Health & Wellness
Berkshire VNA reaches Tentative Agreement With BHS
Berkshire VNA nurses and healthcare professionals have had tremendous community support during their first contract negotiations, and reached a tentative contract agreement Dec. 15.
North Adams Regional Opening Moves Forward With State Approval
The request by Berkshire Health Systems for an original license was approved by the council last Wednesday; BHS received the official letter that the license was awarded on Friday.
CHP Berkshires Welcomes New Clinicians
Community Health Programs, Inc., is a healthcare network based in the Berkshires of Western Mass. serving approximately 30,000 regional residents
Local Recovery Documentary to Premiere
"Blueprint: Building the Foundation for Recovery"- a documentary featuring Berkshire County community members to premiere Dec. 13 and 14, 2023.
Pittsfield Health Department Homebound Vaccination Appointments
As the season for flu and COVID-19 is underway, there is still time for residents to get vaccinated.
Visiting Nurses' Union Picket for More Pay, More Care Time
Berkshire United, represented by the Massachusetts Nurses Association, is negotiating its first contract with Berkshire Health Systems and union members say they are pushing for fair pay and productivity standards.
NBT Contributes $75,000 to CHP Berkshires
Funds Will Help Support Dental Services
BMC North Adams Campus Honors Retired Director
Berkshire Medical Center colleagues took a moment in the emergency room to honor Lou Ann Quinn and her 47-year career caring for North County.
Adams Ambulance Votes to Keep Operating; Cheshire Switches to NB EMS
The ambulance service earlier this month notified the Department of Public Health that it would cease operations on Dec. 31 because of its financial condition.
BHS Announces North Adams Regional Hospital Leadership
Pending regulatory approval and Critical Access Hospital designation, BHS will re-open up to 25 inpatient beds at NARH as part of BHS's strategic plan to expand access to care and advance health and wellness for everyone in the community.
MCLA Receives Grant to Fund Mental Health Support
Over the next three years, this funding will launch the MCLA Cares Project, an initiative to build campus-wide infrastructure to support student mental health.
Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative Vacination Clinic
Vaccines are no cost, but bring an insurance card. You do not need an ID or health insurance to get a vaccine. Wear a short-sleeved shirt.
Ten Tips for Safely 'Decking those Halls' this Season
No matter what you’re celebrating this holiday season, lights, fireside gatherings and decorations are a common part of creating a festive mood.
Strong Little Souls Founder Advocates for Pediatric Cancer Research Fund
Quinn was showing support for Bill S.2496 An Act Improving Pediatric Cancer Research at a public hearing of the Joint Committee on Public Health.
South County Weekend COVID/Flu Clinic
This clinic is being held on a Saturday to ensure that people who work during the week have access to a public clinic.
Ailing Adams Ambulance Sees Possible Cure
Officials in three towns were set to vote on Monday night to designate Northern Berkshire EMS as their emergency service provider but held off after impassioned pleas by AAS employees and a potential proposal that could resolve the service's fiscal woes.
Health, Hope and Healing Around the Holidays Health Programs at Fairview Hospital
The program is offered as part of the Berkshire Health Systems role as healthcare partner and community advocate for improving the region's overall quality of life.
BHS President and CEO Honored
This award is the first of its kind in the nation, reaching across diverse sectors of healthcare
Ecu-Health Care Awarded Health Coverage Enrollment Grant
Recipient Ecu-Health Care will use the grant to provide extensive outreach, education and application enrollment assistance to uninsured and underinsured individuals across Northern Berkshire County.
Guest Column: Help Someone Take First Step Toward a Nicotine-Free Life
The Great American Smokeout is Thursday, Nov. 16 — a great day to remind friends, co-workers and family about quitting smoking or vaping.
Adams, Cheshire Officials Set Meeting on Ambulance
Officials in Adams and Cheshire are hosting a public meeting to discuss actions being taken in light of the reported closing of Adams Ambulance Service.
North Adams Planners Recommend Overlay District for New Hospital
The vote came after a joint public hearing with the council on the proposal. The City Council is expected to vote on the ordinance Tuesday night.
Adams Ambulance to Close
Northern Berkshire EMS says it's committed to working with the towns on a transition plan but will need more staff to expand its coverage.
