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Silhouettes Salon holds Cut-A-Thon to benefit Walk of Champions
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April 24, 2013: On Saturday, April 27, Debbie Rozzen owner of Silhouettes Salon and her dedicated staff will donate their earnings and tips that day for all hair cuts, manicures and facials to raise funds for the Walk of Champions.
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D & D Fitness Factory holds Competition in Memory of Loved One
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April 24, 2013: D & D Fitness Factory a co-ed training facility in Ware will sponsor two special events to be held on Sunday, April 28; The Lift for Life and 5 K Road Race. Both events are held in memory of their family member Donna Goudreau.
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May 1 Blood Drive held at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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April 16, 2013: The community is invited to participate in an upcoming blood drive to be held Wednesday, May 1, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital on the Baystate Health Blood Donor Mobile.
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WALK ON...The Quabbin Reservoir set to Host the Eighth Annual Walk of Champions
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March 19, 2013: Once again the Goodnough Dike area of the Quabbin Reservoir will be filled with hundreds of people walking in honor or in memory of loved ones affected by cancer, all with the determination to make a difference in those affected by the disease.
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Sacred Gathering to be held for all those touched by cancer on April 21
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March 19, 2013: The community is invited to attend an interfaith service of prayer, music, and reflection for those touched by cancer to be held on Sunday, April 21 beginning at 2:00 pm at All Saints Church, 17 North Street in Ware.
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Restorative yoga classes to benefit breast cancer patients to begin March 20
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March 07, 2013: An eight-week restorative yoga class designed for breast cancer patients will be held on Wednesday evenings beginning March 20 and continue through May 8 from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm.
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Baystate Health Lifts Changes in Visitor Policy Implemented in January
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February 26, 2013: Normal visitation policy returns at all facilities
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Babysitter Academy to be held in April
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February 26, 2013: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital will sponsor a Babysitters Academy in during April school vacation to ready area youth for spring and summer babysitting responsibilities.
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Sugar: How much is too much?
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February 25, 2013: Our bodies rely on natural sugars to function, yet eating too much can lead to serious health issues.
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"Look Good...Feel Better" Program to be held at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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February 22, 2013: The Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and the American Cancer Society will present “Look Good…Feel Better,” a free program for area women on Tuesday, March 19, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital to host March 1 Blood Drive
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February 14, 2013: “During the winter months, blood donations decrease due to the inclement weather and illness,” said Suzanne Stockley, recruiter of the Baystate Health blood donor program. “All blood types are needed to ensure a safe and adequate blood supply is always available.”
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Keeping your heart healthy
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February 11, 2013: February is American Heart Month; a month to spread awareness about the importance of heart health. Each year, countless American families are impacted by heart disease and stroke.
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Important numbers to know for heart health
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February 05, 2013: High blood pressure is an easy disease to overlook. There are often no visible signs or physical symptoms. Because of this, it is important to have your blood pressure checked.
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The Quabbin Reservoir set to host Eighth Annual Walk of Champions
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January 29, 2013: Sunday, May 5, marks the eighth annual Walk of Champions. Once again the Goodnough Dike area of the Quabbin Reservoir will be filled with hundreds of people walking in honor or in memory of loved ones affected by cancer, all with the determination to make a difference in those affected by the disease.
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Her handy work for his healing hands
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January 25, 2013: Rebecca Sherman, of Palmer, was just 24 years old when she was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune condition. From the onset, she vowed that this progressive disease, which causes damage to joints with significant pain and swelling, would not keep her from being active.
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Lecture held in February to discuss GERD
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January 14, 2013: Most people get heartburn once in a while. If you have heartburn two or more times a week, you may have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a term used to describe chronic heartburn.
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Area women invited to lecture on menopause
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January 14, 2013: For years, menopause has been the subject of rumor and myth. Today, menopause is seen as a perfectly natural part of life. It's also known that menopause is an easy transition for some, and sometimes more difficult for others.
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Media Advisory: Flu Season Intensifies, Baystate Health Visitor Policy Changes
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January 10, 2013: Our community is seeing a high incidence of influenza infection. In order to protect its patients, guests and staff to the greatest extent possible from exposure to the flu virus, Baystate Health has adopted changes to its Visitors Policy.
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A New Year Resolution You Can Keep
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January 03, 2013: Studies suggest that 20% of resolutions are broken within the first week of January and at least 80% are broken within one year, and the actual figure is probably much higher.
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Your Best Defense is Still a Flu Shot
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December 27, 2012: It may seem too late in the season to worry about the flu vaccine, but health officials say that's not true.
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Emergency Physician Offers Snow Shoveling Safety Tips
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December 27, 2012: The winter season brings the cold weather, snow and a list of injuries that are common with the season, said Morris Leibowitz, MD, board certified Emergency Physician at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Announces Support Group Listing for 2012 - 2013
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December 26, 2012: Facing a major illness or stressful life change can be a daunting prospect. Although support and self-help groups can vary greatly, all groups share one thing in common, they are places where people can share personal stories, express emotions, and be heard in an atmosphere of acceptance, understanding, and encouragement. Facilitators and participants share information and resources and people in a support group strengthen and empower others as well as themselves. Baystate Mary Lane Hospital announces the 2012-2013 Support group listing:
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Conversation Group Meetings Held Monthly For Individuals with Communication Disorders
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December 18, 2012: A Conversation Group for people with aphasia and other communication or cognitive disorders meets monthly at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital. The group will provide a supportive meeting place for people with communication disorders to socialize and share their communication challenges and strategies.
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Get Heart Smart for the Holidays by Managing Your Blood Pressure
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December 17, 2012: Ware, MA (December 17, 2012) -With the holiday season upon us, it is important to continue to monitor your health, especially your blood pressure. According to the American Heart Association, although your blood pressure may rise for a short time while you're feeling stressed, stress is not a proven cause of high blood pressure. It’s how you respond to stress, like smoking, drinking alcohol, sleeping poorly, and eating salty junk food that can raise your blood pressure.
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SNAPSHOT - Jeffrey Gutterman, MD
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December 17, 2012: How long you been an emergency room physician at BMLH? I have been an emergency room physician with BMLH ER for over 12 years working nights from the start. Why did you become an emergency room physician? I grew up in a health care family. I certainly felt that I too wanted to help others but I also wanted a broad area of practice which I found in Emergency Medicine. It is a specialty that for me is quite dynamic and often provides more immediate results.
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Local Artist’s Donation Has Great Meaning
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November 21, 2012: Art has been a part of Paulette Charpentier life for over 20 years. From the time she took her first class in watercolor painting, it was apparent that she had a great gift. A resident of Ware, Charpentier has since been a featured artist at special events and craft shows throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties. Her vibrant work is easily recognizable as it often features area landmarks and local scenes.
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Winter Health Survival Guide
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November 20, 2012: Winter is quickly approaching and along with it come the changes in weather, temperature and the amount of light during the day, all which can have physical and psychological effects on your body that can also impact your overall health.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Offers 30-Minute ER Pledge
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October 25, 2012: The mission of the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Emergency Department is to provide exceptional timely care. With our new 30-minute pledge, our goal is for a provider to see every patient within 30 minutes of their arrival at our facility.
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Happy Healthy Halloween
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October 22, 2012: Halloween is only one night, but for many it’s a holiday that leads to temptation that could last a month.
“While it’s ok to occasional indulge in the bite side treats that Halloween offers, there is always the risk that one treat can lead to many,” said Dr Kirti Nagpal, BMP-Quabbin Pediatrics. “Eventually, we find ourselves with unintentional weight gain and it’s not even Thanksgiving yet!”
The smaller than a full size bar offer built-in portion control for children and adults but the trick is to stop after one. The average fun size candy bar is 100 calories, these popular fun-size treats can add up quickly. “It's far too easy to eat four of five "little" candies, that can easily add up to 400 or 500 calories in no time,” said Dr. Nagpal.
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Fall and winter months can increase your exposure to the common cold
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October 11, 2012: The common cold is one of the most prevalent illnesses, leading to more doctor visits and absences from school and work than any other illness every year.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital moves BMC satellite Hematology Oncology unit to expanded space
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September 25, 2012: The Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital has expanded and relocated its outpatient care and infusion services. The new space, formerly the Women & Infants Unit, located on the 4th floor of the hospital, now offers an enhanced area where experts from the Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Baystate Medical Center continue to provide convenient access to comprehensive cancer care, clinical trials and a multidisciplinary team approach to cancer care locally in Ware.
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Thinking about a flu shot, children need annual flu vaccines too
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September 14, 2012: Each year millions of people suffer from the cough, fever, aches, and pains caused by the flu, a highly contagious infection. While it may seem to early to think about flu season, now is the time to get vaccinated against contagious respiratory illness.
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The benefits of breakfast for children
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September 10, 2012: Dr. Kirti Nagpal, Pediatrician with BMP Quabbin Pediatric offers information about the importance of a eating a healthy breakfast.
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Prevention is best way to combat mosquito-borne illness
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September 07, 2012: Dr. Richard Gerstein, Chair of Emergency Medicine at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital alerts community members to the continued risk of mosquito-borne (arboviral) illnesses, such as those caused by West Nile virus (WNV) and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus.
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The Baystate Mary Lane Hospital welcomes Dr. Oscar Martinez to its OB-GYN Practice
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August 24, 2012: BPM Mary Lane OB/GYN is pleased to welcome Dr. Oscar Martinez to their team. Dr. Martinez joins Dr. Mohammed Ahmed, Chair of Ob/Gyn services and Lisa Beaudry, Certified Nurse Midwife in providing a full range of comprehensive care to women in the many communities served by Baystate Mary Lane Hospital.
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Ensuring a safe sports season
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August 15, 2012: Dr. Joseph Lellman’s lifelong involvement in sports drew him to orthopedics and orthopedic surgery.
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Port–a-boards aids emergency preparedness team
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August 07, 2012: When it comes to disaster planning, the question is not if a disaster will strike, but when. “Be it the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the historic October snowstorm that dumped more than a foot of snow and left area communities without power and closed many roads, or the threat of a pandemic flu outbreak the are many reasons for preparing for the unexpected,” said Bart Monopoli, Manager of Engineering at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and Chair of the hospital Emergency Preparedness Committee.
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Hand, foot and mouth disease seen in area children
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August 03, 2012: Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, a mild, contagious viral infection common in young children is characterized by sores in the mouth and a rash on the hands and feet.
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Heat Exhaustion and Heatstroke: What You Should Know
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July 26, 2012: Heat exhaustion is the most common heat-related condition which is most likely to occur in people who are involved in physical activity outdoors during the summer heat.
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What it takes to be a top performer
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July 10, 2012: Results show that Baystate Mary Lane Hospital consistently ranks high in patients’ assessment of and satisfaction with the overall quality of their care, scoring higher than national and state averages and consistently higher than many other hospitals in the region.
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Water Safety a Top Priority for the Summer
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June 28, 2012: Drowning can happen any time of year, but it is important to be particularly vigilant during warmer months when the number of drownings skyrockets.
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Leaves of Three – What you need to know about the perils of Poison Ivy
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June 21, 2012: Coming into contact with poison ivy, oak, or sumac can really put a damper on your enjoyment of the summertime.
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Emergency Physician offers tips to reduce your risk of tick-borne disease
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June 20, 2012: While it is a good idea to take preventive measures against ticks year-round, be extra vigilant now and through September when ticks are most active.
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Emergency Medical Technician Basic Training Program to begin in September
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June 15, 2012: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital will partner Quality EMS Educators, Inc. to offer a Basic Emergency Medical Technical Program to be held at the hospital this fall. Classes will be held Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:00-10:00 pm beginning September 10, 2012 and will include 150 hours of class time and 10 hours of observation time in the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Emergency Room.
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Dr. Barry Rodstein, Physiatrist, joins Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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June 05, 2012: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital announces that physiatrist, Barry Rodstein, MD, MPH, has joined the medical staff providing outpatient care in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Spinal Cord Medicine at the hospital.
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Hospital Employee returns to work after serving in Afghanistan
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May 17, 2012: Keir Darcey recently returned to his position as a respiratory therapist at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital after serving a 14-month tour of duty with his unit in the Massachusetts Army National Guard, including an 11-month deployment to Afghanistan.
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Walk of Champions raised $77,400 for Cancer Care
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May 11, 2012: Record 1200 joined Walk of Champions to raise $77,400 in support of Cancer Care at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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Blood Pressure Screening Offered Mornings by Emergency Department Team
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May 11, 2012: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Emergency Department will offer blood pressure screenings daily between the hours of 6:00 am and 9:00 am, seven days a week.
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Program to discuss bathroom and kitchen safety
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April 04, 2012: Most falls happen at home. Kitchens and bathrooms, two of the highest traffic areas in the home, can also be two of the most dangerous areas. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help make your home safe, prevent falls, and remain independent.
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Dr. Thomas, Gastroenterologist joins Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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March 23, 2012: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital welcomes Dr. T. K. Thomas to its medical staff. As a fellowship-trained gastroenterologist, he specializes in the diagnoses, treatment, and management of digestive system disorders in men and women.
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Dr. Mark Peterman Presents Pre-Hospital Treatment of Acute MI to EMS providers in March
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March 12, 2012: Dr. Mark Peterman will present Pre-Hospital Treatment of Acute MI to area Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers on Wednesday, March 28, as part of the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Continuing Education program for EMS providers. The lecture will begin at 6:30 pm and will be held in the Main Conference Room located on the 2nd floor of the hospital and is open to area EMTs, EMT-I and Paramedics.
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Dr. Ahmed named Chief Operating Officer of Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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March 01, 2012: M. Shafeeq Ahmed, MD, has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Baystate Mary Lane Hospital. In his role as COO, he will be responsible for the oversight of day-to-day operations of the hospital. Dr. Ahmed will continue in his current role as Chief Medical Officer of the Baystate Health Eastern Region; and he will also continue to have a clinical presence with the BMP - Mary Lane OB/GYN group in Ware.
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The Quabbin Reservoir set to Host Seventh Annual Walk of Champions
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February 10, 2012: Ware, MA (February 10, 2012) - Sunday, May 6, marks the seventh annual Walk of Champions, and once again the Goodnough Dike area of the Quabbin Reservoir will be filled with hundreds of people walking in honor or in memory of loved ones affected by cancer, all with the determination to make a difference in those affected by the disease.
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Dr. Matthew Brackman, Surgeon to present Abdominal Trauma to EMS providers in February
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February 03, 2012: Ware, MA (February 3, 2012) – Surgeon, Dr. Matthew Brackman will present Abdominal Trauma to area EMS providers on Wednesday, February 22 as part of the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital EMT Continuing Education program. The lecture will be held in the Main Conference Room located on the 2nd floor of the hospital and is open to area EMTs, Intermediates and Paramedics.
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Vitamins and Nutrition lecture offered to area women
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January 26, 2012: It’s a New Year! Are you focusing on eating right, exercising, and taking your vitamins this year?
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Keeping your New Year resolution all year long
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January 26, 2012: A New Year, a new you. Many begin a new year by making resolutions to improve their health. The fact is four out of five people who made New Year’s resolutions will eventually break them; a third won’t even make it to the end of January. Often even with the best of intentions, many goals get put aside as the month passes.
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Dr. Morris Leibowitz to present Advanced Toxicology in January
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January 19, 2012: – Emergency Room physician, Dr. Morris Leibowitz will kick off the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital 2012 EMT Continuing Education program as he presents Advanced Toxicology on Wednesday, January 25 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The lecture will be held in the Main Conference Room located on the 2nd floor of the hospital and is open to area EMTs, Intermediates and Paramedics.
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Destination Rehabilitation
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January 19, 2012: What does a high school soccer player, a retired school principal who loves to play tennis, and a loyal Red Sox fan have in common?
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Aphasia Conversation Group to begin meeting in January
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December 28, 2011: Ware, MA (December 23, 2011) - A Conversation Group for people with aphasia will begin meeting at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital in January. The group will provide a supportive meeting place for people with aphasia to socialize and share their communication challenges and strategies.
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Label Reading to be topic for January Diabetes Support Group meeting
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December 21, 2011: Labels are required by the federal government on all packaged and processed food, said Alicia Walter, MS RD, LDN, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Educator at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital. But buyer beware, often what is on the front of the package is designed to get the product in our shopping carts. Reading the nutritional label on the back of the product is the best way to make healthy food choices while you are shopping.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital’s Echocardiography Lab Receives Accreditation
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December 20, 2011: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital announces that its echocardiography lab has been awarded a two-year term of accreditation from the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL).
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EMS Training impacts area communities
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December 13, 2011: For many, the sound of the ambulance siren is a warning that something is wrong. At the same time, the sound of sirens can be comforting because it means help is on the way.
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Smart and Safe Snow Removal
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December 07, 2011: Ware, MA (December 7, 2011) - With winter now upon us, soon many will be shoveling snow to clear their sidewalks and driveways. While most people recognize that snow shoveling is very hard work, and can put severe stress on your heart, fewer people recognize the stress and strain that it also places on your back.
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Maintain your health during the Holiday Season
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December 06, 2011: With the holiday season upon us, it is important to continue to monitor our health, especially with the stress of holiday shopping and all its activities.
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Dr. Gutterman to present to EMS providers in November
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November 18, 2011: As part of Baystate Mary Lane Hospital’s (BMLH) monthly continuing education program for emergency medical services (EMS) personnel, Dr. Jeffrey Gutterman will present will present Life Threatening Cardio-Thoracic Emergencies on Wednesday, November 30. This lecture will be held from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in the Main Conference Room, located on the 2nd floor of the hospital.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital to host December Blood Drive
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November 18, 2011: This holiday season give the greatest gift of all, the gift of life. The community is invited to participate in an upcoming blood drive to be held Monday, December 12, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital on the Baystate Health Blood Donor Mobile. The bloodmobile will be parked in the hospital’s North (visitors) parking lot, located at 85 South Street in Ware.
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The Calm in Any Storm
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November 17, 2011: One of the true measures of an organization is how it deals with a crisis.
Clearly it takes more than an early season blizzard and power outage to slow us down. Baystate Mary Lane Hospital employees plowed through last weekend's snowstorm, covering extra shifts to ensure their hospital was safe for patients and visitors.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital receives Quality Achievement Award
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November 14, 2011: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award. The award recognizes Baystate Mary Lane Hospital’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of stroke care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted standards and recommendations.
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Funds from Ride for Randi Purchase Infusion Chair
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November 10, 2011: The oncology suite at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital has purchased a new infusion chair thanks to a generous donation made from the Ride for Randi Foundation.
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The Business of Giving - Shirley Batsie Memorial Rose Sale
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November 03, 2011: Once again Michele Lariviere, owner of Otto Florist and Gifts located on Main Street in Ware set out in September to conduct the 13th annual Shirley Batsie Memorial Rose Sale. The Rose Sale continues to further the vision of the late Shirley Batsie; to provide a lifeline of comfort for patients and families while at the hospital for their cancer treatment.
Despite seemingly never ending obstacles, Lariviere was determined to continue to hold the annual fundraiser which to date has raised over $200,000 in support of Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Mary Lane Hospital. This year’s Rose Sale raised $7745.
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Healthy Holiday Eating for Diabetics
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November 02, 2011: Tips for People with Diabetes and Others Trying To Eat Healthy During the Holiday Season - The Holiday season, it is quickly approaching. Many diabetics look ahead to the holiday season with mixed feelings, so much great food, but so many diet restrictions.
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Carbon Monoxide –Prevent CO poisoning by following a few life-saving tips
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November 02, 2011: The surprise Nor’easter and freezing cold weather that blanketed western Massachusetts, leaving many without power and living in cold homes for days, serves as a reminder of the risks of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning when trying to keep warm.
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Dr. Loke joins Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital.
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October 07, 2011: Chandravathi Loke, MD, faculty member of the Baystate Medical Practices Division of Hematology and Oncology has joined the medical staff providing care at the Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital in Ware.
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Community primary care physicians - your connection to good health
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October 07, 2011: Though there continues to be a shortage of primary care physicians across the nation, Dr. Muhammad Gul, Dr. Ronald Beauzile, Dr. Anuja Garg, and Dr. Mario Lysse, have no shortage of enthusiasm for primary care as a medical specialty
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Restorative yoga classes to benefit breast cancer patients
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September 28, 2011: An eight-week restorative yoga class, designed for breast cancer patients will be held on Wednesday evenings beginning October 12 and continue through December 7, from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Classes will be held at The Centered Place Yoga Studio, located at 286 Bridge Street in Warren, and will be taught by co-owner, Nancy Nowak, R.Y.T., certified and registered yoga teacher and yoga therapist.
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Matthew R Brackman, MD, surgeon joins Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Staff
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September 28, 2011: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital welcomes general surgeon, Matthew R Brackman, MD to its Medical Staff.
Dr. Brackman brings a wealth of surgical and medical expertise to our hospital, he is a great addition to our medical staff,” said Dr. Mohammed Ahmed, Chief Medical Officer of BMLH and BH Eastern Region. “His training and experience will be a great asset to our patients who need emergency or routine surgical care as we continue our mission to meet the needs of patients in our community.”
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital recognized as Top Performer by Joint Commission
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September 16, 2011: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital was named one of the nation’s top performers on Quality Key Measures by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in America.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital President to Retire
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September 16, 2011: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital’s president, Joan C. Sullivan announced her plans to retire at the end of this year. Citing her desire to start a new chapter in her life after 30 years in healthcare, Sullivan will step down from her leadership role at the community hospital later this fall.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital expands outpatient cardiology services, welcoming Drs. Cook and Marantz
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September 08, 2011: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital announces that Dr. James R. Cook and Dr. Thomas M. Marantz, are now providing outpatient non-invasive cardiology services as part of a growing multi-specially group. They will be providing cardiology care at Baystate Medical Practices-Quabbin Adult Medicine located at Suite 3 at the hospital.
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“Look Good……Feel Better” Program to be held at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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September 01, 2011: The Baystate Regional Cancer Program at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and the American Cancer Society will present “Look Good…Feel Better,” a free program for area women on Thursday, September 29 from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 pm in the Main Conference Room.
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The Truth About PMS
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September 01, 2011: Dyanne Tappin, MD, obstetrician/gynecologist at Baystate Medical Practices-Mary Lane OB/Gyn providing a full range of gynecological and obstetric care to women of all ages shares expert advise on PMS and PMDD.
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Two New Hips, a Happy Outcome
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August 30, 2011: Susan Ledoux spent all day Monday in Boston helping her son move. “Seven months ago I could have never done this,” said Ledoux.
When Ledoux arrived for her first appointment with Dr. Joseph Lellman, orthopedic surgeon at BMP- Mary Lane Orthopedics, who specializes in total joint reconstruction at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital, she was using a collection of items to navigate throughout the day including a cane, wheelchair, and a walker.
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Team Wloch Plans September 18 Cycling Event to Support Local Cancer Care
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August 11, 2011: Ed Wloch, EMT-P, a Paramedic for the Ware Fire Department and his wife Cindy have been a team for years. “29 years to be exact,” said Cindy Wloch. “And it was love at first sight!” Smiling as she reflects on Ed proposing over a competitive game of Pacman, many years ago. In addition to their longtime commitment to each other, Ed and Cindy share a love for their community and a passion for cycling.
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Dr. Mario Lysse, Primary Care Physician joins Baystate Mary Lane Hospital and Quabbin Adult Medicine
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August 08, 2011: Dr. Mario Lysse has joined the Baystate Medical Practice, Quabbin Adult Medicine as a primary care physician, providing care at both Quabbin Adult locations: 95 Sargent Street in Belchertown and at the practice located at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital in Ware.
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Diabetes A1C Champion Program to be held at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital in September
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August 05, 2011: Alicia Walter, MS, RD, LDN, Clinical Dietitian and Nutrition Educator at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital, will present the Hemoglobin A1C Champion Program on Wednesday, September 7, from 5:00 to 6:00 pm.
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Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Awarded Accreditation from the Joint Commission
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July 18, 2011: The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations recently conducted an accreditation survey of Baystate Mary Lane Hospital. The purpose of the survey is to evaluate the quality and safety of patient care and the safety of the environment in which care is provided.
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New Support Groups Offered at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital
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July 15, 2011: Facing a major illness or stressful life change can be a daunting prospect. Support groups bring together people facing similar issues and can help them to cope better and feel less isolated by making connections with others facing similar challenges Camille St.Onge, LICSW, Oncology Social Worker at Baystate Mary Lane Hospital announces the follow new support groups have formed to support patients, family members, caregivers and friends experiencing a cancer diagnosis:
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Helping Families Move Toward a Healthy Life
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July 14, 2011: Childhood overweight and obesity is a significant health problem facing families today. Many parents feel overwhelmed by the problem and don’t know where to start.
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Exercise Tips That Can Help Lower Your Cholesterol
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July 08, 2011: There's a link between exercise and your cholesterol levels. Clinical Laboratory Scientist and avid runner John Olinski offers tips on how to lower your Cholesterol.
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Partnership results in new Bunker Gear Rack for Firefighters
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June 28, 2011: BMLH Engineering and Carpenter contribute effort to build a rack for Ware firefighter gear.
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Emergency Medical Technician Basic Training Program to begin at BMLH in September
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May 27, 2011: Baystate Mary Lane Hospital will partner Quality EMS Educators, Inc. to offer a Basic Emergency Medical Technical Program to be held at the hospital this fall. Classes will be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00-10:00 pm beginning September 27, 2011 and will include 150 hours of class time and 10 hours of observation time in the Baystate Mary Lane Hospital Emergency Room.
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BMLH CT Services Earn National Accreditation
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May 26, 2011: BMLH receives highest level accreditation of image quality and patient safety.
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Mary Lane Ob-Gyn Announces Extended Office Hours
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February 07, 2011: The practice will now offer early morning and evening appointments for the convenience of women with busy lifestyles.
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Girl Talk, When to Make That First Gyn Visit
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January 03, 2011: Mary Lane OB/GYN physicians recommend annual visits for young women 13 and up.
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Quabbin Pediatrics Joins Nationwide Study with the American Academy of Pediatrics
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April 20, 2010: Study tests the effectiveness of a program to improve pediatric office services by helping parents quit smoking and reducing children’s exposure to secondhand smoke.
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