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Baystate Children's Hospital ranked among nation's best for diabetes treatment
SPRINGFIELD – Baystate Children's Hospital has been ranked in pediatric diabetes and endocrinology in U.S. News & World Report's 2013-14 Best Children's Hospitals rankings.
The Springfield chil...
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Red Cross to host July blood drives
GREATER SPRINGFIELD — The American Red Cross will host several community blood drives during the month of July. All eligible and new blood donors are encouraged to give blood. Blood donors are n...
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Fireworks pose serious safety risks
SPRINGFIELD — Fireworks, which date back to as early as 200 B.C. in China, have long been used for a variety of celebratory reasons - from military victories to public gatherings to commemorate ...
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Marathon bombings highlight need for emergency preparedness
By Paul Biddinger, M.D. and Mary-Elise Manuell, M.D.
PhysicianFocus@mms.org

The bombings at the Boston Marathon in April were a stark reminder tha...
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Baystate physician: With arrival summer heat, public must be cautious
SPRINGFIELD – The summertime heat has returned, and along with it for those having fun in the sun or working outdoors comes the risk of heat-related illnesses.
As with many illnesses, the best ...
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Whitaker to speak at Delta Sigma Theta scholarship luncheon
SPRINGFIELD – Dr. Shirley Whitaker is a kidney specialist who delivers her messages on health over the radio airways, at church functions, at public fundraising events and even through her own a...
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Holyoke Medical receives CAP accreditation
HOLYOKE – Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) is pleased to announce that it recently received accreditation from the College of American Pathologists (CAP) based on the results of a rigorous on-site i...
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