Nursing Home Watch (CMS): CMS data for Q1 2026 shows Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Sandisfield is owned by Athena Health Care Systems MA, LLC and earned a CMS overall rating of 2 (below Massachusetts’ 3.1 average), with one fine totaling $29,440 and one penalty. Nursing Home Watch (CMS): In Hampshire County, Pioneer Valley Health & Rehabilitation is owned by the Cuzzupoli Family 2011 Irrevocable Trust and Joseph Cuzzupoli, with a Q1 2026 CMS overall rating of 1 and no fines or penalties reported. Nursing Home Watch (CMS): Williamstown Commons Nursing & Rehab, owned by Willowood Extended Care Services, Inc., is a non-profit with a Q1 2026 CMS overall rating of 4, no fines or penalties, and an average daily census of 134. Public Health: Massachusetts DPH is investigating multiple breast cancer diagnoses and precancerous conditions among teachers at Uxbridge High School; indoor air quality testing is set for June 4 and officials say there’s no evidence of immediate danger. Medical Innovation: MIT researchers report early experience with a noninvasive ultrasound pacemaker—an external “sticker” that stimulates the heart without an implant. Care Access (Kids): Boston Children’s Hospital continues expanding its Waltham presence after taking over the former Waltham Hospital site, aiming to keep pediatric care local. Tick Season Alert: Saugus health officials report rising tick activity and Lyme risk, citing recent Lyme cases and ER visits for tick-borne illnesses.