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Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Boston
U.S. News & World Report has named Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital among the top 20 hospitals in the country. Brigham and Women's is ranked No. 1 for OB/GYN care and second for diabetes & endocrinology, while Mass General is top in psychiatry. Both hospitals are also highly ranked in several other specialties.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Study Finds
Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital have developed a new DNA clock, called CausAge, DamAge, and AdaptAge, that can more accurately predict biological aging and the effectiveness of anti-aging treatments by distinguishing between genetic factors that accelerate or decelerate the aging process. The clocks are based on DNA methylation, a process closely linked to aging, and were validated using data from large cohorts, showing correlations with health outcomes and longevity. This breakthrough may lead to better quantification of biological age and evaluation of aging interventions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Universal Hub
Ashley Munroe is suing Brigham and Women's Hospital over her father's death after a heart transplant, attributing it to a fatal bacterial infection from the hospital's water-filtration system. The lawsuit also targets the manufacturer and maintainer of the system, identified as XYZ Corp. The hospital has taken steps to prevent similar incidents, and the case is pending a response from the hospital.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WCVB Boston
A patient has filed a lawsuit against Brigham and Women's Hospital and a former doctor, Dr. Derrick Todd, alleging repeated sexual assault during medical procedures. The allegations involve inappropriate breast and pelvic exams, with the patient claiming that the doctor performed medically unnecessary and inappropriate examinations. The patient also accused Todd of contacting and harassing her after he left the hospital. Brigham and Women's Hospital launched an investigation and terminated Todd's employment, and he subsequently resigned. The hospital expressed regret for the harm caused and is focused on supporting patients and restoring trust in healthcare. Todd's attorney maintains his innocence, stating that he believes he has done nothing wrong.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Boston Globe
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute plans to build a new cancer care center in Boston, moving its inpatient oncology care away from Brigham and Women's Hospital. The decision to partner with Beth Israel Lahey Health came as a surprise to Mass General Brigham executives. The move will create an independent cancer center and bolster the size and scope of Beth Israel, while Dana-Farber moves away from the dominant health system in the market. The new center will provide dedicated inpatient care for adult cancer patients, addressing the growing need for such services. The details of integration and design are yet to be worked out, and regulatory approvals will be required.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
A woman named Angela Mercer went into labor at a Pink concert in Boston when she was just 31 weeks pregnant. Unable to find a ride through the concert traffic chaos, Angela and her family decided to walk to Brigham and Women's Hospital, which was over a mile away. With the help of the hospital's exceptional team, Angela safely delivered her son in the NICU. Although they missed the concert, they received the greatest gift of a healthy baby boy, who is now Pink's youngest fan.