Art Exhibit Through Sept. 30: The Kimball Farms Life Care Center Connector Gallery located at 235 Walker St.
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Why Do Employees Leave?
There Are Many Reasons That Go Well Beyond Salary and Benefits By John Veit The labor market in Western Mass.
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Picture This
Send your photos to: Picture This; c/o Joseph Bednar, The Healthcare News, 1441 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103; or e-mail bednar@healthcarenews.com
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Getting Started
Don’t Neglect Any of These Five Important Steps Whether you’re taking care of a family member full-time or just beginning
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Having the Talk
A Challenging First Step By Joe Gilmore, Landmark Senior Living Talking about long-term care needs with an elderly parent or
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Senior Living Options
Choosing the Right Level of Care Begins with Understanding All of Them By the Massachusetts Senior Care Assoc. Massachusetts has
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Paying for Care
What Options Are Available? Many seniors are not aware of the options available for affordable housing and care as they
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Senior Resources
These regional and statewide nonprofits can help families make decisions and access resources related to elder-care planning. AARP MASSACHUSETTS 1
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Transitioning
When It’s Time to Leave Home: Making the Change By the National Institute on Aging The decision about whether your
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Estate Planning
The Four Key Documents of an Estate Plan By Gina Barry Consider this — tomorrow, you take a terrible fall.
Read MoreBay Path Welcomes 110 Students into its OT Program
LONGMEADOW — In line with its mission to prepare students for careers in high demand, Bay Path University welcomed its next
Read MoreWestfield State to Host Relaunch of Pioneer Valley STEM Network
WESTFIELD — The Pioneer Valley STEM Network (PVSTEM NET), inactive for several years, will be relaunched by Westfield State University on August 13. One
Read MoreSpringfield College Sponsoring Annual Block Party on the Hill
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield College will sponsor the annual Block Party on the Hill on Aug. 15 from 4:30 to 7 p.m.,
Read MoreBaystate Wing, Mary Lane Audiology Team Celebrates the Gift of Hearing
PALMER — The Baystate Mary Lane and Baystate Wing Hospital Audiology team recently hosted a patient-appreciation breakfast at the Ludlow County Club to celebrate the gift
Read MoreSunshine Village Golf Tournament Breaks Fundraising Record
CHICOPEE — Sunshine Village held its 30th annual Sunshine Village Golf Tournament fundraiser on Aug. 7 at Chicopee Country Club
Read MoreSeventh Annual Cruise for Critters Fundraising Event Slated for Sept. 21
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services is gearing up for its seventh annual Cruise for Critters Car Show at
Read MoreBay Path University to Hold Three Open-house Events
LONGMEADOW — August is back-to-school month for many families, and that includes students ready to embark on — or continue
Read MoreWarm, Humid Weather Ramps Up Mosquito Population
PALMER — If you’ve been outside recently, you may have noticed that mosquitoes are out in full force. While some
Read MoreLegislation Introduced to Promote Workforce Diversity in Allied Health Professions
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush (D-Ill.) and U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) recently introduced the Allied Health
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