By kcaruso, 1 October, 2024

Health Literacy Annual Research Conference (HARC)

HARC attracts a wide range of investigators engaged in health literacy research including those involved in a broad array of public health, health services, epidemiology, translational, and interventional research activities. It is an opportunity to learn about health literacy and network with health literacy investigators and practitioners.

 
MelroseWakefield Hospital donation
Patient Stories
Joe’s Story: The Journey From Kidney Transplant Patient to Leading MelroseWakefield Hospital Volunteers
September 30, 2024
Learn how one Tufts Medicine kidney transplant patient continues to make a difference as a volunteer services manager, highlighting the life-changing impact of compassionate care, specialized treatments and philanthropy.
In the News
Abbott, Reckitt Face Trial Over Premature Baby Formula Amid Alarm From Doctors
September 30, 2024
Quote by Jonathan Davis, MD, Chief of Newborn Medicine at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about physician concerns about the discontinuation of premature baby formula in connection with a trial over claims that that formula caused severe intestinal illness.
In the News
Synthetic THC May Calm Agitation in Alzheimer's Patients
September 30, 2024
Quotes by Brent Forester, MD, Director of Behavioral Health for Tufts Medicine and Psychiatrist-in-Chief and Chairman of the Department of Psychiatry at Tufts Medical Center, in an article about his new study, which found that synthetic THC may be effective in reducing agitation in people with Alzheimer’s dementia.

CAH Tribute Walkway at High Pointe House

The Tribute Walkway

As visitors stroll along the brick path at High Pointe House, they feel a sense of connection and support. Each personalized brick honors a loved one, celebrates a special milestone or offers encouragement to those in need. By making a donation and inscribing a brick, you can help spread comfort and remind everyone they’re not alone on their journey.

You can honor someone special with a personalized brick in two sizes:

  • 4” x 8”: $500 donation (includes 3 lines of personalized text)
  • 8” x 8: $1,000 donation (includes 5 lines of personalized text)

You can also get a miniature version of your brick for $25, perfect for sharing your message or giving as a gift. These mini bricks can be shipped to you or directly to High Pointe House.

Bricks are installed twice a year, and you’ll be notified when yours is in place. Requests received by March 1 will be installed in the Spring and requests received by September 1 will be installed in the Fall. 

If you need help with your inscription or want more information about the Tribute Brick program, please email GivingTMCAH@tuftsmedicine.org or call 978.323.7097.

 Exterior shot of High Pointe House in Haverhill, MA
Honor a loved one or celebrate a special milestone by adding a personalized, inscribed brick to the path around High Pointe House. It's a meaningful way to remember someone special while supporting a great cause.
Donate a brick
Display title
The Tribute Walkway at High Pointe House
Family laughing in a pumpkin patch
Articles
Your Guide to Seasonal Respiratory Illnesses
September 30, 2024
Tufts Medicine’s Shira Doron, MD, Chief Infection Control Officer, Hospital Epidemiologist and Antimicrobial Steward, Professor, Tufts University School of Medicine, on preventing, identifying and treating common seasonal respiratory illnesses.
In the News
You Will Be Greatly Missed, Nick Madias
September 25, 2024
Quotes by Mark Sarnak, MD, Chief of the Division of Nephrology at Tufts Medical Center; Andrew Levey, MD, Nephrologist and Chief Emeritus of the Division of Nephrology at Tufts MC; and Ronald Perrone, MD, Nephrologist and Scientific Director of the Clinical and Translational Research Center at Tufts MC, in a tribute to the life of Nicolaos Madias, MD.
Press Releases
Study: Synthetic THC May Reduce Agitation in Patients with Alzheimer’s Dementia
September 26, 2024
The drug was found to be safe and well-tolerated; positive impact on patients helped reduce caregiver stress.
In the News
What To Know About Flu, COVID Shots As the Season Approaches
September 24, 2024
Shira Doron, MD, Chief Infection Control Officer for Tufts Medicine and Hospital Epidemiologist at Tufts Medical Center, in a story about important things to know about flu and COVID-19 vaccines, as respiratory virus season approaches.