Joslin Diabetes Center

05/18/2026

This May, Beth Israel Lahey Health recognizes Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPI) by reflecting on the histories, cultures, and shared experiences that have helped strengthen communities across generations. AAPI is an umbrella term that spans 75 countries and regions from the entire Asian continent, including East, Southeast and South Asia, the Pacific Islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia, and Native Hawaiians.

When traditions, perspectives, and voices come together, they create lasting impact. This month highlights the power of unity and the ways communities grow stronger through connection, understanding, and shared purpose.

05/12/2026

As Nurses Week comes to a close, BILH leadership is proud to wish all of our nurses a happy Nurses Week and thank you for everything you do.

This year’s theme, Powered By Nurses, perfectly captures your compassion, skill, and dedication to our system every single day, in every setting and every role.

We are so proud to work alongside you and incredibly grateful for the care you provide to our patients, colleagues, and communities, this week and always. 💙

05/08/2026

Happy Nurses Week! 💙

This week, we’re highlighting the nurses whose skill, commitment, and compassion make a difference every day at Joslin Diabetes Center. Thank you for the care you provide to our patients, families, and community.

05/06/2026

Happy Nurses Week! 💙

This week, BILH is celebrating our incredible nurses, the heart of our organization and the reason so many patients and families feel supported every day. Your skill, compassion and dedication make a difference in moments big and small.

Thank you for the care you provide, the teamwork you inspire and the impact you have far beyond our walls. We are so grateful for all that you do, today and always.

04/24/2026

New research from Joslin Diabetes Center highlights a breakthrough in how the body regulates metabolism.

In a study published in Nature Metabolism, scientists identified a molecular “switch” that controls whether brown fat burns calories or stays inactive. The team found that hormonal signals can rapidly reshape the 3D structure of DNA in brown fat cells—activating key metabolic genes—with the protein H2A.Z playing a central role.

Importantly, this mechanism was also confirmed in human cells and linked to genetic risk for obesity and metabolic disease.

A promising step toward new therapies targeting one of the body’s natural calorie-burning systems. Read more about it, here: https://joslin.org/news-stories/all-news-stories/news/2026/04/study-uncovers-3d-dna-switch-in-brown-fat

Joslin researchers identify a 3D DNA switch that controls brown fat’s calorie‑burning power, opening new paths to fight obesity and diabetes.

04/16/2026

The 130th Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America is just around the corner on April 20!

For Team BILH, every mile is powered by a bigger purpose. Justin ran to honor his mom and the high-quality, compassionate care she received right in her community.

His story is just one example of why Team BILH runs and why your support matters ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4tCTWii

Make a gift today and help Team BILH arrive at the starting line strong! Giving link ⤵️ https://bit.ly/48IJayG

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04/13/2026

This April, we honor Arab American Heritage Month. At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we recognize the many cultures, histories and achievements of Arab Americans across the nation and within our own health system. Join us this month in celebrating the many voices that make our community vibrant, connected and stronger together.

03/30/2026

Happy National Doctors’ Day to the remarkable physicians across our organization. Your expertise, compassion, and commitment make an extraordinary difference in the lives of our patients and communities every single day.

Thank you for the care you provide and the leadership you demonstrate in everything you do. We are so grateful for you. 💙

03/24/2026

Team BILH is powered by dedicated individuals who go the distance for our patients, health care professionals, and communities. Their commitment—on and off the course—helps fuel compassionate care across our system.

Emily, a nurse anesthetist at BILH, reflects the passion and purpose shared by all our runners. Together, they help to ensure extraordinary health care is easily accessible in our communities.

Get to know the individuals running the 130th Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America on behalf of Team BILH! Cheer them on—and help advance the care they’re running for!

Link to learn more ⤵️
https://www.givengain.com/campaign/teambilh

Video link ⤵️
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLX8XXc6ysc

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03/06/2026

Celebrating a major milestone! 🎉

Yesterday, leaders and team members from Joslin, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center celebrated the opening of Joslin’s Adult, Pediatric, and Eye Clinics, and Clinical Research Center on BIDMC's East Campus with a celebration and ribbon cutting.

This milestone reflects years of planning, collaboration, and dedication from teams across the organization—and strengthens our shared commitment to advancing diabetes care, research, and innovation for the patients and families we serve.

Thank you to everyone whose hard work and partnership helped make this moment possible!

03/05/2026

This Women’s History Month, we honor the women whose leadership, clinical expertise and innovation continue to shape medicine and the health of our communities.

This year’s theme, Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future, celebrates the women building a more sustainable future for generations to come.