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BMC is rewriting healthcare.
What does that mean to you? |
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Here are BMC, we are breaking traditional medical boundaries and providing the care that we all deserve and making it accessible to all. How are we doing that? By bringing you clinical excellence through award-winning doctors and care providers who represent the diverse variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences that so many of our patients share. By caring for our community through intentional partnerships like the Nubian Markets, Boston Opportunity System (BOS) Collaborative, and our Equity Partnership Network. By leading research programs that are inclusive to all types of people and target some of the specific health needs of our community. |
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BMC Voices: Escaping Persecution to Find Community |
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This month, we are sharing the story of Chef John, a patient at the BMC Immigrant and Refugee Health Center (IRHC). In Uganda, John faced life imprisonment or the death penalty for being a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Today, he finds a home and support system in Boston, working as a chef. |
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Read the rest of John's story → |
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Fibroid Center Aims to Empower and Educate Black Patients Through New Interventions and Tools |
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As many as 80% of people with a uterus develop fibroids before they turn 50, and Black patients are two to three times more likely than white patients to have fibroids. Symptoms like severe bleeding, debilitating pain, anemia, infertility, and complications during pregnancy and delivery can have a major impact on every aspect of life. Our Fibroid Center provides patient-centered and evidence-based care to our patients with fibroids, including new treatment options, studies, educational programs, and community advocacy. |
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JGI/Tom Grill, Getty Images |
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Fibroid Center Aims to Empower and Educate Black Patients Through New Interventions and Tools |
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JGI/Tom Grill, Getty Images |
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As many as 80% of people with a uterus develop fibroids before they turn 50, and Black patients are two to three times more likely than white patients to have fibroids. Symptoms like severe bleeding, debilitating pain, anemia, infertility, and complications during pregnancy and delivery can have a major impact on every aspect of life. Our Fibroid Center provides patient-centered and evidence-based care to our patients with fibroids, including new treatment options, studies, educational programs, and community advocacy. |
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This Summer Brings Record High Temperatures:
Here's How to Beat the Heat |
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The earth has reached record high temperatures this month. Keep friends and family safe with these tips on how you can stay cool this summer: |
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Wear light clothing |
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Stay hydrated!
Drink lots of water |
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Wear sunscreen and reapply as needed |
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Seek shade when possible |
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It’s also important to be aware of signs of heat exhaustion such as paleness, dizziness, headache, or blurry vision. If you suspect heat-related illness, seek medical attention right away or call 911. |
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Join us as we reimagine healthcare for Boston and beyond. There’s never been a more exciting time to be a part of our award-winning Nursing and Radiology teams. |
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View open roles here. |
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Upcoming Events |
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Weekly Farmer's Market - Tuesdays through October 31, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in the Shapiro lobby at 725 Albany Street |
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Awards |
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Best and Brightest in Wellness: We are proud to announce that for the third year in a row Boston Medical Center Health System has been recognized by the National Association for Business Resources with the Best and Brightest in Wellness award. This award is given to employers with “comprehensive and inclusive wellness and benefits programs.” BMCHS was recognized for creating a strong employee culture of wellness that promotes customized programs to address their employees’ specific needs. |
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Everyone who cared for me was unfailingly courteous, empathetic, and completely professional in carrying out their roles. I could not imagine a better experience than I had at BMC! |
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“In Your Words” features patient comments from patient experience outreach surveys. We appreciate your time completing these surveys and for sharing your thoughts with us. The information gathered in these surveys is used to learn where we can improve, to continue to provide exceptional care to all. |
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