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Mass General Brigham Faces Scrutiny Over Nurses' Tumors

4/7/2025

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Mass General Brigham Newton-Wellesley Hospital is under scrutiny as five nurses from its maternity unit are diagnosed with brain tumors. While the hospital claims no environmental hazards were found, eleven nurses have reported health concerns. The Massachusetts Nurses Association is challenging these findings and launching its own investigation, raising alarms about the safety of healthcare workers.

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Mass General Brigham Newton-Wellesley Hospital is under scrutiny as five nurses from its maternity unit are diagnosed with brain tumors. While the hospital claims no environmental hazards were found, eleven nurses have reported health concerns. The Massachusetts Nurses Association is challenging these findings and launching its own investigation, raising alarms about the safety of healthcare workers.