Why are more young people having heart attacks?
While heart attack rates are declining in older populations, they’re rising among younger adults — those in their 30s, and even their 20s.
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Americans who live alone report depression at higher rates, but social support helps
The number of people living alone in the U.S. jumped to nearly 38 million. A new study shows people who live alone are more likely to report depression if they didn't have other social supports. -
Shots can be scary and painful for kids. One doctor has a plan to end needle phobia
Research suggests the biggest source of pain for children in the health care system is needles. One California doctor says the fear of needles is a serious problem, but proposes some simple solutions. -
Many LGBTQ, unmarried veterans in Mass. could soon get IVF benefits for the first time
Changes could be coming at both the federal and state level. But for now, many veterans still can't get coverage. -
Wake Up Well: Facing Valentine's Day when you feel lonely
"You have more power than you think," says Celeste The Therapist. -
On Roxbury Walgreens’ last day, local community leaders consider legal action
The closure follows other shutdowns in Mattapan, Hyde Park and a separate Roxbury location. The trend is raising concerns that Boston's communities of color are losing important access to health care. -
Wake Up Well: Why we talk about mental health
There's been more of a push to talk about our mental health, and this year we are joining that conversation with a new series called Wake Up Well. -
Wake Up Well: Help us talk about mental health
We want to know: What mental health-related topics do you wish people spoke about more? And what experiences have you had in caring for your mental well-being? -
Boston families will have access to grants from opioid settlement funds
The city of Boston announced the "Family Overdose Support Fund" for families who lost loved ones in the opioid epidemic. It's the first use of the city's payments from Massachusetts' $230 million settlement with opioid manufacturers. -
'We need it yesterday' say families urging establishment of overdose prevention centers
State bill would permit overdose prevention centers; they are still illegal under federal law. -
Black Americans experience high levels of stress. What are ways to stay healthy?
Black Americans are more likely to experience economic hardship, as well as other stressors.
