Microplastics can be found in chewing gum, UCLA researchers say
Researchers say chewing gums are made from a rubbery base, sweetener, flavorings, and other ingredients, and both synthetic and natural gums release similar levels of microplastics.
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Researchers say chewing gums are made from a rubbery base, sweetener, flavorings, and other ingredients, and both synthetic and natural gums release similar levels of microplastics.
The test has participants peel and sniff odor labels on a card and determines their ability to discriminate, identify, and remember the odors.
As Dr. Mallika Marshall reports, dementia and depression often go hand-in-hand in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Now, an experimental home-based electrical therapy may be able help.
As the weather warms up, pet owners in Massachusetts are being reminded that tick season is officially here.
As the weather warms up, pet owners in Massachusetts are being reminded that tick season is officially here. WBZ-TV's Logan Hall reports.
There are more than 380 approved hospital-at-home programs in 39 states including here in Massachusetts where Mass General Brigham operates “Healthcare at Home”, allowing eligible patients to receive hospital-level care in their homes.
Researchers in Thailand reviewed 25 prior studies involving more than 2,000 people aged 60 and older and found that exercises that strengthen muscles are the best way to improve sleep quality, compared to aerobic exercises like cycling and swimming or combination exercises like yoga and pilates.
The report found boys are lagging behind girls in school, especially in reading, and they’re less likely to go to college. And men are experiencing declining employment rates, especially those without a college degree.
A new study by a team in Canada found that people with more menopausal symptoms, like hot flashes, night sweats, disordered sleep, and mood swings may be more likely to experience cognitive and mild behavioral impairments that could indicate a higher risk of dementia.
A new CDC report finds that rates of precancerous lesions detected in women ages 20 to 24 have decreased by nearly 80%, lesions that would likely develop into cervical cancer years later.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question on whether a new MMR vaccine is needed for a 76-year-old.
Scabies is caused by tiny bugs or mites–so small you can’t see them–that burrow into the skin, causing intense itching and red bumps–often in the webs between your fingers, the armpits, the waist, the groin, and any skin folds. It’s highly contagious, as scabies mites can be passed on from person to person through direct touch or clothing, blankets, sheets, towels, or furniture.
In a letter to the editor published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, researchers at Texas A&M reported that popular weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic may be associated with new-onset acne, especially in women.
Most Americans walk between 3,000 and 4,000 steps a day, but is 10,000 the goal? Researchers say that any amount of movement is good for you.
A new saliva test can help people determine if they are at risk of developing an addiction.
Researchers at the University of Maryland and Harvard found that people of color are paying more for maternity care than white people.
In a study published in JAMA Network Open, Korean researchers found that every hour of screen time a day was associated with a 21% higher likelihood of developing myopia, or nearsightedness.
A new study from USC suggests that people who live in neighborhoods that experience high heat days half the year experienced up to 14 months of additional biological aging compared to those living in areas with fewer than 10 days of high heat days.
Researchers looked at breast cancer in young women over 20 years and found that rates increased more than 0.5% per year in 21 states, while remaining stable or decreasing in other states.
A program at Cape Cod Community College is bringing free teeth cleaning to children during school vacation week.
A program at Cape Cod Community College is bringing free teeth cleaning to children during school vacation week. WBZ-TV's Paula Ebben reports.
Factors such as exercise, socioeconomic status and diet can have more of an impact on how long you live than your genetics.
Bedbugs are reddish-brown and hard to see because they are tiny and hide during the day. They can live in mattresses, clothing, baseboards, and other parts of a home or hotel room. They’re not dangerous in that they don’t spread disease but they can be a real nuisance because they bite.
A national survey commissioned by Ohio State University found that nearly two-thirds of Americans use some type of device, like a smartwatch, portable blood pressure machine, or fitness app, on a regular basis to monitor their heart health, but only 1 in 4 shares the data with their doctor.
A new study published in the Journal of Immunology found that pups born to mice fed a diet supplemented with a form of vitamin E called a-tocopherol during pregnancy and while nursing were less likely to develop allergies or have severe allergic reactions to peanuts.
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.