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MelroseWakefield Hospital neurologist, Sarah Nelson, MD, explains stroke prevention and how to identify the signs and symptoms

Tufts Medical Center receives research grant to study covert cebrovascular disease and expands clinical research to MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lowell General Hospital.

Lowell General Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke quality achievement award at both the Main and Saints campuses for our commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. The Main campus received Gold Plus status, while the Saints campus achieved Silver Plus status.

Maureen Ducharme knew that she couldn't put off the procedure any longer. In 2009, Ducharme, 55, from Springfield, suffered two strokes within a couple of weeks.

Melrose resident Donald Rosen didn’t notice any of the signs, but the quick actions of his family, first responders and the stroke team at MelroseWakefield Hospital helped save his life when he suffered a stroke earlier this year. Mr. Rosen, 90, was found unresponsive in his home by a family member.

May is American Stroke Month. Do you know there are things you can do with your diet to reduce your risk of having a stroke?

Lowell General has once again been recognized for the outstanding care we provide patients suffering from a stroke.

Patient recognized the signs of stroke and got help immediately.

Did you know that stroke – the No. 2 most common cause of death worldwide – is preventable, treatable and beatable?