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What seemed like a simple decision at the time may have ended up saving Melissa Shirtcliff’s life.

Jody White to remain CEO.

From icy sidewalks and heavy snow to the latest respiratory virus, winter in New England isn’t always postcard perfect.

In response to the long-lasting and substantial social and economic consequences facing Boston residents as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, Tufts Medical Center is launching a competitive grant program to community-based organizations serving the Chinatown and local Asian community, Dorchester, South End and South Boston, starting in July, 2021.

No one would have been surprised if this year’s Lowell General Hospital Sun Santa Themed Basket Raffle fell a little short of expectations. After all, the baskets could not be viewed in person and the annual festive drawing was done without an audience.

MelroseWakefield Healthcare is grateful for the overwhelming outreach by our community friends, businesses, schools, families and colleagues who have asked how can they help and support our healthcare providers during this time.

When Justin Williams, 28, walked into his local emergency room in October of 2018, he was shocked to learn that the pain he was experiencing was not from the minor car accident he was in the day before. The physicians suspected cancer.

The most pressing health issues across Greater Lowell include mental health, chronic health and wellness and substance use, according to the 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA).

The CME Program at Lowell General Hospital was awarded ACCME Accreditation with Commendation for demonstrating excellence in compliance in all Accreditation Criteria and accreditation policies. Lowell General Hospital's accreditation term ends on March 28, 2029. Lowell General Hospital received approval from the American Board of Medical Specialties (“ABMS”) to award Maintenance of Certificate (MOC) credits for all CME programs and events. This is in addition to the AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s).

Tufts Medical Center patient, triathlete overcomes brain aneurysm to complete Ironman competition.

Tufts Medical Center has named an interim Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. John Wong.

MelroseWakefield Hospital officially began administering the COVID-19 vaccine to frontline workers working directly with COVID patients last Wednesday afternoon.

With the need for funds greater than ever, the public is invited to participate in a virtual silent auction.

Tufts Medical Center Director of Child Life Services, Andrea Colliton, offers ten tips to help make children’s life at home feel a little more normal during this abnormal time.

At 5-foot-8 and 295 pounds, Scott Strainge knew his weight was a contributing factor to his health issues. He was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes eight years ago, which eventually progressed to a point where he needed seven different medications a day to keep his blood sugar and blood pressure under control.

After hearing a news story about a young person who donated a kidney to someone in need, the idea of organ donation started swirling around in Jake’s head. Almost 10 years later, that idea turned into reality.

View resources that can be used to relax and reduce stress during the coronavirus.

The Tufts Medical Center Hospice and Palliative Medicine (HPM) Fellowship accepts applicants who have completed any of the accredited primary residencies.

Three North Shore nurses who have spent much of the last year treating COVID-19 patients will get a well-deserved, and coveted, respite this weekend.