Health & Wellness
Williamstown Board Lifts Condemnation Order on Residence
The Board of Health on Tuesday rescinded an order of condemnation for a residence on Longview Terrace after praising the work done by the owner's family to make the home habitable.
General Surgeon Brett Matthews Joins North Adams Regional Hospital
Matthews is accepting new patients in need of general surgery and surgical endoscopy services. He serves North and Central Berkshire patients at the Berkshire Surgical offices in Pittsfield and North Adams.
BHS Pledges Support for The First, a New Resource Center in Pittsfield
BHS has pledged $300,000 over two years to support the project's start-up costs, with a portion of the pledge being designated as matching funds to encourage giving from other local individuals and organizations.
BRPC to Hold Wellness Clinic in Dalton
The clinic will be open from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on June 26, July 24, and Aug. 28, to give individuals personalized health consultations, including medication reviews, blood pressure checks, and lifestyle advice.
BHS Honors Nine Employees with CARE Awards and Providers of the Year Recognition
CARE Awards celebrate the health system's core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence, and employees who were honored work across the system at Berkshire Medical Center, Fairview Hospital, North Adams Regional Hospital, and BMC and Fairview Provider Practices.
Do Your Shoes Matter for Hiking and Running?
Your feet are full of bones, joints, muscles and nerves. But you probably aren't paying as much attention to them as you should, especially when it comes to footwear.
BHS's Berkshire Medical Center Earns an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade
Spring 2025 grade is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety??
Berkshire Community College Graduates Physical Therapist Assistants
Berkshire Community College graduated six physical therapist assistants during an intimate ceremony on Thursday.
Williamstown Board of Health Endorses Smoking Ban Proposal
The Board of Health on Monday voted to "strongly support" the passage of a town meeting warrant article that would ban smoking in much of the town's multi-family housing stock.
Concert-Presentation on Mental Illness Through Music Scheduled in Pownal
Admission to the program is free.
Casita Restaurant to Host Community Choke Saver Class
In partnership with Berkshire Community College (BCC), Casita will offer a comprehensive class covering the identification of choking signs in adults, children, and infants.
BHS Appoints Two Community Leaders to Board of Trustees
BHS announced the election of Ashley Benson, MSW, LICSW, and Matthew Lauro of Mountain One Bank to the BHS Board of Trustees.
Dr. Curtiss Joins Gastroenterology Professional Services at North Adams Regional Hospital
Dr. Curtiss Joins Gastroenterology Professional Services: Providing Gastroenterology Services at North Adams Regional Hospital
Lenox Library to Host Program on Perimenopause and Menopause
Rivest's presentation will cover the topics of perimenopause and menopause.
GE Plans for PCB Removal Gets OK
Approximately 75 percent to 80 percent of the material to be removed from the river will be transported hydraulically without the need for any trucks.
Tips for Safely Tackling Spring Cleaning
As spring approaches, the urge to freshen up living spaces is hard to resist. As eager as we are to toss this or purge that, it’s important to approach tasks wisely to avoid injury from exertion or repetitive motion.
Anahata Schoolhouse is Offering a New Program for the Community
Garivaltis has been a leader in ayurveda for 25 years and taught for 12 years at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Strockbridge.
MCLA to Hold Annual Undergraduate Research Conference
This year's keynote speaker is MCLA alumnus Bentley S. Munsell '15, a registered nurse and nursing leader who advocates for social justice and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) in healthcare.
Pittsfield Health Board OKs Same Mosquito Plan
Earlier this month, the board approved a mosquito control plan for 2025 that mimics the previous years' with the option to opt into adulticide mosquito spraying, if necessary.
CHP Welcomes David M. Pascual to Board of Directors
David brings a blend of expertise from his career as a retail, consumer brands, and technology sector leader.
BCC Nursing Programs Integrate Mental Health First Aid Certification
The requirement, based on the curriculum provided by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, aims to equip graduating nursing students with the skills to identify and respond to individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.
Pittsfield Health Board Wants Feedback on Tobacco Ban
The Board of Health will hear from the community before adding Nicotine-Free Generation guidelines into the tobacco ordinance.
SVHC President Dee Announces Retirement
Thomas A. Dee is retiring this year after 16 years at the helm of Southwestern Vermont Health Care.
Dalton Health Board Orders Dust-Abatement Plan for Concrete Site
This letter establishes a formal deadline for submitting a detailed plan to address the dust nuisance and notes that failure to comply with this requirement could lead to financial penalties and potential legal action.
BHS Appoints Chief Nursing Executive
Cadorette has served as Vice President of Acute Care and BMC Chief Nursing Officer for the past 11 years.
North Adams Regional Hospital Receives MassEcon Impact Award
NARH was among three organizations honored in Western Massachusetts, achieving Gold, while a Silver honor went to Electro Magnetic Applications and Bronze to the Berkshire Innovation Center, both in Pittsfield.
Community Wellness Program Berkshire 150 Returns
Berkshire 150 is a community wellness program promoting exercise over a 5-week period, with the goal of exercising at least 150 minutes a week.
Concerns Over PFAS Spark Sewage Debate in Williamstown
Some members of the community, including a member of the Select Board, say the district is choosing a course of action that is at odds with the environmental principles that the town espouses.
