Innovative ACL reconstruction now approved for patients as young as 7
The ACL surgery has been around for years, but now has been cleared for children as young as 7.
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The ACL surgery has been around for years, but now has been cleared for children as young as 7.
An increasing number of young people are tearing their ACLs, and an innovative procedure is now approved for use on the youngest patients.
A new study finds many adults are self-diagnosing with ADHD, mainly due to information and misinformation on social media.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer's question on kidney stones and how you know you have one.
Experts spoke to CBS News and say taking a moment to slow down the body and quiet the mind through stretching could help lead to better sleep.
Researchers at USC surveyed more than 10,000 high school students and found that while the number of teens vaping declined, about twice as many teens used nicotine pouches in 2024 than in 2023.
Urban Pharm sells "shrubs," or drinking vinegar mixed with flavors that can also be used in cocktails or mocktails.
These lumps are lymph nodes or glands that are located all over the body, including behind the ears, and contain immune cells that help fight infection.
According to Medscape, a team at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles is testing a new app that allows for radiation-free monitoring at home.
Canadian researchers looked at 6 million individuals 45 years or older with no history of dementia and found that those with cannabis use severe enough to require treatment in an ER or hospital may be at increased risk of being diagnosed with dementia.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question on whether the shingles vaccine can lower the risk of dementia in patients.
Eli Lilly, which makes Zepbound and Mounjaro, reports that in a phase one clinical trial, a once daily GLP-1 pill helped lower the hemoglobin A1C, a measure of blood sugar control, in people with type 2 diabetes.
Surgeons at Boston's Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to help patients whose skin cancer surgery has left their noses disfigured. WBZ-TV's Mallika Marshall reports
It may sound creepy, but it is a revolutionary update in the dentistry world. A team of scientists is one step closer to growing human teeth in a lab.
People who have diets full of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and more are less likely to develop heart disease and break a bone as they age.
A team in China found that gestational diabetes increased the risk of neurodevelopmental disease in children by 28%.
Is fluoride actually good or bad for you? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers common questions about fluoride.
Third Exposure offers mental health and education for fathers in Boston. WBZ-TV's Courtney Cole sits down with founder James Lambert III.
Animal teeth are sharp and pointy, and they can deposit bacteria deep into the tissue, greatly increasing the risk of infection.
Warmer temperatures are causing plants to bloom earlier and produce more pollen, therefore, there’s just more pollen in the air.
Researchers at the University of Sydney assessed the oral health of women and found that those with the poorest oral health were more likely to suffer from migraines and body pain.
You first want to stop the burning process by running cool water over the area or applying a cool washcloth for 10 minutes or so. Then apply petroleum jelly or an antibiotic ointment and cover it with a bandage.
Norwegian researchers looked at more than 45,000 young adults and found that each one-hour increase in screen use after going to bed raised the risk of insomnia by 59% and shortened sleep duration by 24 minutes.
A eighth grader from Andover turned a personal moment into an invention that could bring peace of mind to those with epilepsy. WBZ-TV's Jacob Wycoff reports.
Cellulitis usually occurs after there is a break in the skin, from a cut, abrasion, ulcer, bug bite, or even a rash, allowing bacteria to enter.
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Police in Barnstable, Massachusetts, say a 74-year-old man was violently assaulted after a road rage incident.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced new measures to strengthen postpartum and mental healthcare.
"Widow's Bay" is set in a fictional New England island town, but many of its recognizable sights can be found an hour north of Boston.
"Widow's Bay" is set in a fictional New England island town, but many of its recognizable sights can be found an hour north of Boston.
Lindsay Clancy's Massachusetts murder trial has gained international attention, which has also put a spotlight on jurors in the case.
Judge William Sullivan has extended his previous order concealing the names of jurors in Lindsay Clancy's high-profile murder trial indefinitely.
Ed Sheeran is speaking out about the decision to drop Macklemore from his tour, and his conversation with New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft.
Police in Barnstable, Massachusetts, say a 74-year-old man was violently assaulted after a road rage incident.
In Massachusetts, one high school explained steps it has taken to try and reduce head injuries.
This year, ER visits for tick bites have increased dramatically, corresponding with a new threat: a rise in Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), where one bite from a lone star tick can make you violently allergic to red meat. How can you best avoid tick bites?
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Sydney Towle, known for her social media content about living with a rare form of cancer called cholangiocarcinoma, died Wednesday in Bethesda, Maryland.
Massachusetts has seen more than 100 cyclospora cases this summer, with some linked to lettuce.
A former FAA special agent says the 9/11 attacks never should have happened because the government was aware of the vulnerabilities.
According to I-Team sources, a Massachusetts State Police trooper allegedly targeted his former girlfriend with racist messages after she began dating a man of color.
Massachusetts State Police have opened an internal affairs investigation after an alleged sexual assault at the department's Oak Bluffs barracks, the WBZ-TV I-Team has learned.
After a man sold his pickup truck on eBay he said the company held onto half his money - nearly $12,000. Here's how it was resolved.
A windshield replacement error knocked out the safety features in Meg Burke's car. When she paid nearly $500 to get it fixed, she couldn't get Safelite to pay her back, so she called the I-Team's Call for Action.
Jon Keller said it's a mistake to think that young people will automatically gravitate to a younger candidate in Massachusetts.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
The immersive WNDR Museum in Boston's Downtown Crossing is set to close down just two years after it opened.
Panera Bread is moving its headquarters from St. Louis to Weston, Massachusetts.
Breaking Grounds Cafe, a Peabody, Massachusetts coffee shop known for employing people with disabilities, is closing.
The buildings that house the Somerville Theatre and the Capitol Theatre in Arlington, Massachusetts are for sale.
Golden Temple and Party Favors in Brookline are closing after a combined 100 years in business.
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.
Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting.
Set across thirty acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and contemporary outdoor art, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum invites visitors to experience art in the landscape.
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice.
Just a short drive from Newport, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.
Jacob deGrom struck out eight in five innings, Corey Seager had a two-run single and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 in a series opener between playoff contenders.
Payton Tolle opened the game with an immaculate inning, Roman Anthony hit a go-ahead single and the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 on Sunday.
The bad news for the New England Patriots continues to get worse when it comes to wide receiver A.J. Brown's ankle injury.
Ranger Suarez struck out eight in seven innings of one-run ball, Wilyer Abreu hit a tiebreaking two-run double and the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 5-1 on Saturday to halt a three-game skid.
For the first time ever, the annual Red Bandana Game was held on 9/11, honoring Welles Crowther's heroism.
A magazine borrowed from the Concord Public Library in New Hampshire 132 years ago has finally been returned.
A blue marlin weighing 1,260 pounds was caught by a charter fishing boat off Massachusetts.
Natick says it is installing a new floating boardwalk across Pickerel Pond.
Rising ocean temperatures are drawing more hammerhead sharks to New England waters, researchers say.
Some of the oldest military veterans in Massachusetts were honored with special flights on Friday in a World War II-era aircraft.