Health

In recent decades, tick populations have boomed in Vermont and other Northeastern states — as have tick-borne diseases like Lyme. Scientists say climate change is one piece of the puzzle, but it’s not the only thing driving the expansion of their range.

"We know that plastics are already causing harm to human health at every stage of their production, their use, and their disposal." Dr. Phil Landrigan, Director of the Program for Global Public Health and the Common Good

Despite the decline in cigarette smoking among adults, there has been a rise in the number of young people using some types of nicotine products.

The new COVID-19 boosters could be ready as soon as August. Experts say if you are overdue for a shot, wait for the new formula.

NPR's A Martínez speaks with event rider Jonathan Holling about safety concerns and measures in equestrian sports, which are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries for U.S. athletes.

Erin Cummings was still dealing with new cancer, surgeries, and heart failure decades after beating Hodgkin lymphoma as a teenager. She learned she was far from alone.

A team in California has developed a new way to use ultrasound imaging to provide a new view of brain activity — through a small window in the skull of one man.

1 in 7 people in Mass. now get their abortions by telehealth.

16 cases of mpox have been diagnosed this year, raising concern of a resurgence.

The postpartum pilot offers extra support to high-risk parents, hoping to curb maternal health inequities in Massachusetts.