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Worcester Hospitals Named Best Of The Best In State, New Study Says Worcester Hospitals Named Best Of The Best In State, New Study Says
Worcester Hospitals Named Best Of The Best In State, New Study Says People who live in Massachusetts have access to some of the best hospitals in the country, a new study has found.  Two Boston hospitals were named among the 22 healthcare facilities that made an elite "Honor Roll" list created by U.S. News and World Report, meaning they excel across all or most types of care evaluated by researchers.   Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, both located in Boston, tied for best in the nation, the study said.  Brigham and Women's Hospital is also ranked fifth in the nation for treating cancer and named the best in the country in o…
Worcester Hospital Ranked Among Top Cancer Hospitals In America Worcester Hospital Ranked Among Top Cancer Hospitals In America
Worcester Hospital Ranked Among Top Cancer Hospitals In America A new list from Newsweek revealed the best hospitals for cancer treatment in America, and it included multiple Massachusetts health organizations.  Getting high-quality medical care is important at any stage of life, but it may be the most critical for people diagnosed with cancer. Newsweek, in conjunction with Statista, published a list of the best cancer hospitals in the country, which included multiple Massachusetts hospitals.  "While nothing can stop the worry after receiving the diagnosis of a serious illness, having access to some of the best cancer treatment facilities in t…
COVID-19: Where To Get Tested In Worcester County COVID-19: Where To Get Tested In Worcester County
Covid-19: Where To Get Tested In Worcester County The number of places providing COVID-19 testing has expanded over the last week as Massachusetts and surrounding states pass travel restrictions for people coming in from out of state. A lot of testing places will provide free tests to people with no health care insurance, according to the Massachusetts COVID-19 online resource center. Some testing places require an appointment, though; it is best to call ahead if a person is planning to get tested. Depending on the kind of test a person gets - SARS Antigen, PCR, anti-body - makes a difference as to whether a health care insurance provider …