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HPC: Partners, Mass Eye and Ear deal could cost $61M annually

The Massachusetts Health Policy Commission said the deal could increase healthcare spending in the state by up to $61 million per year.

WPI researchers develop ‘sperm sorting’ device

A group of researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Stanford University have developed a device that selects faster, healthier sperm to be used during in vitro fertilization.
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Biostage closes $4.2M investment with Chinese group, Conn. hospital

Holliston-based Biostage announced Wednesday the closing of a $4.2-million private investment primarily with a Chinese investment group and a Connecticut children's hospital.

GAAMHA CEO joins MWCC board

The CEO of a Gardner-area human services organization has been appointed to the board of directors at Mount Wachusett Community College.

Holliston medical pot operation can begin growing

A Holliston medical marijuana facility has received final approval from Massachusetts health officials to begin cultivation operations.

Littleton radiation treatment firm gets FDA clearance for new proton therapy system

Littleton radiation treatment firm Mevion Medical Systems has received federal clearance for a new proton therapy treatment system.
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Pulse Check: Reasons for uninsurance

Here are the most common reasons people cite for uninsurance in Mass.

Cost is too high 61%
Lost eligibility for subsidized plans 39.3%
Employer coverage not available 27.2%
Lost or changed job 23.5%
Don't know how to get 17.9%
 
 
 
 
 
Source: Massachusetts Center for Health Information and Analysis
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People on the Move

Anne-Marie Jette retired at the end of December after 23 years at Jewish Healthcare Center in Worcester. Jette is a longtime director of clinical services who began working at the center as the director of nursing. Jette, of Spencer, received her registered nurse license from Becker College and has a bachelor in nursing from Anna Maria College.

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