Nominations Being Accepted for Healthcare Heroes Class of 2025
SPRINGFIELD — In the spring of 2017, BusinessWest and its sister publication, the Healthcare News, created a new recognition program
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Berkshire Health Systems Supports New Resource Center in Pittsfield
PITTSFIELD — The First, a new daytime resource and community center opening in downtown Pittsfield this fall, received a major
Read MoreSpecial Legislative Commission on Xylazine Holds First Meeting
WESTFIELD — This week, the Special Legislative Commission on Xylazine, co-chaired by state Sen. John Velis, held its first public
Read MoreGeneral Surgeon Dr. Brett Matthews Joins North Adams Regional Hospital
NORTH ADAMS — Berkshire Health Systems announced the appointment of Dr. Brett Matthews, a board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeon, to the
Read MoreKnow How to Recognize, Treat Symptoms of Heat Illness
SPRINGFIELD — With an extreme heat warning issued across Western Mass., first responders with American Medical Response (AMR) Springfield want
Read MoreTranshealth Names Jo Erwin CEO and Celia Overby COO
NORTHAMPTON — The Transhealth board of directors announced the appointment of Jo Erwin as chief executive officer and Celia Overby
Read MoreFoundation for TJO Animals Welcomes Janna Brown as New Executive Director
SPRINGFIELD — The Foundation for TJO Animals announced that Janna Brown has been named its new executive director. After a
Read MoreAMA Raises Concerns About Senate Reconciliation Bill
CHICAGO — The American Medical Assoc. (AMA) expressed concerns on Friday about the Senate reconciliation bill, citing cuts to Medicaid
Read MoreWhittlesey Volunteers at the Zoo in Forest Park for Annual Community Day
HOLYOKE — On June 13, team members from Whittlesey’s Holyoke office participated in the firm’s 15th annual Community Day at
Read MoreSpringfield Food Policy Council Launches National Campaign to Save SNAP
SPRINGFIELD — As threats to the nation’s leading source of food support for struggling families continue, the Springfield Food Policy
Read MoreJim Vinick, Difference Maker: An Appreciation
When Jim Vinick put his mind to doing something — whether it was the next iteration of the Naismith Memorial
Read MoreJeffrey Fialky Wins BusinessWest’s 11th Annual Alumni Achievement Award
SPRINGFIELD — At Thursday evening’s 19th annual 40 Under Forty event at the MassMutual Center, BusinessWest announced that Jeffrey Fialky,
Read MoreAusten Riggs Center to Screen Filmed Performance of ‘Awake in the Dark’
STOCKBRIDGE — Austen Riggs Center invites the public to an in-person screening of a filmed stage performance of Awake in
Read MoreCedar Chest Partners with Grow Food Northampton to Battle Hunger
NORTHAMPTON — For the fourth year in a row, Grow Food Northampton (GFN) and Cedar Chest, the anchor store in
Read MoreBerkshire Bank Employees Volunteer During Xtraordinary Week of Service
SPRINGFIELD — As part of Berkshire Bank’s signature week of community service, 700 employees volunteered with 31 nonprofits to help
Read MoreBaystate Health Welcomes CEO of Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
SPRINGFIELD — Dr. Kirk Taylor, president and CEO of the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC), and his team recently met
Read MoreAmerican International College Appoints Rob Kearney Director of Athletics
SPRINGFIELD — American International College (AIC) has named Rob Kearney to the position of director of Athletics, effective July 7.
Read MoreLocal Resident Surrenders 52 Cats to Second Chance Animal Services
EAST BROOKFIELD — Second Chance Animal Services has taken in 52 cats surrendered by a well-intentioned local resident who had
Read MoreMercy Medical Center Expands Access to Cutting-edge Cancer Trials in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Mercy Medical Center, through its affiliation with the US Oncology Network, is now conducting community-based clinical trials by
Read MoreMBK Hosts Final Leg of Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics
HOLYOKE — On June 4, Meyers Brothers Kalicka, P.C. (MBK) hosted a rally for the final leg of the Law
Read MoreState Marketplace Network Sounds Alarm on Potential Loss of Health Coverage
BOSTON — The congressional reconciliation bill and loss of federal tax credits would result in 16 million Americans losing health
Read MoreBerkshire Health Systems Honors Nine Employees
PITTSFIELD — As part of Employee Appreciation Month in May, Berkshire Health Systems recognized seven employees with annual CARE Awards
Read MoreBay Path University’s Master of Science in Nursing Program Receives Accreditation
LONGMEADOW — Bay Path University announced that its master of science in nursing (MSN) program has received initial five-year accreditation
Read MoreThird Annual WestMASSters Charity Event to Benefit Local Family in Need
WEST SPRINGFIELD — WestMASSters is an afternoon filled with yard games, such as cornhole, ladderball, and more. Teams compete to
Read MoreBoard of Early Education and Care Improves Access to Child Care Financial Assistance
NEEDHAM — The Board of Early Education and Care voted unanimously to improve access to Child Care Financial Assistance (CCFA)
Read MoreLiz Whynott Joins RIZE Massachusetts Foundation
BOSTON — RIZE Massachusetts Foundation, a nonprofit foundation solely dedicated to funding and collaborating on solutions to end the overdose
Read MoreAMA Adopts Policy Aimed at Ensuring Transparency in AI Tools Used in Medical Care
CHICAGO — As augmented intelligence tools continue to emerge in medical care, the American Medical Assoc. (AMA) adopted policy during
Read MoreSpringfield Dementia Friendly Coalition Unveils ‘Remember Us’ Quilt in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield Dementia Friendly Coalition’s “Remember Us” quilt, unveiled on June 10 at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior
Read MoreBaystate Franklin Medical Center Partners with Pioneer Women’s Health on Support Program
GREENFIELD — Together with Pioneer Women’s Health and the Center for Human Development, Baystate Franklin Medical Center is offering the
Read MoreNourish Wellness Café Expands to Eastworks
EASTHAMPTON — Nourish Wellness Café, known for its 100% organic, plant-forward menu, announced the opening of its second location at
Read MoreHolyoke Medical Center Awarded Health Care Equity Certification
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) has achieved the Joint Commission’s Health Care Equity Certification for excellence in its efforts
Read MoreHealth New England Shifts Coverage from Humira to Lower-cost Biosimilars
SPRINGFIELD — As part of its continued commitment to making healthcare more affordable and accessible, Health New England is shifting
Read MoreLiberty Bank Marks 200 Years by Donating to Springfield Nonprofit
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Liberty Bank turned 200 on May 4. Founded in 1825, the bank is committed to supporting the
Read MoreWebinar on June 25 to Update Proposed Biomass Plant in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — The Pioneer Valley Asthma Coalition has been working for 20 years to support families and decrease asthma rates.
Read MoreSpringfield City Library Collaborates with Tate Communicare to Expand Access
SPRINGFIELD — The Springfield City Library announced a new initiative to make library spaces and services more inclusive for all
Read MoreAMA President Urges Physicians to Turn Anger into Action
CHICAGO — American Medical Assoc. (AMA) President Dr. Bruce Scott recently delivered the final speech of his presidency to the
Read MoreBaystate Health Appoints Clara Guixa Chief Information and Digital Officer
SPRINGFIELD — Baystate Health announced that Clara Guixa has been appointed chief information and digital officer (CIO) effective June 2.
Read MoreChicopee to Announce Launch of Project Lifesaver
CHICOPEE — A press conference announcing the launch of Project Lifesaver, a new program for Chicopee residents, will take place
Read MoreSquare One Welcomes Peter Morales as Vice President of Operations
SPRINGFIELD — Square One, the region’s oldest and largest nonprofit organization serving children and families, recently welcomed Peter Morales to
Read MoreMiraVista Recognizes National Naloxone Awareness Day
HOLYOKE — For Friday, June 6, National Naloxone Awareness Day, MiraVista Behavioral Health Center is raising awareness of the life-saving
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