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Lawrence, Mass. – While the holiday season is a time of joy for many, it can cause great struggle for those who are grieving. Recognizing that a sense of community, shared experiences and connection are especially important this time of year, Merrimack Valley Hospice has added support to cope with the holidays to its offerings of free grief support groups.

COVID-19 testing is available at all our Urgent Care locations by appointment.

Tufts Medical Center's Weight and Wellness patient describes her weight loss journey.

Poor diet. Lack of exercise. Genetics. Extra pounds. Everyone knows these are contributing factors to developing cardiac issues, but you might be surprised to learn that loneliness can also lead to heart disease.

View our tips on how to speak with your children about coronavirus.

Bernice Burkarth, MD named Physician of the Year and High Pointe House Precaution Suite earns Innovative Team Award.

In a year full of so much uncertainty, it is important to step back and remember what we are thankful for.

Tufts MC pledges $700,000 in grants to support community organizations’ economic mobility and stability efforts.

Call 978.937.6023 to schedule your mammogram.

Lawrence, Mass. (April 27, 2020) – Home Health Foundation, a Lawrence-based nonprofit organization providing essential home health and hospice care in all the places patients call home, and Lawrence General Hospital, an independent, nonprofit community hospital providing patient-centered, compassionate and high-quality health care, have teamed to bring enhanced palliative care to patients in the Merrimack Valley.

May the joy of this season live in your heart all year through.

As National Nurses Week comes to a close and we usher in National Hospital Week, please join us in honoring all those who have worked so hard to protect our community in this challenging year.

Jessica Cheung, PT, DPT, supervisor for inpatient rehabilitation services was named 2020 Employee of the Year by MelroseWakefield Healthcare at the company’s annual celebration on March 28, 2021.

During these days of the pandemic, hospitals, physician offices and healthcare facilities continue to safely treat patients with non-COVID-19 emergencies and time-sensitive medical needs, especially those with acute and chronic conditions.

In response to the state’s request to provide additional patient capacity in the region, Lowell General Hospital is working with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency and UMass Lowell to recreate an Alternative Care Site at UMass Lowell’s Campus Recreation Center.

Every spring for the last 20 years, thousands of people from across the Merrimack Valley have taken to the streets of downtown Lowell for TeamWalk for CancerCare, raising millions of dollars over that span to support cancer patients in need.

“Teddy Bear Clinic” calms hospital fears through play.

Uncertainty at the beginning of an infectious disease outbreak often leads to psychological reactions including stress, insomnia, anger and fear.

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Along with the joy of holiday lights, colorfully wrapped gifts and family get-togethers, there are often some challenges that accompany this time of year.