SMS Terms of Use
When you sign up for text (SMS) messages from UMass Memorial Health, you are signing up to receive text messages related to your relationship with UMass Memorial Health, including updates related to your visits, myChart account, one-time passcode, billing notifications, prescription reminders, and care management.
You can opt out of SMS messages by texting STOP to respective short code (text message). Your opt-out request will generate one final message confirming that you have been unsubscribed. You will no longer receive SMS messages from the short code you opted out from. If you want to join...
What Is Latent Autoimmune Diabetes?
Latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (LADA) is also called Type 1.5 diabetes. It’s a slow progression of the Type 1 diabetes autoimmune attack. The body produces antibodies causing it to attack and destroy insulin producing cells, leading to hyperglycemia (high blood glucose/blood sugar). Unlike Type 1 diabetes, the destruction progresses...
Global Online Meditation Community
Join us for free weekly sessions with a welcoming global community of mindfulness practitioners. Participants include graduates of our mindfulness programs and anyone interested in exploring meditation and mindful living.
Free Meditation Sessions
During these sessions, our experienced team members provide guided meditations as well as time for reflection and discussion. The meditations are in English, and one session per week is offered in Spanish. To enjoy full functionality and to see everyone in our worldwide community, we recommend using a desktop or laptop to attend, rather than a phone or...
Your Holiday Survival Guide for Diabetes
‘Tis the season for family, friends and food! Are you worried about the upcoming holiday party sabotaging your good efforts? It can be difficult not going overboard in the upcoming months, but here are a few tips for your ultimate holiday survival guide if you have diabetes or not.
These...
Prevent the Spreading of Infectious Conjunctivitis
Infectious conjunctivitis is common among children. With school back in session, it may be helpful knowing the symptoms of conjunctivitis, how to treat them and how long your child will be contagious.
Infectious conjunctivitis, also called pink eye, is a highly contagious infection of the conjunctiva, a clear membrane that...
Registration Confirmation 3-Day Online Retreat
Thank you for registering for this 3-day retreat.
** Please check your spam/junk folders for the emails listed below if they are not in your inbox. These emails have been sent to the email address you provided **
- An email with the specific details for the retreat (date, time, instructor) and a Zoom meeting room link
- An email from authorize.net with a receipt for your tuition payment
Pumpkin Meatballs
A fall twist to meatballs. Not only does adding pumpkin enhance the flavor, but it's also an excellent source of fiber and vitamin A, which is good for your vision, bones and skin.
Taking Care of Cuts and Scrapes
Cuts and scrapes are everyday occurrences, and most can be safely treated at home. Knowing how to clean and care for a cut yourself and when to seek a health care can help reduce infection and speed healing.
Roasted Winter Squash Soup
Warm soups are great on chilly nights. To make this roasted winter squash soup recipe gluten-free, use spices and broth that are gluten-free.
Serves 4
Roasted Winter Squash Soup Ingredients
- 2 or 3 butternut, acorn or Hubbard squash
- 2 garlic cloves
- A few sprigs of fresh thyme
- 2 T unsalted...
