New CDC report finds nearly 1 in 6 American adults has diabetes
The CDC said nearly 16% of American adults have diabetes, with the vast majority being Type 2 diabetes.
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The CDC said nearly 16% of American adults have diabetes, with the vast majority being Type 2 diabetes.
Controlling blood sugars could become even easier for people with type 1 diabetes.
Controlling blood sugars could become even easier for people with type 1 diabetes. WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Coffee drinkers, we have good news for you: your daily morning cup could come with some health benefits, especially if you are inactive.
Men are at higher risk of Type 2 diabetes, and a new study says it may boil down to hormonal differences.
Men are at higher risk of Type 2 diabetes, and a new study says it may boil down to hormonal differences.
Working a night shift for even a short time could negatively impact your health and scientists are researching why.
Working a night shift for even a short time could negatively impact your health and scientists are researching why.
A new study looked at whether or not eating more avocados could help people stave off Type 2 diabetes.
Getting just a little less sleep a night could increase the risk of diabetes in women.
Getting just a little less sleep a night could increase the risk of diabetes in women.
A new study found that eating avocados may improve blood sugar control and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Those who "usually" added salt had a 20% higher risk; and those who "always" added salt had a 39% higher risk of becoming diabetic.
Researchers looked at data on men and found that adding sugar to coffee or tea was not associated with an increased risk of diabetes or death due to cancer or heart disease.
Getting more sunlight might help people with Type 2 diabetes.
A new study finds a popular leafy green vegetable could accelerate wound healing in patients with diabetes.
A new study finds a popular leafy green vegetable could accelerate wound healing in patients with diabetes.
Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital say that night owls had a 19% higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
A new study suggests that cutting down of processed meats an simple carbs could help you avoid getting diabetes.
Researchers in Melbourne, Australia have designed a new oral capsule with an outer coating that allows it to pass through the stomach unharmed.
Researchers in Melbourne, Australia have designed a new oral capsule with an outer coating that allows it to pass through the stomach unharmed and break down in the small intestine.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
Police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash in Roxbury.
Massachusetts road crews are preparing for an impactful winter storm Sunday night into Monday morning.
Despite the MBTA Communities Act, there is still resistance in many areas to affordable housing development.
For the millions of Americans who rely on TikTok as a source of income, the potential ban is causing financial concerns, especially for one Marblehead business.
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to issue an executive order on Monday to postpone the ban on TikTok from going into effect.
A quick-hitting snowstorm is set to hit most of Massachusetts Sunday night into Monday before an arctic blast of air arrives on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Massachusetts road crews are preparing for an impactful winter storm Sunday night into Monday morning.
Sunday night's storm is expected to bring up to ten inches of snow to parts of Massachusetts. The following towns and cities have issued snow emergencies and parking bans for the storm.
TikTok began restoring service to users in the United States following a temporary and voluntary shutdown.
Police are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash in Roxbury.
The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use.
Researchers in Boston have come up with an online database for shoppers to compare processed foods.
A Massachusetts doctor said he welcomes the surgeon general's proposal to add warning labels to alcohol about the links to cancer but some business owners are concerned this will affect their sales.
Massachusetts is seeing an increase in reported norovirus cases this season compared to the previous year.
A 6-year-old boy has RSV, strep throat, and pneumonia. His mother never thought a cough could escalate so fast.
A truck driver was fined $210 for a crash that caused more than a million dollars in damage.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
Despite the MBTA Communities Act, there is still resistance in many areas to affordable housing development.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is touting the fact that her new plan to solve the MBTA's financial problems does not require raising new taxes, though that could change.
Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth answered questions about misconduct allegations, war crimes and his drinking habits at his Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday.
How can you properly monitor children's screen time? An expert weighs in.
At the Consumer Electronics Show, car companies showed how dashboards, skylights and even windshields can transform into a digital playground.
A viral TikTok video lasted 11 seconds, but it made a huge impact on Oriental Gourmet on Vernon Street in Quincy.
Johnny Cupcakes is closing its flagship Boston T-shirt store after 18 years on Newbury Street.
The upcoming closures of Nordstrom department stores at two Massachusetts malls will result in 300 workers losing their jobs.
Nordstrom is closing stores that anchor two Massachusetts malls.
Many stores and supermarkets in Massachusetts are open Christmas Eve but closing early.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Dyson Daniels hit a short jumper in the lane with just over a minute left in overtime and Onyeka Okongwu made two free throws with 11 seconds left, lifting the Atlanta Hawks to a 119-115 victory over the Boston Celtics on Saturday night.
Tim Stutzle scored in the shootout to lift the Ottawa Senators to a 6-5 win over the Boston Bruins on Saturday.
Jayson Tatum scored 30 points and the Boston Celtics ran past the Orlando Magic 121-94 on Friday night.
The New England Patriots have a new head coach in Mike Vrabel, and now he needs to find an offensive coordinator to continue the development of quarterback Drake Maye
The Boston Red Sox continued to add to their pitching depth on Friday, signing veteran lefty and Brockton native Sean Newcomb to a minor-league contract.
A hawk was hit by a driver on 495 in Chelmsford and got stuck in the SUV's grille.
Why are there giant pink inflatable sculptures in downtown Boston? It's part of a new art installation.
Centuries-old angels have been uncovered at the Old North Church in Boston, made famous by Paul Revere's midnight ride.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.