Health & Wellness
Celebrating National Breastfeeding Month
Research indicates that breastfeeding can significantly reduce the risk of various health issues in both infants and mothers, including respiratory infections, allergies, and certain cancers in mothers.
North Adams Regional Receives Critical Access Hospital Designation
The designation was granted on July 31 and is retroactive to July 12.
Big Y Closes Delis for Deep Clean
Big Y Supermarkets is closing its deli counters for deep cleaning after an outbreak of listeria in one of the meat brands it sells.
MCLA Radiologic Technology Maintains 100% Employment
MCLA became the teach-out partner for Southern Vermont College's (SVC) Radiologic Sciences program in 2019, following SVC's closure.
Senator Warren Hears Power of Health Care for Uninsured
Warren said equitable access to health care also helps economically, as more people can work to support themselves, help their own families, and manage themselves and others.
BFAIR Appoints Director of Employee Development
Berkshire Family and Individual Resources has appointed Noelle Crawford as the new director of learning and employee development.
Fairview Hospital Receives Awards for Stroke Care
Fairview Hospital has been twice recognized for its stroke care by the Paul Coverdell National Acute Stroke Program of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
Brien Center Announces New President & CEO
The Brien Center, the leading provider of behavioral health services in Berkshire County, announces the appointment of Diana L. Knaebe as its new president and CEO effective July 1.
SVMC Recognized for Excellence in Emergency Nursing
The Kendall Emergency Department at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center has been selected as a recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association's 2024 Lantern Award for demonstrating excellence in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research performance.
County Ambulance Recognized for Quality Cardiac, Stroke Care
Mission: Lifeline EMS is the American Heart Association's national initiative to advance the system of care for patients with high-risk, time-sensitive disease states, such as severe heart attacks and strokes.
BMC Community Pharmacy Recognized for Quality Care
The Berkshire Community Pharmacy at Berkshire Medical Center has achieved accreditation by Accreditation Commission for Health Care, citing the quality of its Specialty Pharmacy Services.
United Counseling Service Wins Wellness Award
This award is presented each year to organizations across the state that make employee wellness a priority.
County Cornhole Tour for Seniors Stops in Adams
Today, the backyard sport has a presence on national television, merchandise ranging from boards to customized beanbags and partnerships with organizations like the Boys and Girls Clubs and Special Olympics.
Berkshire Harm Reduction Sets Open House at New Site
Berkshire Harm Reduction will hold an open house to show off its new Pittsfield location and to provide the public with an opportunity to learn more about its work addressing a critical community need.
Fairview Hospital Will Honor Gov. Healey at Gala
The event is a major fundraiser for Fairview Hospital, Berkshire Health Systems' 25-bed critical access hospital in Great Barrington.
New Fairview Hospital Leadershp Announced
Scibelli, currently the Vice President of Operations and Chief Administrative Officer at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, will begin his new leadership role at Fairview in early September. Emmett Schuster, Interim Vice President of Fairview, will be present to support the hospital during the transitional period.
SVMC Summer Gala Raises $1.5M for New Cancer Center
The event, which hosted nearly 400 people, broke all previous fundraising records in support of building a new regional cancer center at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC).
Two Berkshire Beaches Closed, One for Bacterial Exceedance
Two Berkshire beaches are closed for swimming ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.
Essential Tips for Keeping Your Family Safe Around Water
As the days grow warmer, people of all ages are heading to lakes, streams, beaches and pools to find relief from the heat. While it’s easy to get swept up in all the fun that swimming, boating, and floating provide, it’s important to remember that it’s not without risk.
Letter: Cancer Survivor Month
June has a special significance for members of our community: it's the start of summer, end of school for students and teachers, and at the Phelps Cancer Center, we celebrate National Cancer Survivor Month.
BCC Respiratory Care Program Gains Popularity
BHS Talent Pipeline lends support; enrollment cap increased to meet demand
MassDEP Air Quality Advisory Continues
Air quality is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
TriTown Connector Expands with Late Night Hours
The late night OWL service will also be open to everyone, including anyone coming home late from a night out, or service and hospitality industry workers coming home from night shifts.
Destination Better Health Offers Programs at Fairview
The program is designed to raise awareness through education and exposure to topics of interest to the community. The schedule includes morning, midday and afternoon programming and all events are free of charge.
