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Circle Health seeks grant proposals focused on addiction, opioid outreach

December 16, 2015

Circle Health today released its annual request for proposals (RFP) for community health grants of up to $10,000 to be awarded this spring at the 2016 Ball for Community Health Initiatives. This year, Circle Health is seeking proposals aimed at outreach and education programs targeting a growing crisis in our communities: opioid addiction and substance abuse. Grants will be awarded to proposals focused specifically on opioid prevention, drug and alcohol prevention, and behavioral health… Circle Health today released its annual request for proposals (RFP) for community health grants of up to $10,000 to be awarded this spring at the…

May the Joy of This Season Live in Your Heart All Year Through

December 16, 2015

The holiday season is a time of excitement and wonder. In the midst of enjoying our festivities, let's take a moment to remember those dear to us, give thanks for our many blessings and look forward to the promise of a new year. Let us stop to aid those less fortunate who may be in need of kindness and support, especially at this time. Let us give thanks to the police, firefighters, emergency and healthcare workers who make a difference all year through. And keep in mind the many service men… The holiday season is a time of excitement and wonder. In the midst of enjoying our festivities, let's take a moment to remember those dear to us,…

Lowell General Sun Santa Raffle Sets New Record

December 15, 2015

Lowell General Hospital CEO Norm Deschene was Santa for a day as a total of 47 lavish gift baskets were raffled off at the hospital’s main campus on Wednesday, December 16th in the hospital's Clark Auditorium before a spirited crowd.  The baskets, created and donated by employees of dozens of different hospital departments, ranged from hundreds of dollars in cash to trips and gifts worth thousands. “I’m blown away every year by the generosity of our staff,” Deschene said. “Each year,… Lowell General Hospital CEO Norm Deschene was Santa for a day as a total of 47 lavish gift baskets were raffled off at the hospital’s main campus…

Support TeamWalk this Holiday Season

December 8, 2015

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$1 Million CHART Grant to Target Most Vulnerable Patients, Reduce Readmissions

December 4, 2015

Lowell General Hospital is rolling out a new initiative that will provide outreach and support to Greater Lowell’s most vulnerable patient populations in an effort to strengthen care and reduce readmissions to the hospital. The program, called the Community Medical Home, is funded in part by a $1 million grant from Phase 2 of the state’s Community Hospital Acceleration, Revitalization & Transformation (CHART) Investment Program. At a press conference this week at Lowell General… Lowell General Hospital is rolling out a new initiative that will provide outreach and support to Greater Lowell’s most vulnerable patient…

December 6-12th: National InFLUenza Vaccination Week

December 3, 2015

With Flu season upon us, please see some Good Health Habits for Preventing Seasonal Flu from the CDC below: The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year. These good health habits may also help protect you against the flu: Try to avoid close contact with sick people. If you or your child gets sick with flu-like illness, CDC recommends that you (or your child) stay home for at least 24 hours after the fever is gone except to get medical care or for other… With Flu season upon us, please see some Good Health Habits for Preventing Seasonal Flu from the CDC below: The single best way to prevent…

Be A Hero! Join the Flu Fighters!

November 15, 2015

It’s as predictable as the changing of the seasons. As soon as kids get back to school and the weather gets cooler, people start getting sick. This year, tell your kids that you are joining a team – the Flu Fighters! This team is full of superheroes! With a few simple steps, each member of this team can do their part to keep people healthy, and even save lives. And the more members we can recruit, the stronger this team will be. Is your family ready to join our team? There are simple… It’s as predictable as the changing of the seasons. As soon as kids get back to school and the weather gets cooler, people start getting sick. This…

Circle Health to sponsor five more Project Fit programs after successful kick-off in Methuen

November 6, 2015

On the heels of a successful kick-off event in Methuen, Circle Health is announcing its plans to sponsor five more Project Fit America programs over the next five years for schools in the Merrimack Valley. On October 13, hundreds of Methuen elementary school students cheered the kick-off of the first Project Fit America youth fitness program in Massachusetts with the help of First Lady to the Governor Lauren Baker, the mascots of the Boston Bruins, Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots,… On the heels of a successful kick-off event in Methuen, Circle Health is announcing its plans to sponsor five more Project Fit America programs…

Circle Health Sponsors Unique Fitness Program for Methuen Students

November 5, 2015

On October 13, hundreds of Methuen elementary students cheered the kick-off of the first Project Fit America youth fitness program in Massachusetts.  Thanks to a $17,800 grant from Circle Health, students at the Comprehensive Grammar School have brand new indoor and outdoor equipment and a full curriculum aimed at making fitness fun. The kickoff included First Lady to the Governor Lauren Baker, the mascots of the Boston Bruins, Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots and officials from… On October 13, hundreds of Methuen elementary students cheered the kick-off of the first Project Fit America youth fitness program…

Lowell General Hospital Accredited as a Lung Cancer Screening Center

November 4, 2015

Earlier in 2015, The Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) announced it would cover Low Dose CT (LDCT) lung cancer screening for its beneficiaries. In addition, under the Affordable Care Act, as of 2015 this service is now covered by many payers. Studies have confirmed that screening patients at high risk for lung cancer with a Low Dose CT was significantly more effective than a standard chest X-ray. In short, Low Dose CT scans save lives. Lowell General has recent been accredited… Earlier in 2015, The Center for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) announced it would cover Low Dose CT (LDCT) lung cancer screening for its…

Urgent Care Holiday Hours

November 3, 2015

Circle Health Urgent Care Westford is located at 198 Littleton Road in Westford and Lowell General Hospital Urgent Care is located at 1230 Bridge Street in Lowell. NEW! Holiday Hours for Westford and Lowell LocationsWednesday, November 25, 8:00am - 8:00pm (closed Thursday, November 26)Thursday, December 24, 8:00am - 4:00pm (closed Friday, December 25)Thursday, December 31, 8:00am - 4:00pm (closed Friday, January 1) Circle Health Urgent Care Westford is located at 198 Littleton Road in Westford and Lowell General Hospital Urgent Care is located at 1230 Bridge…

Westford Patient Service Center Expanding Hours

November 2, 2015

The Patient Service Center (PSC) at Circle Health Westford offers a full range of testing services including blood draws and specimen collection, diagnostic imaging services (X-ray and ultrasound) or electrocardiograms (EKG). Hours of Operation as of November 2Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 7:00pmSaturday, 7:00am - 1:00pm The Patient Service Center (PSC) at Circle Health Westford offers a full range of testing services including blood draws and specimen collection,…

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