7 Steps to Healthier Joints
These seven steps will help preserve the cartilage you have, strengthen the muscles that support your joints, and help you live with greater mobility and less pain.
The Abortion Pill – Know the Facts
Mifepristone. The abortion pill. It seems as if every news channel and media outlet is talking about this medication these days. And for now, the U.S. Supreme Court has decided this medication will remain accessible to Americans.
So what is all the fuss about? Let’s break it down.
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Picnic Potato Salad
Try the perfect addition to your next picnic: a delicious and healthy potato salad. This refreshing salad is a delightful medley of flavors, combining the earthy taste of red potatoes, the zing of red onions, crisp green beans, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and the aromatic touch of fresh rosemary.
Serves 6...
Diabetes Patients Benefit From Practicing Mindfulness
Mindfulness helps people with diabetes manage stress, improve blood sugar control, and boost self-care — making daily challenges feel lighter and more balanced.
Summer Squash Sauté
This recipe takes about 10 minutes to cook, once you’ve cut all your vegetables. It’s a good dish to top pasta or serve with grilled chicken, lean beef, or salmon.
Ingredients
- 1 lb summer squash, green and yellow
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1...
Information Regarding Providers
UMass Memorial Health (the “Hospital Facility”) does not employ its own physicians to perform medical services. Each physician or other third-party provider, if any, bills for their own medical services and follows their own financial assistance and billing and collection procedures. Accordingly, the following services provided by the physicians or other third-party providers, are not covered by the...
Medicare Resource Center
Are you or a family member 65 or older and considering Medicare? UMass Memorial Health is here to support you every step of the way. If you have questions, our Medicare Resource Center can help by providing:
- Guidance on Medicare-related health plan questions and decision-making timelines
- Clear explanations of Original Medicare, Medicare Supplemental, and Medicare Advantage plans
- Information about all Medicare Advantage plans accepted by UMass Memorial Health
Community Resources
Good health depends on more than medical care. It also requires access to resources that support your daily health and well-being. The community resources on this page are here to help you find programs and services that support a safe, healthy, and fulfilling life.
- CommunityHELP: An online tool to search for local services that support health and social needs. You can search by zip code and category, such as food, healthcare, housing, transportation, childcare, education, and more. Many programs are free or low cost.
- Mass 211 Referral Line: Dial 2-1-1 or 877-211-6277 (TTY: 508-370-4890)
- Connecti...
The Cancer Center at Harrington Hospital - Southbridge Campus
55 Sayles Street,
Southbridge, MA 01550
508-764-2400
The Cancer Center at Harrington Hospital - Southbridge Campus
UMass Memorial Health – Harrington Community Benefits Program
At UMass Memorial Health – Harrington, we build stronger communities by providing education, outreach and services designed specifically for the people in our region. We collaborate with local organizations, neighborhood groups and businesses to develop and run programs for everyone in our community, including medically underserved populations.
We’ve designed our programs to address health inequities and other concerns that make it challenging to stay well. Our goals are to reduce health disparities, prevent chronic disease and empower residents to adopt healthier habits.
Our Programs
We help...