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"Una de las razones par la cual yo decidi ponerme la vacuna ( Covi D19 ) es para servir coma un ejemplo para las Hispanos, para las Latinos," dijo Cristian Rafael Marichal, R.N. de Davenport 8 despues de que se puso la vacuna. Cuando estabamos hablando acerca del Virus Corona, hay muchos pacientes Latinos en las pisos. Yo quiero que ellos ( Los latinos ) me miren coma un ejemplo y se vacunen. "Yo creo que esta ( vacuna ) es una de las soluciones para que podamos reunirnos con nuestras familias pero al mismo tiempo, manter nuestras familias saludables. Nosotros coma Hispanos, yo se que esto es alga de lo cual siempre estamos preocupados."

We are working closely with other members of Mass General Brigham to provide the latest information about #COVID19vaccines. Updates are made daily to this page: https://massgeneralbrigham.org/covid19/vaccine

Michele Hnath, R.N., NSMC Clinical Leader in the Intensive Care Unit, has now received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. She made history December 16, as the first staff member at NSMC to receive the vaccine. After researching the vaccine, she knew that it was the best way to protect herself, family and community from the virus.

NSMC and North Shore Physicians Group staff participated in multiple volunteer efforts yesterday to support and strengthen our community in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., Day and National Day of Service. Some of these individuals volunteered at My Brother's Table helping prepare meals for North Shore residents. Others baked cookies for My Brother’s Table and/or made cards and letters for our patients in the Epstein Center for Behavioral Health In the great words of MLK, Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘what are you doing for others?’. It’s humbling to see our staff internalizing this message.

NSMC Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine physician Dr. Richard Kahn was interviewed by WBUR this morning and asked about how the hospital is handling this current surge of COVID-19 patients. "We are better positioned now" than we were during the spring, he says. Salem Hospital saw so many critically ill patients during that time that we had to double our ICU-capacity in order to take care of everyone. This time around, member hospitals in the Mass General Brigham network ar...e practicing "level loading" as a strategy, which means sharing the patient load among the hospitals so that one hospital does not get overwhelmed. "In the last few weeks we have reached maximum capacity at the hospital, but we have been able to send some patients down to Mass General and Brigham and Women's Hospital, which has helped a lot.," Dr. Kahn says. Bob Oakes asked Dr. Kahn about how hospital staff is faring in the face of post-holiday surges. "Morale is definitely impacted," Dr. Kahn confirms. The fact that many people traveled and gathered indoors against all recommendations not to do so has directly led to a greater influx of patients with COVID-19. But at the same time the mood and spirits of our staff have recently been lifted by the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, now well underway for hospital staff. "One of our nurses in the ICU, Michelle Hnath, R.N., ICU, was the first person at NSMC to receive the Pfizer vaccine. I will remember that moment for all of us.... it gives us a great feeling of hope, not for now, but for the future, we see a future that may lead to some kind of normalcy for all of us." https://www.wbur.org//20/12/31/icu-capacity-surge-holidays

(Part 4 of 4) As we look forward to 2021, we are filled with optimism and hope knowing that our incredible staff will lead the way to a better and healthier future. They’ve fought COVID-19 with determination and drive and will continue to have the opportunity to receive the COVID-19 vaccination to better protect themselves and their families from contracting the virus. May we all experience a healthier, happier and safer new year. And as always, to all our incredible staff, thank you.

(Part 3 of 4)To say that our staff have been incredible this year would be an understatement. Our frontline staff went above and beyond as caregivers, often times taking on the roles of family and friends for those who were in the hospital with COVID-19. To adjust to the ‘new normal’ our staff have been innovative and creative to solve some of the biggest issues in our community. This includes volunteering at Care Kit Distribution events in cities throughout the North Shore, participating in virtual Town hall events to communicate with the cities we serve, and utilizing video chat services to connect family members with their loved ones. To all our incredible staff, thank you.

No one spreads more holiday cheer than our small NSMC Birthplace patients and their families. Take a look below at some of our 'holiday babies'.

Thank you to all who attended and volunteered at the City of Lynn community health event this past Saturday. Our NSMC and NSPG team helped the Lynn Department of Public Health administer 331 flu vaccines to Lynn residents, providing many families vital protection against the flu. Our volunteers also helped distribute 1,000 care kits with masks, hand sanitizer, soap and educational information on staying healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Calling all Registered Nurses: Attend Our Virtual Hiring Event Thursday, October 29, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., we will host a virtual hiring event on Indeed for Registered Nurses. RSVP or learn more here, https://events.indeed.com/event/70519/?from=fb. Please have your resume on hand. Our nursing culture supports a sense of belonging by acknowledging your contributions. We recognize, reward and invest in the people who share our commitment to excellence in quality care, patient sa...tisfaction and the health of our community. Become a part of our team and work where you belong. As a member of Mass General Brigham, we offer an exceptional practice environment and ample opportunities for advancement and leadership. We are the largest healthcare provider on the North Shore and one of its largest employers. Learn more about our virtual hiring event here https://events.indeed.com/event/70519/?from=fb.

Calling all Registered Nurses: Attend Our Virtual Hiring Event Wednesday, October 29, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., we will host a virtual hiring event on Indeed for Registered Nurses. RSVP or learn more here, https://events.indeed.com/event/70519/?from=fb. Please have your resume on hand. Our nursing culture supports a sense of belonging by acknowledging your contributions. We recognize, reward and invest in the people who share our commitment to excellence in quality care, patient s...atisfaction and the health of our community. Become a part of our team and work where you belong. As a member of Mass General Brigham, we offer an exceptional practice environment and ample opportunities for advancement and leadership. We are the largest healthcare provider on the North Shore and one of its largest employers. Learn more about our virtual hiring event here https://events.indeed.com/event/70519/?from=fb.

Wear a Mask, Wash your Hands, Schedule a Mammogram. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth It is very important to reschedule mammograms and breast screening appointments and take care of health needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. At North Shore Medical Center, we offer state-of-the-art screening technology and easy access to appointments to help women stay healthy. We provide you with a full spectrum of exceptional breast health care and support in a convenient and patient-focused man...ner. NSMC collaborates closely with the Breast Health program at the @Mass General/North Shore Cancer Center in Danvers to provide patients with the most advanced care. Don’t delay life-saving breast cancer screenings and follow-up appointments. We have locations throughout the North Shore including Salem, Lynn, Peabody, Danvers, and Rowley. To schedule an appointment with us, visit our website at nsmc.partners.org/breast_health to learn more and view the full list of our locations.

Attention Endoscopy/Colonoscopy Patients: We have opened the Wheelock 5 entrance for endoscopy and colonoscopy patients only. To get to Wheelock 5, enter the campus through the Lower Entrance and follow signs to Upper Level parking. Wheelock is to the right of the Surgicenter. Signs have been added to the campus to help direct you. You may also review our campus map: https://nsmc.partners.org/welcoming-back/salem-campus-map REMINDER: Most patients and visitors coming to our campus are directed to use our Main Entrance. Exceptions to this are patients/visitors coming to our Emergency Department, Birthplace, Lab/Vascular services, Infusion services, Wellness Center and Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation programs. Patients of those services listed above should report to the service’s designated entrance.

Next Wednesday, October 28, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., we will host a virtual hiring event on Indeed for sterile processing technicians. RSVP or learn more here, https://events.indeed.com/event/70304/. Please have your resume on hand and we encourage you to complete our online application prior to the event, https://bit.ly/31uYQmO. Our workplace culture strives on recognizing, rewarding and investing in our staff. Our team is committed to excellence in quality care, patient satisfacti...on and the health of our community. As a member of Mass General Brigham, we offer an exceptional practice environment and ample opportunities for advancement and learning. Come work where you belong. NSMC is the largest healthcare provider on the North Shore and one of its largest employers. We offer comprehensive care and a commitment to exceptional quality, safety and kindness. Join our mission to provide a welcoming environment to employees, patients and families of diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, ages, lifestyles and physical abilities. Learn more about our virtual hiring event here https://events.indeed.com/event/70304/.

NSMC President David Roberts, M.D., briefly spoke yesterday, alongside of City of Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll and Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, and urged the community to stay vigilant in masking, social distancing and frequent hand washing. He also shared several reasons as to why you should practice these prevention methods including: - They help prevent you from getting sick. - They help prevent you from getting other people sick, particularly those who are high-ri...sk. - It helps protect your community healthcare workers who worked tirelessly to treat and care for COVID-19 patients earlier this spring and summer. We all need to do our part to #stopthespread.

Free flu vaccination and COVID-19 prevention care kits for Lynn residents! This Saturday, October 24, all residents of Lynn are invited to drop by between 10 am 2 pm at Classical High School and Breed Middle Schools in Lynn. Residents will be able to receive a flu shot and a care kit with masks, hand sanitizer, soap and information about primary care services through North Shore Physicians Group and Lynn Community Health Center. Residents do not need to have health insuran...ce to receive a flu shot, and residents will not be asked about their immigration status. NOTE: We have translated information about primary care services into Arabic, Cape Verdean Creole, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Vietnamese Please feel free to share with anyone you know who would benefit from reading about this in that language. Fliers are here: https://nsmc.partners.org/covid-19-nsmc-updates/faqs Since the summer we have been collaborating with our Community Health and other colleagues at Mass General Brigham, as well as North Shore Physicians Group and Lynn Community Health Center, to bring COVID-19 prevention care kits and information to North Shore communities where there is a higher incidence of COVID.

Joint pain doesn't wait for COVID-19 to end and neither should you. Orthopedic Surgeon Michael Kolosky, D.O., is urging you to get the care you need. It's important to stay active, even during COVID-19. Our experts can see you through in-person or virtual visit. To learn more, visit our website: https://nsmc.partners.org/orthopedics.

Worldwide, experts are urging everyone to get the flu vaccination, with this year being especially important to do so. Both COVID-19 and the flu can become a life-threatening respiratory illness for some patients. Protect yourself and your family by getting your flu shots as soon as you can. North Shore Physicians Group has been running flu clinics since early September (https://www.northshorephysicians.org/flu-clinics). If you are not an NSPG patient, speak to your primary care physician's practice to find out when they are providing flu shots. Learn more about the importance of flu vaccinations: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/keyfacts.htm

Staff in the NSMC Birthplace and Special Care Nursery (SCN) are going above and beyond to ensure our new moms and little ones feel especially safe and comfortable during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gabriela Toussaint delivered her baby, Alondra, without a support person but received all of the support and encouragement she needed from her care team. Her care team even organized a video chat between Gabriela, her husband, Reggie, and her six-year-old daughter, Frida, to ensure the...y all were able to experience this special moment together. Melina Reyes-Mendoza gave birth 115 days early. Her daughter, Candi, required additional care and was treated by neonatology experts from NSMC's SCN and Massachusetts General Hospital's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Staff kept Melina informed and involved early step of the way, making her experience less stressful and enabling her to focus on her baby. Read their stories and the stories of our other moms here, https://bit.ly/2FWZhPl.

We're proud to share that Ed Timpani, a 14-year veteran of NSMC’s Police and Security Department was recently promoted to sergeant and second shift supervisor (3 11:30 p.m.) at Salem Hospital. Sgt. Timpani has spent most of his career at NSMC Union Hospital, where he was a widely respected and well-known for his professional approach and dedication to ensuring the safety of staff, patients, and visitors. As shift supervisor, he will manage a team of officers who respond to ...all security alerts and calls on the Salem Campus. Sgt. Timpani is a gifted mentor, skilled at teaching officers how to safely de-escalate volatile situations. Please join the NSMC community in congratulating him and wishing him the best in this new role. Pictured (left to right): Director of Police and Security Paul Ames, Security Manager Shane Bergeron, Sgt. Ed Timpani, Senior Vice President of Operations Mary Jo Gagnon and Sgt. Jim Rumrill.

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth. And you can’t talk about breast cancer without talking about mammograms. Early detection of breast cancer can save a woman’s life. It opens up more treatment plans and options for patients and physicians. If a mammogram appointment is on your calendar, keep it there. Learn more about our Breast Health services by visiting our website, https://nsmc.partners.org/breast_health or to schedule a mammogram, please call 978-573-4444.