News in 2018

Backpacks are essential. But if they're too heavy or worn incorrectly, they can strain muscles and joints – and cause back pain for the over 79 million students in the United States that carry them.

The Baystate Health Bloodmobile will host blood drives across western Massachusetts this August. The need for blood and platelets never takes a holiday. Learn how you can donate now.

With the start of the school year, sports injuries can be a major concern for parents. What do experts recommend as the number one method for injury prevention? Train before sports try-outs start, not during.

Western Mass News: Over-hydrating can be dangerous. Dr. Julio Martinez recommends drinking one or two glasses of water before participating in sports.

Business Wire: Health New England announced a new grant program, Where Health Matters, as part of its Community Benefits Program to advance the health and well being of vulnerable population groups.

Helping children make healthy lifestyle choices when they’re young can be one of the best gifts you can give them. Enter the MIGHTY Program, made a reality in part by a generous grant from Kohl’s.

Healthcare News: Baystate Franklin Medical Center's stroke care program received the “Get with the Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus” from the American Heart Assoc./American Stroke Assoc.

U.S. News & World Report:  Doctors at Baystate Medical Center are turning to 3D printing for help in the operating room.

Dr. Emily Urquhart brings a passion for caring for children and a great understanding of the value of collaborative, family-centered care to Baystate Health.