Massachusetts Coronavirus: Hospitals Face Staffing Issues

While Gov. Baker's coronavirus orders relieves stress on the hospital system, the decision to close schools raises staffing concerns.

Salem Officials: Avoid City Building If You Are Sick

Salem officials are encouraging anyone who is sick, under self-quarantine or high-risk to use their online services for city business.

Coronavirus: Salem Public Schools To Close For 2 Weeks

Officials have decided to close the school for a minimum of two weeks starting Monday amid coronavirus concerns.

Salem High School Closed Through Friday Over Coronavirus Concerns

School officials say the school will undergo more deep cleaning and disinfecting following the principal's recent return from Paris, France.

Salem Coronavirus: School Trips, Staff Conference Travel Canceled

"We are taking additional steps to mitigate the ongoing spread of the COVID-19 virus to keep our school community safe," officials said.

Salem's Book Swap Event Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Concerns

"With the hundreds of people who attend this event, we do not want to risk anyone getting sick," organizers with Salem Recycles said.

Salem Preparing For Coronavirus: Officials

"The City of Salem is taking potential dangers posed by COVID-19 seriously," city officials said in a news release Tuesday.

State Confirms First Massachusetts Coronavirus Case

A UMass-Boston student returning from Wuhan, China to Boston tested positive for the deadly coronavirus, according to state officials.

Massachusetts Flu Cases On The Rise

All regions in the state are reporting high flu activity, with doctor's visit numbers higher than they were in the past two years.

Massachusetts Smokers Pay More Than Most

A new study estimates the lifetime costs of being a smoker in Massachusetts, and only two states and the District of Columbia rank higher.

NSMC Salem Hospital Gets 'C' In Safety Grades

The nonprofit Leapfrog group released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades. See how Salem Hospital scored.

Salem Apartment Complex Has Two Cases Of Legionnaires’ Disease

Legionnaires’ disease is a dangerous form of pneumonia that can be contracted by inhaling mist or vapor containing Legionella bacteria.

76 Billion Pills Helped Fuel Opioid Epidemic: Report

A Washington Post analysis also shows that prescribers issued 33 pills per person per year in Essex County from 2006 to 2012.

Salem-based NSMC Honors Nurses

Erlinda Dofitas and Eileen Morris of Salem Hospital were recognized by the healthcare provider.

Feds Update Nursing Home Ratings: See Salem's Grades

The federal government has updated how it evaluates nursing homes. Here are the ratings for Salem.

NSMC Opens New MRI Suite At Salem Campus

The healthcare provider now offers state-of-the-art MRI technology at its two in Salem and Peabody.

Project Will Improve Access, Parking At Salem Hospital

North Shore Medical Center said work on the improvements will last nine months.

NSCH Nurse Practitioner Receives Top Honor

Allison Kilcoyne received the prestigious 2019 AANP State Award for Excellence.

NSMC Names Physicians Of Excellence

The award recognizes physicians who have made outstanding contributions to NSMC, the medical profession and the community.

MassGeneral Opens 'Ouchless ER' In Salem

Staff at the facility have been trained to make a trip to the emergency room less scary for kids.

State Confirms West Nile Virus In Salem Mosquitoes

The state has extended mosquito precautions for residents to protect themselves and loved ones from West Nile Virus.

Support for Life After a Stroke

Support for Life After a Stroke

North Shore Medical Center Gets Donation For Robotic Surgery

Eastern Bank has pledged $100,000 to North Shore Medical Center.

Salem Bone Marrow Donor Gets rare Chance To Meet Recipient

The National Marrow Donor Program requires that donors and recipients remain anonymous until one year after the transplant.

North Shore Medical Center​ Gets $1M Grant For Robotic Surgery

The Davenport Family continues their legacy of support for North Shore Medical Center.

North Shore Physicians Group Adds Cardiology Group

The largest cardiology practice on the North Shore, North Shore Cardiovascular Associates, has joined North Shore Physicians Group.

Salem's Forest River Trail Closed For Upgrades

The Forest River Trail will be closed through late September while work is being completed.

NSMC Holds Topping Off Ceremony

NSMC broke ground last fall on its plan to consolidate medical, surgical and behavioral health services on one campus in Salem.

Salem Bike Share Program Adds Stations

The Salem Bike Share program will add more bike stations around the city this month.

Friends Of The Salem Council On Aging Awarded $30K Grant

The grant will fund a study on the creation of an intra-city shuttle system in Salem.

NSMC Receives Historic Donation For New Mental Health/Addiction Center

A North Shore man pledged $5 million to the North Shore Medical Center, the largest donation in the hospital's 144 year history.

Over 25 Companies Participate in Salem Health Fair For Seniors

The event is open to the public and our purpose is to provide information to seniors about options for a variety of health needs.

Salem Police Host Mobile Blood Drive

Donors will get a 17 oz vacuum insulated bottle.

New Salem Bike Share To Launch This Month

Good news for cyclists in Salem.

Spaulding Opens New Outpatient Center In Salem

The new Spaulding Outpatient Center at Shetland Park is now open.

Salem Based Advocacy Group Celebrates 180th Anniversary

Children’s Friend and Family Services is celebrating its 180th anniversary with local events focusing on mental health.

North Shore Medical Center Preps for National Healthcare Decisions Day

The purpose of advanced care planning is to discuss and document your end-of-life wishes in case you become unable to communicate.

Learn to Cope’s Salem Chapter Celebrates 10th Anniversary at NSMC

Learn to Cope meetings have been taking place for the past decade, helping people cope with loved ones' addictions.

NSMC Names New Chief Of Cardiology

Dr. Howard Waldman will succeed Dr. David Roberts as Chief Of Cardiology effective Apr. 1.

Salem Pan-Mass Challenge Kids Rides Coordinator Wanted

The Pan-Mass Challenge is looking for a volunteer to coordinate the Kids Rides.