Flu cases already surging in Mass., ahead of expected post-holiday spike
The flu season is off to an active start, and cases are likely to surge higher after the holiday season. Just a third of eligible people in Massachusetts have received a flu shot.
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Expiring subsidies could increase health premiums for 400,000 Massachusetts residents
Healey calls on Congress to extend ACA subsidies. -
Health chief cites 'damage to trust' on vaccines
State pledges continued access ahead of federal advisory panel meetings. -
The trending ‘miracle fix’ for anxiety: Why beta blockers are suddenly everywhere
The heart medication can ease physical symptoms of panic, making them popular for job interviews, public speaking events and more. But experts tell GBH's All Things Considered that beta blockers are not risk-free. -
Need an ambulance in Massachusetts? It could leave you thousands in debt.
Calling 911 can even leave residents in small claims court. Insurers, ambulance companies and patients all agree: it’s a “broken” ambulance billing system in Massachusetts. -
More people will need memory care soon. Is Massachusetts ready?
For many families, the decision to place a loved one in a memory care facility is heartbreaking. -
Health care premiums could skyrocket come January for Mass. residents
As Congress struggles to come to an agreement over extending Obamacare subsidies, skyrocketing costs could put health care out of reach for many. -
New mothers charged with crimes would get mental health screenings, treatments under bill
A woman who experienced postpartum psychosis wanted to have another child. Her husband had a valid fear: “What if you kill the kids?” -
3 Northeast states banned religious exemptions for vaccines. What about Massachusetts?
State law dictates how public schools approach vaccines. Proposed legislation in the Bay State would prevent parents from claiming religion as a reason for skipping vaccination. -
These Massachusetts parents sought religious exemptions to vaccines. We asked them why.
The reasons are deeply nuanced and varied, meaning the exemption covers a wide variety of circumstances. -
Nashoba Valley looks to rebuild health care with new emergency facility
After the Steward Health Care bankruptcy, Groton Fire Chief Arthur Cheeks said the region became a health care desert.