Announcements
103-Year-Old Man Celebrates Birthday While Getting COVID Vaccine at Lowell General Hospital
March 8, 2021
A 103-year-old man celebrated his birthday with the COVID vaccine and a cake at Lowell General Hospital's regional vaccine clinic on Friday. The hospital said while every coronavirus vaccination is something to celebrate, this moment was extra special.
Announcements
Learn More About the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine From Our Experts
March 3, 2021
When you arrive at Lowell General Hospital’s regional vaccination site, only one brand of COVID-19 vaccine will be offered to patients receiving their first dose. Clinical data shows that all three of the vaccines available to our patients are extremely effective at preventing serious illness and decreasing transmission of the virus in the community.
Patient Stories
Implantable Heart Pump Saving Lives at MelroseWakefield Cardiovascular Center
February 21, 2021
After enjoying a day of golf with his friends, Stanley Coolen began experiencing an upset stomach. Stanley is an active, healthy 72-year old from Saugus, MA. According to him, neither he nor his wife, Nicky, had been sick for a day in the nearly 50 years they had been married. But as he approached the clubhouse, he collapsed in cardiac arrest.
Press Releases
Targeted Genome Sequencing May Offer Clinical, Ethical Benefits
February 18, 2021
A national clinical trial led by Tufts Children’s Hospital researchers has found that both targeted genome sequencing and whole genome sequencing may help diagnose genetic abnormalities in neonates and infants. However, the technology and interpretations of results continue to have significant limitations that require further research and understanding.
Articles
Healthy Recipes: February 2021
February 18, 2021
February is Heart Health Month, a month that encourages everyone to evaluate what they can do to improve their heart health.
Press Releases
Dr. Joel Hellmann + John Chemaly Announce Retirement From Home Health Foundation Board of Trustees
February 15, 2021
Lawrence, Mass. – Two longtime volunteers recently retired from the Home Health Foundation Board of Trustees.
Articles
Lowell General Hospital Opening Mass Vaccination Program at Cross River Center Beginning Monday, Feb. 8
February 5, 2021
On Monday, Feb. 8, Lowell General Hospital will shift its COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Program to Cross River Center, 1001 Pawtucket Blvd. East, in an effort to expand its efforts to vaccinate individuals included in Phase 1 of the state’s vaccination guidelines as well as those 75 and over.
Announcements
A 'Super' Surprise for Nurses
February 5, 2021
Three North Shore nurses who have spent much of the last year treating COVID-19 patients will get a well-deserved, and coveted, respite this weekend.
Announcements
103-Year-Old Wilmington Woman Plans to ‘Go Wild’ After Receiving COVID Vaccine
February 4, 2021
A 103-year-old Wilmington woman received a dose of hope after patiently waiting her turn for the COVID vaccine.
Announcements
Meet Some of the Health Care Workers Heading to the Super Bowl on the Pats' Plane
February 3, 2021
Jen Medina won’t be on the job at MelroseWakefield Hospital this weekend. The registered nurse is headed to Florida to watch Tom Brady play in his 10th Super Bowl.