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UMass Memorial Medical Center, MA Department of Public Health and HHS partner to expand access to monoclonal antibody therapy to treat COVID-19 patients
July 14, 2021
Worcester, MA -- UMass Memorial Medical Center, the flagship academic medical center of UMass Memorial Health, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), announced today that it has expanded access to COVID-19 monoclonal antibody (mAb) treatments and will begin administering the therapies at its Hahnemann campus in Worcester.
Bravehearts Announce Vaccination Nation Promotion
July 9, 2021
Contatc: Dave Peterson
Worcester Bravehearts
info@worcesterbravehearts.com
508-438-3773
Fans Who Show Vaccination Cards Will Receive Free Tickets and Hats
In partnership with UMass Memorial Health, the Worcester Bravehearts have announced the debut of Vaccination Nation, a promotion where fans can earn a free Bravehearts ticket and hat simply by showing their COVID-19 vaccination card at a home game.
UMass Memorial Health- HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital announces $717k investment in local community initiatives to address social determinants of health
July 6, 2021
Leominster, Mass – UMass Memorial Health- HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital recently invested $717,000 to fund community-based initiatives aimed at tackling the urgent health challenges of food insecurity, substance abuse, and workforce development. To date, the hospital has committed more than $820,000 in resources, including emergency COVID response funding.
UMass Memorial Health- HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital announces $717k investment in local community initiatives to address social determinants of health
July 6, 2021
Leominster, Mass – UMass Memorial Health- HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital recently invested $717,000 to fund community-based initiatives aimed at tackling the urgent health challenges of food insecurity, substance abuse, and workforce development. To date, the hospital has committed more than $820,000 in resources, including emergency COVID response funding.
Health Systems Announce Commitment to Increase MWBE Spending by $1B to Improve Supplier Diversity & Build Community Wealth
June 9, 2021
Contact: Bich Ha Pham, Director, Communications & Policy, Healthcare Anchor Network, 202-559-1473 ext 3011, bpham@democracycollaborative.org
Contact: Lindsey Corey, Director, Communications, Health Care Without Harm and Practice Greenhealth, press@hcwh.org
UMass Memorial Health – Marlborough Hospital Awarded $300,000 Cummings Foundation Grant
June 7, 2021
Contact: Ellen Carlucci ellen.carlucci@umassmemorial.org 508-868-0879
UMass Memorial Health – Marlborough Hospital has been named a Ten Year Grant Recipient
Marlborough, MA—Marlborough Hospital is one of 140 local nonprofits to receive grants of $100,000 to $500,000 each through Cummings Foundation’s $25 Million Grant Program. The community hospital was chosen from a total of 590 applicants during a competitive review process. The hospital will receive $300,000 over ten years.
UMass Memorial Medical Center Becomes First to FORS
May 12, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Debora Spano
401-258-3081
debora.spano@umassmemorial.org
New fiber optic technology gives surgeons a safer picture during invasive procedures
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Collaborates with Ariadne Labs and UMass Memorial Health to Launch TeamBirth, an Initiative to Improve Maternal Care
May 11, 2021
Contact: Phil Tracey/philip_tracey@harvardpilgrim.org
Initiative will work to improve well-being of mothers across New England through stronger communication and shared decision-making
UMass Memorial Health and Worcester Red Sox Partner for the Health of Central Massachusetts’ Families
April 8, 2021
Contact:
Debora Spano
401-258-3081
debora.spano@umassmemorial.org
Bill Wanless
SVP of Communications
bwanless@woosox.com
Worcester Area Mission Society Joins UMass Memorial in Anchor Mission Work
March 16, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Becomes second organization in Worcester to pledge to redirect one percent of its investment portfolio toward community investment.
Dr. Brian Gibbs Named Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
December 2, 2020
Seasoned leader tasked to lead the organization’s diversity and inclusion transformation
UMass Memorial Health Care to hold Virtual Health Equity Open Forum
October 28, 2020
Worcester, Mass, - UMass Memorial Health Care, the largest system of care in Central Massachusetts and a member of America’s Essential Hospitals, is hosting its first-ever (virtual) Health Equity Open Forum tomorrow.
Harrington HealthCare System and UMass Memorial Health Care Approve Definitive Terms for Corporate Affiliation
September 23, 2020
SOUTHBRIDGE, MA (SEPTEMBER 23, 2020) – The Members of Harrington HealthCare System and the Board of Trustees of UMass Memorial Health Care announced today that both entities have reached agreement on definitive terms for a corporate affiliation. Harrington HealthCare announced in January 2020 that it was pursuing a corporate affiliation by UMass Memorial.
CommunityHELP Collaborates with Mass211, Aunt Bertha to Offer Support for Those Seeking COVID-19 Services
June 11, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nicole Capuano
Reliant Medical Group
UMass Memorial Health Care Names Kathleen Driscoll Chief Philanthropy Officer
March 5, 2020
Contact: Tony Berry
508-793-5394 (o)
anthony.berry@umassmemorial.org
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Harrington HealthCare System Enters Formal Negotiations with UMass Memorial Health Care for Acquisition Agreement
January 29, 2020
SOUTHBRIDGE, MA – The Members of Harrington HealthCare System voted last night in support of its Board and Strategic Executive Committee’s recommendation to formally enter into a Letter of Intent (LOI) with UMass Memorial Health Care to pursue an acquisition agreement.
UMass Memorial Health Care Announced New Leadership for its Behavioral Health
January 22, 2020
WORCESTER, Mass. – CommunityHELP (Health and Everyday Living Programs), an online resource that links individuals and families with government and charitable social service programs, now has more than 1,000 participating programs with claimed listings in its comprehensive database. This milestone is not the only accomplishment within the program’s reach. Next month CommunityHELP will have supported more than 20,000 searches by community members in need in just under 1-year.
Eric W. Dickson MD, MHCM, FACEP, Named as UMass Memorial Health Care President and Chief Executive Officer
February 6, 2013
Experienced Health Care Leader and Practicing Emergency Department Physician Brings Expertise and Community Knowledge
Exclusive Health Care Provider for the Worcester Red Sox.