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After stroke, patients often lose hand strength and dexterity. Occupational therapists offer in-office rehabilitation and hand exercises you can do at home.

Third-year medical students are undergoing technical skills training and patient care simulation at the Baystate Simulation Center, preparing themselves to enter clinical training.

Rising third-year medical students in the Population-based Urban and Rural Community Health track marked their transition from classroom learning to clinical training at a ceremony on May 3, 2022.

 Studies show that many Americans do not know the warning signs of a stroke or how to manage their risk factors to reduce their chances of having a stroke.

2 million brain cells die every minute during a stroke, and risk of brain damage, disability or death goes up. ER and EMS teams work fast to save lives.

Experts still recommend face masks as a preventive measure against COVID-19, along with vaccination. Learn up-to-date face mask tips and basics. 

What is the best mask to wear? Baystate Health epidemiologist Sarah Haessler offers tips based on the CDC's guidelines.

Stella Barth took a decade off to teach and do research before going to medical school. She says, "I wouldn't have it any other way."

UMass News: Vanessa Avalone, Jordan Dudley, Kassandra Jean-Marie and Zachary Strecker, PURCH Class of 2024, were awarded 2022 Mick Huppert Community Health Scholarships for projects focusing on youth mentorship, patient advocacy and disparities in health access.

Seven medical students in the PURCH track have been selected by their peers and mentors for induction into the UMass Chan Medical School Chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society.