TeamWalk a Record-breaking Success!

Benefits Area Cancer Patients

Still Accepting Donations

With smiles, sneakers and inspiring stories, 5,000 cancer survivors, walkers, supporters, sponsors and volunteers celebrated the record-breaking $920,000 raised by the 14th annual event on Sunday, May 19th. These funds will enable us to provide assistance, support, and services to help people in the Merrimack Valley feel better, build confidence and instill hope throughout the cancer journey.

National Nurses Week Celebrated

Nursing:An Art & A Science

Our Dedicated Nursing Staff

National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6, also known as National Nurses Day, through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. During this period, Lowell General Hospital celebrated the exceptional nurses who dedicate themselves to caring for others. We recognized these professionals for their ongoing commitment to our patients and the community.

May is National Stroke Awareness Month

80% of Strokes are Preventable

Learn the Facts

Stroke has many faces—it can happen to anyone at any time, regardless of race, sex or age. Yet many people believe that stroke only happens to the elderly. In the United States, stroke is the fourth leading cause of death and a leading cause of serious, long-term adult disability. Recognizing symptoms and acting FAST to get medical attention can save a life and limit disabilites.

For Your Health Magazine

Spring 2013

Read Our Latest Issue

• Partnership provides around-the-clock care and expertise for pediatric patients
• Care and support services at our Cancer Center
• Screening tests for heart disease
• Spring and Summer Health & Wellness programs

and much more!

Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Affiliate

Comprehensive Cancer Care in the Community

Learn about the MGH Cancer Center

Lowell General Hospital collaborates with the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center to bring world class treatment to our patients. With affiliations for clinical research trials, multidisciplinary conferences and access to some of the world's best cancer specialists, our patients can receive the care they need without having to leave the community.