We're proud of our nurses & paramedic staff from #BIDMC & Lahey Hospital for participating in the Disaster Medical Assistance Team to provide critical medical care to those impacted by #HurricaneIan in Florida.

Our employees recently hosted an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony as a tribute to a communal tradition in Ethiopia, where coffee culture is centered around hospitality & friendship. ☕ Thanks to our Unit Coordinator, Melanie Wonderadi for leading it! Can't wait for next year's event!

Join us! The BIDMC Cancer Center is hosting a live virtual #LungCancer Screening Seminar on Nov. 1 at 12 pm. Register now to learn about the importance of screening and what you can do to prevent cancer: conta.cc/3CTFefj

Tomorrow, to wrap up #HHM22 we've got a special IG story takeover w/ 2 Hispanic residents from @bidmchealth, Cristina M. Castro-Rivera, MD, PhD & Ana Sofia Ore, MD MPH, who will each take us through a day in their life! Follow our IG at instagram.com/bethisraellahe… & stay tuned!

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center proudly recognizes and celebrates October 10, 2022, as Indigenous Peoples' Day.

We wish all who observe Yom Kippur a successful fast during this time of atonement.

October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth . There are many factors that may put you at a higher risk for #breastcancer . Fortunately, knowing the risk factors can help you make informed decisions about your breast care.

#VR in the OR: research by Brian O'Gara, MD, an anesthesiologist at BIDMC, reveals that patients using #virtualreality while undergoing hand surgery led to lower sedative doses & shorter hospital stays after surgery. Read more ⏬
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We wish you a happy Rosh Hashanah! May you have a successful and healthy year ahead!

'At BIDMC I've grown into a more confident and knowledgeable nurse,' says Rachel Bresilla, a clinical nurse at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

Interested in a meaningful health care career like hers? Check out our careers page: bit.ly/3AVp5oK

Nearly half of U.S. adults have #highbloodpressure . A new study by BIDMC's Nicholas Chiu, MD & Kenneth Mukamal, MD, shows that fewer than 30% of older adults in need of intensive treatment actually receive it. Read more ⏬
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Run the 2023 Boston Marathon® with #TeamBILH in support of BIDMC! Spots fill up quickly. Learn more and apply today at 2023.treadstrong.org!

Today marks the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth . We're proud to celebrate our Hispanic & Latinx employees, patients, families & community members. We look forward to highlighting stories that show how they can drive the future of medicine.

The experts in BIDMC's Gynecologic Oncology Program offer advanced diagnosis and treatment for ovarian cancer, in addition to cervical, uterine and vaginal cancer. Read more and learn how to refer your patients: bidmc.org/about-bidmc/we… #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth

The risk of stroke appears to double in the hour after consuming just one drink—be it wine, beer, or hard spirits.

In a new study, Murray Mittleman, MD, BIDMC, discusses the impact that #alcohol consumption plays on #stroke risk. 🔽
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Today, we remember all those we lost on 9/11, and we honor the brave heroes who risked and sacrificed their lives. #NeverForget

BIDMC & Deerfield Management, a #healthcare investment firm, have partnered in #research to accelerate the discovery of novel therapeutics.

Learn how this collaboration has the potential to transform patient care over the next decade ➡️ bit.ly/3qoV6zl

Inaccuracies in pulse oximeter readings can lead to racial disparities in care, according to researchers at HMS, Brigham and Women's Hospital and BIDMC. Harvard Health Boston.com

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#LongCOVID is common. However, with dozens of potential symptoms, it can easily be confused with other conditions. Jason H Maley, MD, MS, MD, a pulmonary disease specialist at BIDMC, discusses navigating these shared symptoms. See the WIRED article to learn more ⬇️
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