Scientists blast FDA approval of genetic test for opioid addiction
"This is a test that the leading experts in the field of genetics believe does not work at all, that it really is a sham,” one local expert said.
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PCAs, patients, advocates speak out again Healey’s proposed cuts
Healey’s proposal to keep spending flat would eliminate pay for PCAs who work fewer than 10 hours per week. -
$21 million in federal funds will boost Boston's response to youth mental health crisis
"Our young people are in crisis... [especially] Black, Latinx, Asian, LGBTQ+ and [those in] other underserved communities,” said Dr. Bisola Ojikutu. -
Growing numbers of Alzheimer's patients present challenges to Massachusetts' health care system
The state's growing number of Alzheimer's patients is part of a national trend and is leading to a growing demand for healthcare professionals to treat this patient population. -
Reflections from Chelsea and a top epidemiologist 4 years after COVID shutdowns
"We have been wrestling a truly, truly difficult opponent, and we've got to remember the things that we did right." -
Critics say Healey PCA cuts will hit 6,000 people
Federal revenue decline and cost growth is forcing MassHealth to deal with $950 million shortfall. -
Biden’s promise to cap insulin prices prompts hope and skepticism
Local health care providers and patients are eager to see a $35 cap on insulin prices, but are wary of its execution. -
Wake Up Well: How to face anxiety around money, according to a financial therapist
Money is all around us — and it can be a source of stress, anxiety and trauma. -
Mass General Brigham's new vans make health care accessible for local communities
Three new mobile medical vans will bring health care to underserved communities, including expanded services for cardiometabolic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, cancer screening, substance use disorder screening and treatment referrals and maternal health services. -
What your doctor may not have told you about your PMS
Shalene Gupta’s new book “The Cycle” explores the under-diagnosed and misunderstood premenstrual dysphoric disorder. -
Smoking replaces injection as the primary method of use in overdose deaths
While overdose rates remain high, smoking reduces some health concerns associated with injection.
