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Yogurt may be beneficial in fighting certain types of colorectal cancer, a new study finds.
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Yogurt may be beneficial in fighting certain types of colorectal cancer, a new study finds.
A sleep expert says that a short midday nap can help workers feel refreshed and alert.
Cold plunges are becoming increasingly popular, but is there any real benefit to it?
Black mothers in the United States are dying during and after childbirth significantly more than white woman, data shows.
Doctors in Massachusetts said they feel unsettled as pages of health information on the CDC's website pertaining to reproductive, LGBTQ+, gender and racial health have all been taken down in the past few days, though some have returned. WBZ-TV's Laura Haefeli reports.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer's question about how to prevent obesity in toddlers and babies.
A new urine test may allow men to screen for prostate cancer at home in the future.
A new study says there is no evidence to link maternal sickness during pregnancy to autism.
New research published by the American Psychological Association found that people who tended to expect positive outcomes in life actually save -more- money over time compared with their less optimistic peers.
Researchers surveyed nearly 300 women and discovered a variety of barriers for women: feeling judged about their appearance or performance by others; self-criticism about their clothes or abilities; feeling harassed and receiving unsolicited comments from men; having to fight for space, and not being taken seriously.
Children should limit their intake of juice which is loaded with sugar and has little to no nutritional value, flavored milk like chocolate milk which also contains a lot of sugar, and plant-based milk alternatives which don’t pack the same nutritional punch as cow’s milk.
Laryngitis is caused by inflammation of your voice box or larynx with swelling of the vocal cords causing a hoarse or raspy voice and trouble speaking. You may also have a sore or scratchy throat and a cough.
A doctor at the Mayo Clinic says the key is to control your diaphragm. You take a deep breath in, keep your throat open like you’re about to talk, and hold your breath for 30 seconds then breathe out.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins found minimal differences in blood pressure readings between a private quiet office, a noisy public food market, or in a noisy public food market but with earplugs in place.
A Boston hospital has a new approach that allows patients to get diagnosed and treated in one trip to the OR.
A new study says that bad sleep can cause the brain to bring up unpleasant memories.
Food noise tends to target people struggling with their weight, teenagers, athletes, and people with eating disorders. Here's how you can quiet food noise.
Researchers say that there is a scientific reason behind why you may not be able to keep your New Year's resolutions.
Biologique Recherche's Brittany Musto shares her tips on how to care for dry skin and the best way to apply products.
Brittany Musto demonstrates a "winter refresh" facial and explains the importance of staying hydrated during the winter.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question seeking treatment advice for lymphedema, or a build up of fluid in a part of the body.
People with lung conditions such as asthma, COPD, and emphysema need to be particularly careful in the cold because breathing in cold air can constrict airway muscles making it harder to breathe, so make sure you stay indoors and have a rescue inhaler nearby.
A study of more than 30,000 adults with ADHD in the U.K. has found that their life expectancy is significantly shorter than for people in the general population…almost 7 years shorter for men–nearly 9 years for women.
A new order would allow ICE agents to make arrests at schools, including in Massachusetts, adding to the stress that many children are feeling about their families and their friends.
Researchers at Brigham Young University say parents might subtly show favoritism based on birth order, personality, and gender.
FIFA announced the teams Saturday that will play their 2026 World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro next summer.
The Archdiocese of Boston is clashing with a church in Dedham, Massachusetts over a nativity scene with an anti-ICE message.
The Boston Celtics cruised past Los Angeles 126-105 on Friday night, with the Lakers playing without LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
Eight states have laws making police body cameras mandatory. Massachusetts isn't one of them.
A 67-year-old man has been seriously injured after strong winds caused a tree to fall onto his car in Framingham.
FIFA announced the teams Saturday that will play their 2026 World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro next summer.
The Brian Walshe murder trial continued with a focus on his iPhone and text messages about his dead wife Ana.
The Watertown Boys & Girls Club is feeling the frustration after months of illegal dumping in their parking lot, a problem staff says is unnecessarily wasting money.
Eight states have laws making police body cameras mandatory. Massachusetts isn't one of them.
A 67-year-old man has been seriously injured after strong winds caused a tree to fall onto his car in Framingham.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
Amy Cohen is running the New York City Marathon despite living with the painful effects of sickle cell disease.
Surgeons at Massachusetts General Hospital have removed a pig kidney from a New Hampshire man 271 days after the innovative transplant.
With two-year waiting lists for a primary care physician, Mass General Brigham is using AI to bridge the gap.
A new study finds that simply having a HEPA air purifier in the classroom may not be enough to keep students safe from respiratory illnesses.
Eight states have laws making police body cameras mandatory. Massachusetts isn't one of them.
A Massachusetts family got stuck with a bill for a damaged tire on their rental car, even though they bought the extra coverage.
I-Team sources say the allegations of misconduct involving Canton Police Sgt. Sean Goode stem from an investigation into former State Police Trooper Michael Proctor.
Customers have been telling the I-Team that the service has not been as advertised with delays and equipment problems.
Advocates for Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital in Canton say the state is failing to keep its promise to keep the facility open.
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.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
Ocean Spray is looking into videos that claim to show its cranberry sauce cans full of water instead of jelly.
"Blue laws" in Massachusetts prevent most retailers, including grocery stores, from opening on Thanksgiving.
Two shuttered retailers are set to become supermarkets in southeastern Massachusetts.
The Michelin Guide revealed its 2025 "Northeast Cities" edition Tuesday night, and for the first time ever it spotlighted restaurants in the Boston area.
A new report from a nonprofit consumer organization highlights two grocery store chains in Massachusetts for their quality and price.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
FIFA announced the teams Saturday that will play their 2026 World Cup matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro next summer.
The Boston Celtics cruised past Los Angeles 126-105 on Friday night, with the Lakers playing without LeBron James and Luka Doncic.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Derrick White scored a season-high 30 points and the Boston Celtics routed the Washington Wizards 146-101 on Thursday night.
Paval Zacha scored twice, Joonas Korpisalo made 37 saves and the Boston Bruins beat the St. Louis Blues 5-2 on Thursday night.
Birders are flocking to Scituate, Massachusetts to catch a glimpse of a tropical bird called a limpkin, which has never been spotted in New England before.
A rescue group is blaming a "dangerous" TikTok trend for a surge in skiers getting lost in the backcountry at Vermont's Stowe Mountain Resort.
A North Atlantic right whale spotted off Ireland last year has made an "extraordinary" 3,000-mile journey to Boston, scientists say.
A bald eagle found bloodied in Fitchburg, Massachusetts was likely hurt in a bird fight and not shot as first suspected.
A little owl somehow ended up in the bathroom of someone's home in Barnstable, Massachusetts.