Overview

• A sixth staff member from the fifth-floor maternity unit at Newton-Wellesley Hospital has been diagnosed with a benign brain tumor, according to the hospital's Department of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
• The hospital's investigation, ongoing since December 2024, has involved environmental testing and expert reviews but has found no evidence linking the tumors to workplace conditions.
• The Massachusetts Nurses Association continues its independent inquiry, arguing that the hospital's testing was not comprehensive and may have overlooked potential risks.
• Union representatives and some staff members suggest the actual number of affected employees could be higher than the six officially confirmed cases, citing additional health concerns among other workers.
• The union plans to release the findings of its investigation by the end of April, while hospital officials emphasize their commitment to staff and patient safety.