News in 2022

Nerves send signals to your brain that allow you to feel sensations. Nerve damage can cause pain. Learn the common causes of nerve pain and treatment options.

A surgical option known as targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) has the potential to significantly reduce or eliminate amputation-related nerve pain.

Research published by medical student and lead author Kendall Burdick in the Annals of Emergency Medicine showed significant disparities in access to pediatric trauma centers in the United States based on geography, race and ethnicity—which leaves some children at risk for poor trauma outcomes.

Water birth became well-known in the last few years for its unorthodox approach to childbirth. Learn all about the benefits of water birth at Baystate Health.

Asthma episodes are often triggered by hazards in the home, including mold, pests, dust mites, tobacco smoke, and chemicals in the air. By making your home healthier, you can prevent asthma triggers and keep your family healthy.

High school students in the Baystate Springfield Educational Partnership (BSEP) worked with FOCUS Springfield Community Television to script and produce a 2 1/2 minute public service announcement about teen mental health and wellbeing.

Nonprofit hospitals conduct Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA) to identify areas of need and make plans to address community health issues.

1 in 4 adults have knee pain. Dr. Colin Cooper of New England Orthopedic Surgeons explains two causes of knee pain: osteoarthritis and meniscus tears.

With some planning and preparation, you can enjoy the season without compromising your blood sugar or putting your health at risk.

Celene Boyce, DNP AGACNP-BC did her clinical rotations at Baystate as a student at Elms College and appreciated her “great education” so much that she accepted her “perfect job” in BMC’s SICU where she now teaches AP students.