UMass Amherst Computational Biophysicist Receives Grant to Study ‘Floppy’ Proteins
AMHERST — Computational biophysicist Jianhan Chen at the UMass Amherst recently received a four-year, $600,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to
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Collaboration Receives $750,000 Grant to Address Asthma
SPRINGFIELD – After a highly competitive review process, the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission (HPC) as part of their SHIFT-Care Challenge has awarded Baystate Health
Read MoreSTCC Unveils New Health Science Degree
SPRINGFIELD — This fall, Springfield Technical Community College will offer a new health science degree program that will expose students
Read MoreBig Y Combats Opioid Crisis with Deterra Drug-disposal System
SPRINGFIELD — Big Y Pharmacy and Wellness Centers, along with all Big Y Supermarkets, are now carrying the Deterra® Drug
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We Are a Different Place – Shriners Hospitals for Children Continues to Broaden Its Reach
George Gorton recalls a conversation he had with the parent of a child who nearly drowned — and then required
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Maximum Impact – Careers in Public Health Are Growing in Importance
There’s more than one way to tackle teenage smoking, Scott McPhee said. For a health professional who works in
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A Healthy Relationship – Springfield College Builds on Century-old Ties to China
One side of Sue Guyer’s business card bears the Springfield College logo, address, and website, and declares that she is
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Back-to-school Health Check – Plan Your Child’s Annual Physical and Immunizations Now
Academic success depends on numerous factors, but not all parents consider the impact of good health on school performance.
Read MoreAre You Worried About Your Child Being Bullied in School?
One out of every four kids will be bullied sometime during their adolescence, according to the American Justice Department. If
Read MoreCARE Act Could – Ease Opioid Crisis
The Massachusetts Medical Society is grateful for the opportunity to have worked with both the House and the Senate on
Read MoreWhat Are Your Patients Breathing?
Consider the clinical case of a 25-year-old male seen at Boston Medical Center (BMC) while experiencing an acute asthma episode.
Read MorePossible Progress – Study Suggests Viruses May Play a Role in Alzheimer’s Disease
Analysis of large data sets from post-mortem brain samples of people with and without Alzheimer’s disease has revealed new evidence
Read MoreSeparating Hype from Reality – There Are Many Reasons You Might Want an Estate Plan
Recent headlines read: “Estate Taxes Repealed for All But Mega Estates!” “Get Your Hot Dogs Here with a Complimentary Will
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Human Service Forum Job Fair Aug. 22: The Human Service Forum will hold its first annual Human Services Job
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McMillian Joins Staff at Holyoke Medical Center HOLYOKE — Dr. Ursula McMillian, a board-certified surgeon, has joined Holyoke Medical Center. Specializing
Read MoreWrist of the Story – MedicAlert Awareness Month Highlights Importance of Devices
Although MedicAlert medical IDs have been around for five decades, chances are, if someone wears a MedicAlert bracelet or necklace,
Read MoreBaker Signs Groundbreaking Alzheimer’s Legislation
BOSTON — Gov. Charlie Baker recently signed H.4116, an Act relative to Alzheimer’s and related dementias in the Commonwealth, a
Read MoreNominations For Women Of Impact Awards Deadline Today
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest magazine is currently accepting nominations for a new recognition program to honor a specific segment of the local population: women
Read MoreNurses Blast Question 1 in Latest TV Ads
BOSTON — The Coalition to Protect Patient Safety recently announced the launch of several new television, radio, and social media ads to
Read MoreWSU to Offer Human Resource Certification Preparation Course
WESTFIELD — The College of Graduate and Continuing Education at Westfield State University is offering a human resource certification preparation program
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A Different Kind of Health Crisis – Suicide Rates Continue to Rise; the Question Is Why
It’s a common, but certainly not universal, refrain when an individual takes his or her own life. Friends and
Read MoreSure Shots – August Is National Immunization Awareness Month
National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people
Read MoreGiving Some Insight – Income-tax Benefits from Charitable Contributions after the TCJA
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has resulted in many changes for taxpayers. One area in particular is charitable
Read MoreBaystate Therapists Share Backpack Basics with Students, Parents
WARE — It’s back-to-school time, which means students from elementary through high school will be carrying backpacks weighed down with
Read MoreMassachusetts Ranks Highly Among States in Reducing Toll of Cancer
BOSTON — Massachusetts is a leader in the nation when it comes to implementing policies and passing legislation to prevent
Read MoreWalk for Love to Step Off on Sept. 8 at Shriners Hospitals for Children
SPRINGFIELD — Are you ready to walk for love? Join the fun at Shriners Hospitals for Children – Springfield for
Read MoreDPH Reports on Job-related Injuries Leading to Opioid Misuse
BOSTON — The rate of fatal opioid overdoses varied significantly by industry and occupation from 2011 to 2015, with construction
Read MoreHospice Meadows Run Slated for Sept. 29
NORTHAMPTON — The Cooley Dickinson VNA & Hospice will host its sixth annual Hospice Meadows Run on Saturday, Sept. 29
Read MoreSecond Chance Animal Services Celebrates 45,000 Spays and Neuters
EAST BROOKFIELD — In 2006, a few years after opening its doors, a fledgling animal shelter inundated with puppies and
Read MoreTwenty-six Graduate from MHA Leadership Series 2018
SPRINGFIELD — “I do what I do because I want to make a difference in the lives of the people that
Read MoreBaystate Health’s Blood Mobile Is Coming to Palmer and Ware in August
WARE — Summer is a notoriously difficult time for blood and platelet collections because of summer vacations. The community is
Read MoreNominations for Women of Impact Awards Due by Aug. 13
SPRINGFIELD — BusinessWest magazine is currently accepting nominations for a new recognition program to honor a specific segment of the local population: women
Read MoreHolyoke Medical Center Expands Services in Chicopee
CHICOPEE — Holyoke Medical Center has expanded services to a new facility on Memorial Drive in Chicopee for primary and
Read MoreRehab Resolutions Offering Alter-G Anti-gravity Treadmill
WEST SPRINGFIELD — Rehab Resolutions Inc. announced it has an anti-gravity treadmill in its West Springfield Office. An Alter-G treadmill,
Read MoreGolf Tournament on Sept. 17 to Raise Funds to Feed Hungry Kids
LONGMEADOW — The sad reality is that one in six kids in the U.S. goes hungry every day. No Kid
Read MoreSunshine Village’s 29th Annual Golf Tournament a Record Success
CHICOPEE — Sunshine Village held its 29th annual golf tournament fundraiser on Aug. 1 at Chicopee Country Club. The event
Read MoreBrightside Golf Classic Raises More Than $90,000
WEST SPRINGFIELD — The 38th annual Brightside Golf Classic at Springfield Country Club proved a success, with golfers raising $90,180.
Read MoreLoomis House Offers Monthly Dementia Support Group
HOLYOKE — Loomis House offers a free dementia support group on the first Wednesday of each month from 4 to
Read MoreHMC Opens Comprehensive Care Center to Address Opioid Dependence
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center recently opened the Comprehensive Care Center to address opioid dependence. This program provides comprehensive, confidential
Read MoreGrant Proposals Sought to Reduce Social Isolation Among Older Adults
SPRINGFIELD — Greater Springfield Senior Services Inc. (GSSSI) is seeking grant proposals for innovative programming ideas designed to reduce social
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