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Health Beat: It’s not too late to protect yourself

WebPatients can schedule an appointment to receive the flu, RSV, or COVID vaccine through Patient Gateway, or by calling the hospital call center at 508-684-4500. …

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Respiratory illness cases rising on Martha’s Vineyard

WebThe Martha’s Vineyard boards of health issued a warning for Islanders to be cautious of various respiratory diseases this winter. These include COVID-19, flu, and …

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Visiting physician sheds new light on Lyme disease

WebPositron emission tomography, or PET scan, is an imaging test that uses a radioactive substance that shows brain functioning. Dr. Zubcevik said PET scan of a …

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Flu clinic open to public on Nov. 7

WebAn Island-wide partnership of health organizations will be offering a flu clinic open to the public on Nov. 7, according to officials at the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital. The clinic will …

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Health Beat: Tick-borne diseases: We’re not out of the …

WebTesting for tick-borne diseases at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital this summer backed up that assumption. The hospital conducted 1,084 babesia tests from June 1 to …

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The aging of Martha’s Vineyard: Costs, benefits, and …

WebPerhaps the most revealing projected aging demographic is that by 2030, slightly more than a decade from now, 1 in 3 Vineyarders will be 65 or older. Better …

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Health Imperatives granted $374,000 for new program

WebHealth Imperatives Martha’s Vineyard has been awarded $374,000 by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the implementation of a new program aimed …

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Treating substance-use disorder on Martha’s Vineyard

WebMarina Lent is no stranger to substance-use disorder. She became an emergency medical technician when she first moved to Martha’s Vineyard in 1999, and …

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A quick list of community resources

WebUpdated August 4 Senior services M.V. Center for Living, 508-939-9440 Tisbury Council on Aging, 508-696-4205 Oak Bluffs Council on Aging, 508-693-4509 …

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Statistics show Island’s challenges with SUD

WebDrug and alcohol abuse on Martha’s Vineyard is more prevalent than it is in most of the rest of the country. According to the 2004 Health Report, 31 percent of full …

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Island health agents confirm COVID uptick

WebThe Martha’s Vineyard boards of health say that they are seeing a higher number of COVID-19 cases over the past month. Spokesperson for the six Island boards …

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Island clinic to provide abortion services

WebThe governor announced Wednesday that Health Imperatives on Martha's Vineyard is a recipient of grant funds to allow for abortion and other reproductive services.

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Joint School provides the calm before the surgery

WebTo learn more about Joint School, call 508-957-9531. To schedule an appointment with the orthopedics department, call 508-696-1052. Health Beat is …

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Housing, nursing shortage impacts on-Island healthcare staffing.

WebAlthough the pandemic is considered over, some Island healthcare providers are still feeling its effects on employment. Martha’s Vineyard Hospital has nearly 200 …

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‘The future of nursing home care on-Island’

WebAccording to research conducted by Healthy Aging Martha’s Vineyard (HAMV), the senior demographic on the Island is growing rapidly, and the data shows …

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Dead birds prompt warnings across Island

WebLent said dead domestic and wild birds can be reported to the state. “Sick or dead domestic birds (chickens, turkeys, gamebirds, domestic ducks, etc.) should be …

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No need to go off-Island for these healthcare services

WebDon’t be confused by the schedules mentioned above; making an appointment for any of the specialties at the hospital is easier than it may sound. Just call …

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Senate passes menstrual products access bill

WebThe Massachusetts Senate unanimously passed two bills late last week that would provide better access to menstrual products and help reduce the spread of HIV. …

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