June 11, 2010- Hallmark Health System is pleased to announce that the organization has been named to the Boston Business Journal “Best Places to Work” list for the seventh year in a row. The award recognizes organizations’ achievements in creating a positive work environment that attracts and retains employees through a combination of employee satisfaction, working conditions and company culture.

June 4, 2010- Hallmark Health System, which includes Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford and Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, is pleased to announce that the organization has received a sizable grant from the Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. “For the Best Health, Remember Breast Health” is a three-part education and support program meant to serve women in Burlington, Everett, Malden, Medford, Melrose, North Reading, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield, Wilmington, Winchester, and Woburn.

May 27, 2010- Hallmark Health System, which includes Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford and Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, is pleased to announce the formation of “Professional Voices for Health,” the speakers bureau of Hallmark Health.

Hallmark Health’s Community Benefits mission is a commitment to building and sustaining a strong, vibrant and healthy community. Let Hallmark Health’s engaging speakers assist your organization in providing presentations that focus on improving the health of residents in the workplace and in the community.

May 21, 2010- Hallmark Health System, which includes Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford and Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, is pleased to announce the organization has officially begun its journey toward Magnet nursing recognition.

Hallmark Health submitted its formal application for Magnet recognition to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) earlier this year. Magnet recognition is the highest and most prestigious international distinction a healthcare organization or hospital can receive for nursing excellence and outstanding patient care. It is considered the “gold standard” for nursing.