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UMass digital hub provides peek into future of remote patient management
When the University of Massachusetts Memorial Health in Worcester opened its digital hub last fall, it provided a glimpse of what the future o
Hospital at Home program assists new mothers, patients in need
Imagine recovering from a medical condition in the comfort of your own bed—no noisy beeping, no buzzing machines, no hospital roommates, and n
Worcester firefighter diagnosed with cancer following free screening
Worcester firefighter Ryan Kelley had a scab on his temple for two years that never really healed.
Local doctor discusses risks of RSV transmission as cases rise
Local health experts are warning about the possibility of a 'tridemic,' with cases of COVID-19, the flu and RSV all rising at the same time.
UMass Memorial Health nurses, health care workers ratify new contracts at hospitals
Roughly 2,770 nurses and health care workers at several hospitals in the UMass Memorial Health system have ratified new contracts in recent months, providing wage increases between 8% and 19.5%, depending on the facility and length of contract. “Every day, we are moved by the compassion, res
Doctors use experimental drug to save mother and son who accidentally ate ‘death cap’ mushroom
According to a CBS Boston report, doctors at UMass Memorial Medical Center were able to save the pair, though the woman, 63-year-old Kam Look, had to have a liver transplant. Dr. Stephanie Carreiro greeted Kai and Look when they arrived at UMass Memorial.
Amherst mother and son had life-threatening liver damage after eating poisonous wild mushroom
Kai Chen, 27, and his mother, Kam Look, 63, were both suffering from severe, life-threatening liver damage when they arrived at the hospital on Sept. 21, according to officials at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.
Flu season, respiratory syncytial virus spark 'tridemic' concerns
Medical experts are hoping to avoid what is being dubbed as a "tridemic" this winter. It would occur if the health care system sees a sharp rise in patients battling the flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Living a LifeFlight dream: UMass Memorial paramedic gets airborne to help save lives
When Jorge Yarzebski was a young boy, he dreamed of flying in a helicopter.
Worcester patient reunites with caregivers who saved his life
A Worcester man reunited Monday with the caregivers at UMass Memorial Medical Center who saved his life.
Meet the robot making a difference for local pediatric patients
Artificial intelligence may be considered an unfamiliar or impersonal presence in daily life, but UMass Memorial Health is using the power of AI to put a friendly face in its pediatric care unit.
Robin the Robot, programmed for smiles at UMass Memorial Medical Center
It's approximately 4 feet tall, has expressive eyes and a childlike voice that will melt your heart.
Its name is Robin, and it's the newest caregiver in pediatrics at UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus.
What Is Weight Bias, And How Does It Affect Medical Care?
Weight bias in medical care settings, which involves health care professionals stigmatizing and judging patients with the disease of obesity, is widespread. Obesity as a disease state leads to dangerous consequences for more than 40% of U.S. adults and 20% of U.S.
Community Healthlink C.A.R.E.S Club comes to Worcester East Middle
There is widespread concern about what the pandemic is doing to the mental health of adolescents. In Worcester, a new school-based program aims to address the issue. UMass Memorial Health’s Community Healthlink C.A.R.E.S. Club (Create. Achieve. Respect. Elevate.