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Becoming Her Own Best Advocate: Cloret’s Journey with Sickle Cell Disease |
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Growing up, Cloret Carl and several of her 11 siblings managed sickle cell disease with little support. One day, she enrolled in a BMC clinical trial and over the next seven years, participated in some version of the trial with good results. She has stuck with BMC ever since. "People come to BMC from all of the world — Brazil, Venezuela, Haiti, the United Arab Emirates — to seek care for sickle cell disease. Beyond the medical treatment and the clinical trials, they tailor a plan to assist you in having a life apart from dealing with illness."
Today, Cloret says her SCD is well-controlled and she hasn't been hospitalized in seven years. BMC's world-renowned experts deliver medical excellence through the latest gene therapies, personalized care, and support beyond compare.
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BMC Hospital at Home Empowers Patients to Heal in the Comfort of Their Home |
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After being hospitalized at BMC for Crohn’s disease, Nicole Constant chose to receive the remainder of her care at home through BMC Hospital at Home. “All we had to do was open the door and they took care of everything,” she says. “I feel so blessed to have been surrounded by wonderful medical professionals who were all so invested in my health. I think I healed faster because I was home.” |
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Exploring the Importance of Culturally Relevant Health Care this Hispanic Heritage Month |
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At BMC, we ensure that Hispanic and Latino culture is integrated into our patients’ care journey through extensive interpreter services, programs that address health disparities in Latino patients, and diverse staff. Athina Schmidt, a BMC researcher and the coordinator of our HIV-Endurance (HIVE) clinic, shares what this month means to her and how her cultural identity informs her work. |
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Learn How to Eat Well After a Cancer Diagnosis — And Why it Matters |
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This October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Liver Cancer Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the importance of eating healthy foods during a cancer journey. Here are ways that eating a nutritious diet can help after a cancer diagnosis: |
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Keeping up your strength, energy, and overall wellbeing. |
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Supporting your immune system. |
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Promoting healing and recovery. |
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Keeping a desired weight. |
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BMC Health System Welcomes Good Samaritan Medical Center and St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center into Health System |
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We're proud to welcome Good Samaritan Medical Center and St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center to Boston Medical Center Health System. We share a common ambition to deliver clinically excellent care with compassion and a mission to ensure that equitable care is available to our communities.
“Together, with the highly skilled clinicians and staff at each hospital, we will work to ensure stability and as seamless a transition as possible for patients, with a long-term focus on sustainability across our health system.” Hear more from Alastair Bell, MD, President & CEO of BMC Health System.
At each of our hospitals, we’re committed to empowering our patients by providing patient-centered and comprehensive care.
Discover more on how BMC's strengthening healthcare in your community. |
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BMC Health System Welcomes Good Samaritan Medical Center and St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center into Health System |
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We're proud to welcome Good Samaritan Medical Center and St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center to Boston Medical Center Health System. We share a common ambition to deliver clinically excellent care with compassion and a mission to ensure that equitable care is available to our communities.
“Together, with the highly skilled clinicians and staff at each hospital, we will work to ensure stability and as seamless a transition as possible for patients, with a long-term focus on sustainability across our health system.” - Hear more from BMC’s Alastair Bell, MD, President & CEO of BMC Health System.
At each of our hospitals, we’re committed to empowering our patients by providing patient-centered and comprehensive care.
Discover more on how BMC's strengthening healthcare in your community. |
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Flu Season has Arrived: Get Your Flu Shot |
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Getting a flu shot is important to prevent the flu and severe illness if you get sick. All patients six months and older should get the flu vaccine. It is especially essential for those who are at a higher risk of serious flu-related complications, such as pregnant people, people with chronic medical conditions, and children.
Keep you and your loved ones healthy. Schedule an appointment today. |
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Flu Season has Arrived: Get Your Flu Shot |
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Getting a flu shot is important to prevent the flu and severe illness if you get sick. All patients six months and older should get the flu vaccine. It is especially essential for those who are at a higher risk of serious flu-related complications, such as pregnant people, people with chronic medical conditions, and children.
Keep you and your loved ones healthy. Schedule an appointment today. |
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Improving the Lives of Returning Citizens, Their Families, and the Broader Community |
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On September 24, BMC Health System in partnership with Attorney General Andrea Campbell hosted our Returning Citizens Roundtable and Expo to improve the lives of citizens affected by or involved in the criminal justice system. The event brought together thought leaders, advocates, and people with lived experience. A panel discussion moderated by Rev. Willie Bodrick and speakers Mike Curry, Jay Vilar and Carla Monteiro, addressed mental health and barriers to entering the workforce. Additionally, we offered access to vital resources such as housing, employment, financial, and community health services, along with exciting giveaways. See photos from the Returning Citizens Roundtable and Expo event.
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Improving the Lives of Returning Citizens, Their Families, and the Broader Community |
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On September 24, BMC Health System in partnership with Attorney General Andrea Campbell hosted our Returning Citizens Roundtable and Expo to improve the lives of citizens affected by or involved in the criminal justice system. The event brought together thought leaders, advocates, and people with lived experience. A panel discussion moderated by Rev. Willie Bodrick and speakers Mike Curry, Jay Vilar and Carla Monteiro, addressed mental health and barriers to entering the workforce. Additionally, we offered access to vital resources such as housing, employment, financial, and community health services, along with exciting giveaways. See photos from the Returning Citizens Roundtable and Expo event. |
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Supporting Boston-Area Youth at Mattapan’s Deatrich Wise Block Party |
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BMC is proud to partner with New England Patriots’ Deatrich Wise, and the Boys & Girls Club Boston on the 5th Annual Deatrich Wise Block Party! This free annual event celebrates and uplifts kids, teens, and families in our community. BMC’s dental, behavioral health, and women’s health teams were present to distribute resources and gather invaluable community feedback on how to improve access to care. We were #BMCProud to continue our commitment to intentional community partnership and support an event that gives kids a platform to express themselves. Check out photos from the block party.
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Supporting Boston-Area Youth at Mattapan’s Deatrich Wise Block Party |
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BMC is proud to partner with New England Patriots’ Deatrich Wise, and the Boys & Girls Club Boston on the 5th Annual Deatrich Wise Block Party! This free annual event celebrates and uplifts kids, teens, and families in our community. BMC’s dental, behavioral health, and women’s health teams were present to distribute resources and gather invaluable community feedback on how to improve access to care. We were #BMCProud to continue our commitment to intentional community partnership and support an event that gives kids a platform to express themselves. Check out photos from the block party. |
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Campus Construction Updates |
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Building for Tomorrow on BMC's Campus
When you come to BMC’s campus, you’ll notice some big changes as we work to ensure the look of our campus matches the exceptional care you've come to expect through our Campus Redesign project. Our staff is ready to help you navigate the temporary changes as we make these exciting improvements. The Menino Building lobby entrance is now closed, in addition to the ongoing closure of the Yawkey Building entrance. During construction, all patients and visitors can enter through the Moakley Lobby (830 Harrison Ave), where staff will assist you in reaching your destination. The Emergency Department entrance will remain on Albany St. Please allow extra time to reach your appointment while the Menino and Yawkey entrances are closed. We appreciate your patience as we improve our facilities, and look forward to welcoming you to BMC before, during, and after construction. |
| Learn more about our Campus Redesign efforts → |
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Campus Construction Updates |
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Building for Tomorrow on BMC’s Campus
When you come to BMC’s campus, you’ll notice some big changes as we work to ensure the look of our campus matches the exceptional care you've come to expect through our Campus Redesign project. Our staff is ready to help you navigate the temporary changes as we make these exciting improvements. The Menino Building lobby entrance is now closed, in addition to the ongoing closure of the Yawkey Building entrance. During construction, all patients and visitors can enter through the Moakley Lobby (830 Harrison Ave), where staff will assist you in reaching your destination. The Emergency Department entrance will remain on Albany St. Please allow extra time to reach your appointment while the Menino and Yawkey entrances are closed. We appreciate your patience as we improve our facilities, and look forward to welcoming you to BMC before, during, and after construction. |
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It's unavoidably stressful to come in for breast imaging, but the team at Belkin does great work in moving things along efficiently and creating a supportive environment. The technician who performed my mammogram had a great technique for minimizing discomfort and my doctor was super helpful during my follow-up exam and discussion. Thanks to everyone there! |
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It's unavoidably stressful to come in for breast imaging, but the team at Belkin does great work in moving things along efficiently and creating a supportive environment. The technician who performed my mammogram had a great technique for minimizing discomfort and my doctor was super helpful during my follow-up exam and discussion. Thanks to everyone there! |
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“In Your Words” features patient comments from patient experience outreach surveys. We appreciate your time completing these surveys and for sharing your thoughts with us. The information gathered in these surveys is used to learn where we can improve, to continue to provide exceptional care to all. |
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