These 10 MA Hospitals Are Ranked Among Best For Maternity Care

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2026 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. Here are the Massachusetts hospitals that made the list.

Highly Contagious Norovirus Spreading Rapidly In MA: What To Know

Norovirus cases typically spike after Christmas and New Year’s gatherings.

Nationwide Baby Formula Botulism Outbreak Spreads To Massachusetts

The botulism outbreak linked to baby formula has infected 39 infants across the country.

Epoch Senior Living Hosts Dementia Expert Dr. Brent Forester

The December 9 workshop is part of a series of educational programming to support families

MA Flu Cases Rising As New Variant Spreads

Massachusetts health officials said there has been a significant increase in hospitalizations since the start of November.

Popular Deli Brand Recalling Cheese In MA Over Listeria Risk Just Before Thanksgiving

The listeria bacteria can cause very serious, life-threatening infections, officials said.

New Flu Mutation Causes Severe Illness: See Latest MA Data

Massachusetts emergency rooms typically see an increase in COVID-19, influenza and RSV rates during the holidays.

EPOCH Senior Living raises more than $46,000 to Fight Alzheimer's Disease

Team members at 12 EPOCH locations raised funds during October walks and events

Here Are The Top 50 Nursing Homes In MA, According To U.S. News

Boston ranks among the best metropolitan areas in the country for nursing homes, according to the ratings.

17 MA Hospitals Earn 'A' Grade In New Safety Ranking

The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades are a biannual ranking that assigns a A, B, C, D or F to all U.S. general hospitals.

Baby Formula Recalled In MA; 15 Infant Botulism Cases Reported In U.S.

A manufacturer of organic baby formula is recalling products due to a multi-state botulism outbreak.

More Than 300,000 In Massachusetts Could Pay More For Health Insurance If Federal Tax Credits Expire

Those costs were at the heart of the Democrats' resistance to agreeing to a new bill to fund the federal government.

Here’s Where Massachusetts Ranks In Terms Of Obesity

Obesity has nearly tripled throughout the past 60 years in the country.

Pasta Sauce Sold In MA Recalled Due To Health Risk, FDA Says

Three types of pasta sauce made by a New England company and sold at grocery stores is subject to a federal recall.

6 Now Dead, More Ill In Widespread Listeria Outbreak: What To Know In MA

The Listeria outbreak linked to pre-packaged pasta meals sold at various grocery stores has now killed six people.

Can't Find A Doctor? Massachusetts Health Care System Uses AI To Help Speed Things Up

If you're a patient at Mass General Brigham (MGB), Artificial Intelligence (AI) may help connect you to a new doctor.

Players Attempt 100 Innings Of Baseball In Massachusetts To Raise Money For ALS Research

The group made it to 53 innings, spread out over two days, before it was called due to the impending nor'easter.

Microscopic Worms Are Attacking Trees In The Northeast. Experts Say Beech Leaf Disease Could Be Devastating.

Beech Leaf Disease is spreading around the Northeast and the microscopic worms that come with it are attacking trees in Massachusetts.

This MA Children’s Hospital Among Nation’s Best: U.S. News Rankings

The 2025-2026 Best Children’s Hospitals report released Tuesday includes both national and state and regional rankings.

Epoch Senior Living Continues Educational Series for Families in Partnership with McLean Hospital

Second session featuring guest experts on dementia to be held on October 28

Massachusetts Cranberry Farmers Choosing To Restore Their Bogs Into Wetlands Amid Economic Headwinds

Massachusetts has restored over 500 acres of wetlands over the past 15 years through the program, with another 500 acres planned.

Gov. Healey Slams Trump, RFK Jr. As MA Calls For COVID-19 Vaccines For All Over 6 Months

Bay State pharmacies will be required to administer the shots, with insurance companies compelled to cover the cost.

MA No. 1 In The Country For This Health Measure, New Study Says

Every state in New England was found to be among the nation's leaders in a key measure of public health.

Radioactive Shrimp Recall Expands To More Products Sold In MA

Products sold under various brand names in 9 states are being recalled, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

First MA Human West Nile Virus Case Of Season Confirmed

The state Department of Public Health said a woman in her 70s in Middlesex County contracted the mosquito-borne disease.

New COVID-19 Vaccine Restrictions: What It Means For MA Residents

Newly approved vaccines for COVID-19 target the newest variant and are in place ahead of the coming respiratory illness season.

‘Razor Blade’ COVID-19 Variant Stratus Drives Up Cases In MA

The variant was first detected in January in Southeast Asia.

West Nile Virus Risk Elevated In 10 MA Towns: State

About one of 150 infected with West Nile virus develops a serious, sometimes fatal, illness, according to the CDC.

How Shifting Vaccine Policy Could Affect MA School-Age Children

Shifts in federal vaccine policy could affect school children.

There Are Over 30 Harmful Algae Blooms In Massachusetts Lakes And Ponds Right Now: See The List

In Brookline on Tuesday, the town warned that a harmful bloom has been confirmed at the Brookline Reservoir, a popular walking area.

Why Is It So Hard To Find A Primary Care Doctor In Massachusetts? There Are Several Reasons.

Some patients said they've been left waiting weeks—or longer—for appointments.

Bat Flew Into MA Woman's Mouth, Costing Her $20K in Medical Bills: Report

The Massachusetts woman was on vacation in Arizona when the bat flew into her mouth, KFF Health News reported.

New COVID Variant 'Stratus' Has This Distinctive Symptom: See Latest MA Data

The Stratus variant may be better than others at evading immunity protection, according to experts.

RFK Jr. Halts $500 Million For MRNA Vaccine Research

A Moderna spokesperson told CBS News that the company's H5N1 (bird flu) contract was canceled in May.

These Are The Best Hospitals In MA, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

U.S. News evaluated more than 4,440 hospitals based on their performance across 30 medical and surgical services.

Ice Cream Bars Sold In MA May Be Contaminated With Listeria

​The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers not to eat 10 brands of ice cream bars.

Police, Doctors Warn Of E-Bike Dangers As Use Skyrockets In Massachusetts

Druv Manik told WBZ, in comparison to a traditional bike, "I like these a lot better because they're faster and I don't use much energy."

Potentially Fatal Virus Detected In MA Mosquitoes: MDPH

Eastern equine encephalitis was detected in mosquitoes for the first time this year in Massachusetts on Monday, the state reported.

Dozens Of MA Beaches Closed Ahead Of Sun-Splashed Summer Weekend: See Latest Update

The number of beaches closed to swimming in Massachusetts dropped from nearly 40 to 25 as of Friday morning.

Charles River Swim Canceled Due To High Bacteria Levels

The Charles River Conservancy, which organizes the event, hopes to reschedule for later this summer or potentially even in the fall.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.