Learn what hospice is and how it can improve the quality of life. Discover its myths, truths, and how it can provide comfort ...

Baystate Medical Center is proud to announce that it has once again been recognized with Magnet Recognition® by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)—marking its fifth consecutive ...

As the weather warms up, you'll see more mosquitoes. The tiny insects can be more than just an annoyance. While some mosquito bites will only itch, others can carry potentially dangerous illnesses, ...

That’s the number of people in the U.S. who die from lung cancer each year. Accounting for about 1 in 5 of all cancer deaths, lung cancer kills more people each year than breast, colon, and prostate ...

As of March 20, 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported 378 confirmed measles cases and two deaths in the United States. While nowhere near the current number of cases ...

While the term venous disease may not be familiar to many Americans, millions of them live with one. According to Kristen Steidler, a certified nurse practitioner with Baystate Vascular Services, ...

Cancer treatments have made significant strides in recent years, offering hope to many patients. However, these treatments can sometimes have unintended effects on cardiovascular health. Understanding ...

Fitch has affirmed Baystate Health’s credit rating of A+ and Negative Outlook. Baystate delivered first quarter results better than budget and at a breakeven operating margin with stronger volumes and ...

In 1997, Longmeadow resident Diane Gallan made her first gift to Baystate Health. Her dedication continued over the years, as she remained a steady supporter of local healthcare. A decade after her ...

Thanks in large part to donor support, renovations will begin on the Interfaith Chapel at Baystate Medical Center to create a more inclusive facility on campus. This is the first major renovation of ...

There are times, more often than not, when what someone finds in their breast—whether a lump, discharge, pain, or skin changes—isn’t cancer. But, until a diagnosis is made, it can be a very anxious ...