MetroWest Medical Center Offers Free Open Enrollment Assistance In Framingham

Certified application counselors are available at MetroWest Medical Center hospitals for free to help you review options.

Framingham Resident Contracts West Nile Virus In MA's 3rd Case

The city's risk level has been raised to high as a result of the positive case.

Yellowjackets Sting About 40 Students At Ashland, Massachusetts School. "Difficult Way To Start Our First Day."

Ashland Superintendent Jim Adams told WBZ-TV that "around 40 students" and two staff members were stung.

Framingham Union Hospital Transitions Nursery: What The Decision Means

The hospital is transitioning its special care nursery to a level 1B nursery.

Framingham Mosquitoes Test Postive For West Nile Virus

Despite the positive test, there have still been no local human cases of West Nile Virus in 2025.

City Celebrates 325th Anniversary With Team Framingham Fun Run, Walk

A 3.25-mile run or walk is the latest part of the city's 325th anniversary celebrations. Here's how to participate.

MetroWest Medical Center Names New CEO

The new CEO will take the top role for the network, including Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick.

Voices of Support: Real Stories from Mental Health Family Caregivers

Family members of people living with mental health conditions will share their experiences as caregivers or supporters and their journeys.

Framingham Union Nurses Seeking 'Good Faith' Contract Negotiations

Over 80 percent of the registered nurses at the hospital have signed a "Unity" petition they plan to deliver to leadership.

Framingham Needle Disposal Kiosk Has Moved

The kiosk now lives in the Framingham Public Health Office lobby on Concord Street.

Framingham Health Experts Make The Case For Pumpkin As A Superfood

Officials with MetroWest Medical Center say pumpkin can be more than a seasonal addition to a latte or baked goods.

Framingham Union Nurses Have 'Dire' Concern About Patient Safety

The nurse's union filed federal and state complaints claiming deficiencies in multiple areas that put patients at risk.

MetroWest Medical Center Talks Suicide Prevention For Awareness Month

MetroWest mental health experts say it's time to raise awareness about suicide prevention and share messages of hope.

Red Cross Opens New Framingham Blood Donor Center

The new fixed site is now open on Worcester Road, with some dates already booked up.

Framingham To Begin Weekly Naloxone Distribution

The free Naloxone kits will be distributed at the Public Health Department offices on Concord Street, where training will also be available.

MetroWest Medical Center Gets Mobile Radiology Imaging System

The new system should help MetroWest caregivers during imaging while also making the experience more comfortable for patients.

Mosquitoes In Framingham Test Positive For West Nile Virus

Framingham hasn't seen any West Nile cases in humans or animals as of this week, city officials said.

Framingham West Nile Virus Risk Low Despite Neighboring Cases

Mosquitoes tested positive for West Nile Virus in Natick in Wayland. Here's what it means for Framingham.

MetroWest Medical Center Launches New Pulmonary Rehab Program

The program provides comprehensive outpatient disease-focused exercise and education to help patients with lung disease.

MetroWest Medical Center Offers File Of Life. Why It's Helpful

File of Life puts vital information in the hands of emergency first responders, helping them begin treatment swiftly.

MetroWest Medical Center’s Addie Gibson Named a Tenet Hero

Tenet Healthcare’s annual recognition program honors standout employees.

MetroWest Medical Center Shares Safety Tips Ahead Of July 4th

Food safety, sun safety and, yes, fireworks safety are important topics to understand as we head into the July 4 holiday. What to know.

MetroWest Medical Center To Host June Blood Drive

Here's how to schedule an appointment for next week's Framingham blood drive.

MA Saw A Drop In Overdose Deaths In 2023. What About Framingham?

Massachusetts opioid overdose deaths increased every year between 2019 and 2022, but dropped in 2023. Did Framingham follow the trend?

MetroWest Medical Center Performs 1000th Robotic Surgery Procedure

The hospital’s surgical team recently performed its 1000th procedure using its da Vinci Xi Surgical System.

Framingham To Participate in National Drug Take Back Day

The national program aims to prevent medication abuse and theft by accepting pills, patches, liquids and ointments for disposal.

Robotic Surgery? It Can Happen At MetroWest Medical Center

Officials at MetroWest are highlighting the benefits of the surgery during National Robotics Week.

MetroWest Medical Doctor Gives Tips For Seasonal Affective Disorder

It's hard to pinpoint a direct cause for seasonal affective disorder, but a local doctor does have tips for how to feel healthier.

MetroWest Medical Center Employee Wins Clinical Preceptor Award

Mercedes Colangelo won the Distinguished Clinical Preceptor of the Year Award from the Tufts PA program.

Blood Donations Fall To Emergency Levels: How To Donate In Framingham

The weather has canceled hundreds of blood donations across the country in January, leaving hospitals in dire need of blood.

MetroWest Medical Center Opens Digestive Diseases Testing Center

The center's opening coincides with National Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Awareness Week, which started on Sunday.

Massachusetts Among Least Overweight States In U.S.: New Study

The Boston-area is also among the least overweight metro areas in the country, according to a new study.

Framingham Public Works Goes Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The department's "pink plows" are on display again this year, and employees will see a pink uniform change during the month.

MA Senate President Spilka's Health And Wellness Fair Returns For 2023

MA Sen. Karen Spilka, an Ashland resident, is set to host the fair for everyone in the MetroWest over 55 in Framingham this October.

Framingham Sees Rise In COVID, Flu And RSV Cases

This coincides with a similar rise across Massachusetts, city officials said.

Framingham Union Hospital Recognized For Heart Attack Care

The American Heart Association awarded the hospital with the Mission: Lifeline STEMI Receiving Center Bronze award.

Walk-in Mondays bring convenience, flexibility

Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care will be accepting walk-in patients on Mondays only from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. starting July 17.

MetroWest Medical Center Hosting Framingham Recruiting Events

Four dates are scheduled throughout May and June in Framingham. Here's what to know.

MetroWest Medical Receives 'B' Mark In Patient Safety: Leapfrog

The healthcare nonprofit Leapfrog Group's spring 2023 hospital safety rankings grade dozens of hospitals in Massachusetts.

Whip Clark Visits Framingham Seniors

Whip Clark Visits Framingham Seniors to Discuss Drug Prices, Medicare, and Social Security

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.