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February 4, 2012 is World Cancer Day, a global initiative to save lives and to end cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find a cure. The Cancer Center at Lowell General Hospital was proudly welcomed a proclamation from Office of the Mayor of the City of Lowell, saluting the cancer survivors who have triumphed over the disease and recognizing the initiative of fighting cancer locally with … more

The American Heart Association has identified several risk factors. Some of them can be modified, treated or controlled, and some can't. The more risk factors you have, the greater your chance of developing cardiovascular disease. What are the major risk factors that can't be changed? Increasing age Male sex (gender) Heredity (including Race) What are the major risk factors you can modify, treat or control by changing your lifestyle or taking … more

Do you know your risk for heart disease/stroke? Make an appointment for a full cardiovascular risk screening, which includes blood pressure, body mass index, body fat analysis, cholesterol, blood sugar and peripheral artery disease. Screenings will be performed by a Registered Nurse. Click here for more information and to register.

Did you know that cardiovascular diseases, including stroke, are our nation's number one killer? Join us for this FREE event Saturday, February 11th, from 8:00am-12:00pm in Clark Auditorium. Participate in a variety of screenings that help ensure good health, such as blood sugar, BP and more, and learn valuable information on keeping your heart healthy. Click here for more information and to register.

A good time to take an active role in your health that can last all year long Have heart hope – Read stories of heart attack survival:  Testimonial: Carmen Christiano and Testimonial: Bob O'Shaughnessy Be inspired by these women who have “ Gone Red ” Hear directly from Gloria Wilkins of Billerica , an 86-year-old heart attack survivor and cardiac rehab patient at LGH Learn how a pet can help keep you heart … more

Welcoming a New Breast Health Navigator for the Breast Care Program As a specialist in coordinating the many aspects of breast care, she leads the Breast Health Navigator (BHN) program at Lowell General through the department of Radiology, where diagnosis begins. Her role is to serve as an expert and guide for our patients in all aspects of their breast care. From the time of an abnormal mammogram, the BHN is available, providing education, … more

Blue Distinction® is a designation given by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies to hospitals that have demonstrated expertise in delivery quality healthcare. At the core of the Blue Distinction program are the Blue Distinction Centers for Specialty Care® facilities that are recognized for their distinguished care in the areas of bariatric surgery, cardiac care, complex and rare cancers, knee and hip replacement, spine surgery, … more

The Over Thirty Baseball League of Greater Lowell knows how to do more than hit homers and round the bases. The group of competitive, adult ball-players recently made a donation in support of The Cancer Center at Lowell General Hospital to fund an important program for those facing breast cancer in our community. Pictured from left to right: Over-Thirty-Baseball's Tom Burgess, Vice President of Operations; Chris Augeri, President; Steve … more

Shared inspiration and encouragement with Lowell General Hospital's community forum Entrepreneur Sal Lupoli inspired more than 100 area business leaders with vignettes from his years in food industry, real estate development and business as part of the Lowell General Hospital Business Leadership Forum this month. As the president and CEO of the Lupoli Companies, Lupoli oversees a diverse business operations that spans well known restaurants … more

Lowell General Hospital is one of 167 hospitals nationwide to receive the American College of Cardiology Foundation's NCDR ACTION Registry–GWTG Gold Performance Achievement Award for 2011. The award recognizes Lowell General Hospital's commitment and success in treating heart attack patients to standard levels of care as outlined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association clinical guidelines and recommendations. To … more