Understand the key factors influencing breast cancer recurrence and discover effective treatments and lifestyle changes that ...

Radiation therapy plays a vital role in breast cancer treatment. Get clear information on how it works, its benefits, and how ...

When it’s hard to breathe, everyday tasks are difficult. Baystate Health’s pulmonologists will work closely with you to help you feel your best. We provide comprehensive pulmonary care throughout ...

All medicine comes with label instructions regarding safe temperature for medication storage. In general, most medicines should be stored at 59 to 77 degrees F in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight ...

Heart disease can be traced back to ancient Egypt long before modern medicine could help the civilization. Even with today’s advances in heart care, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in ...

According to Dr. Rajiv Padmanabhan, a neurologist with the Department of Neurology at Baystate Health, “Like other types of strokes, a silent stroke is caused by a loss of blood flow to an area of the ...

Without question, one of the most important factors behind the quality of a woman’s sex life is this: you have to want it. Unfortunately, 40-70% of women experience low sexual desire - also called low ...

Most mammogram callbacks aren't due to seeing cancer on the imaging. The most common reasons for getting a mammogram callback are: Before you panic, read our expert's explanation of why you might get ...

We’re all familiar with getting our blood pressure taken—the black cuff gets Velcro-ed around your arm, the squeezie ball is pumped until the cuff inflates, and the doctor or nurse patiently listens ...

Is sex good for you? According to Carly Detterman, a certified nurse midwife at Baystate Midwifery and Women’s Health - Springfield, the benefits of sex extend well beyond the walls of the bedroom (or ...

Fitch has affirmed Baystate Health’s credit rating of A+ and Negative Outlook. Baystate delivered first quarter results better than budget and at a breakeven operating margin with stronger volumes and ...

Each day, healthcare is changing. The pace is rapid, and the work is life-changing. It takes a special person to decide to dedicate their career to caring for others. Dr. Mark A. Keroack is one of ...