Pig kidney transplant recipient died of cardiac event, not organ rejection
Dr. Mallika Marshall said the fact that Rick Slayman's body didn't reject the kidney, it gives hope to others awaiting organ transplants.
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Dr. Mallika Marshall said the fact that Rick Slayman's body didn't reject the kidney, it gives hope to others awaiting organ transplants.
Experts say social-emotional tears related to sadness, stress, anxiety, overwhelming joy, or feeling sentimental are helpful because they provide an emotional release and reduce those stress hormones so you feel better.
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that adolescents who got adequate sleep, that’s 9 to 12 hours daily, were a third less likely to develop high blood pressure than those who didn’t.
Researchers at Stanford Medicine found that people who produce more sialic acid tend to have milder flu symptoms.
Many conditions can cause breast pain, including breastfeeding, hormonal changes during menstruation, medications, cysts, trauma, an ill-fitting bra, inflammation of the chest wall underlying the breast, and infection.
Also known as A-fib, atrial fibrillation is an irregular and often fast heart rhythm that can lead to blood clots forming in the heart, putting people at high risk of stroke.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer's question about why they are still fatigued from getting their flu shot.
Researchers at Mass General Brigham discovered that living a healthy life can put people at lower risk of brain disorders like dementia and stroke.
German researchers discovered that the time of day someone exercises can help reduce colorectal cancer risk.
You need to choose activities that raise your heart rate like walking uphill, climbing stairs, jogging, or cycling.
A new study published by Epic Research found that while caffeine overdoses are rare, ER visits related to caffeine intoxication have essentially doubled in middle school and high school-aged children since 2017, with males affected three times as often as females.
The CDC said nearly 16% of American adults have diabetes, with the vast majority being Type 2 diabetes.
Flu season has begun and Dr. Mallika Marshall is urging everyone to get their flu vaccinations as soon as possible.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer's question about why someone may lose the ability to taste sweet things.
Putting too much pressure on teenagers to do well on tests could backfire and lead to underachievement, a professor says.
Studies have shown that menopause-related hot flashes are associated with a higher risk of Type 2 diabetes, a study says.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer's question about whether your sleep gets worse when you are postmenopausal.
Researchers found that standing may not lower someone's risk of cardiovascular problems.
The CDC found that teens who had four or more hours of daily screen time struggled with more symptoms of anxiety and depression.
According to sleep experts, any time we alter our sleep patterns, we disrupt our circadian rhythm which can affect our mood and mental health, increase our risk of heart disease, make us more vulnerable to car accidents, and interfere with our ability to perform well at work, school, and sports.
It’s called walking pneumonia because it tends to be mild and most patients can walk around without feeling terribly sick. It’s spread from person to person through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing near others.
Researchers at the University of Chicago found that more masculine men are less likely to get screened for heart disease.
Political polarization is making people sicker due to misinformation and distrust of medical experts, research says.
The Italian study says starting and stopping activity burns more activity but experts warn the study was small and only included young, healthy adults.
The vaccine protects people against the bacteria that commonly causes pneumonia, meningitis and blood infections.
A Massachusetts couple finally achieved their goal of visiting every city and town in the state.
The gates are part of the MBTA's effort to crack down on fare evasion and improve efficiency at one of the busiest transportation hubs in the Northeast.
In the world premiere of "Wonder", a young boy with facial differences goes on a journey of self-discovery and finds his place in the world.
A Leominster, Massachusetts man allegedly shot and killed his wife in their home the day after Christmas.
A Boston man is in custody after he allegedly beat his 77-year-old neighbor during a confrontation over a wrongly delivered Amazon package.
We will see wind chills in the single digits and wind gusts topping 50 miles per hour in parts of Massachusetts Tuesday.
The gates are part of the MBTA's effort to crack down on fare evasion and improve efficiency at one of the busiest transportation hubs in the Northeast.
The Patriots are AFC East champions and now head into the final week of the season just needing to determine their seed and opponent.
A Leominster, Massachusetts man allegedly shot and killed his wife in their home the day after Christmas.
A Massachusetts couple finally achieved their goal of visiting every city and town in the state.
Flu is on the rise in Massachusetts, just as people are starting to gather for the holidays.
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.
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.
Circle Furniture appears to have suddenly closed all of its stores right before Christmas.
The overpowering scent of Dunkin' donuts in the air has some Haverhill residents complaining.
Ice Castles in North Woodstock, New Hampshire is opening unusually early this year.
The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission unanimously approved regulations to allow for legal marijuana use in public settings.
The model airplane and balsa wood glider company Guillow's has been headquartered in Wakefield for nearly a century.
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.
Rookie left tackle Will Campbell is set to return to the practice field, head coach Mike Vrabel said.
The Patriots are AFC East champions and now head into the final week of the season just needing to determine their seed and opponent.
The Celtics' four-game winning streak was snapped in a 114-108 loss in Portland.
The New England Patriots already knew they were headed to the playoffs. Now they know they are AFC East champions.
Patriots wide receiver had a productive day on the field, and as a result in his bank account.
The overpowering scent of Dunkin' donuts in the air has some Haverhill residents complaining.
Alex Cornwell's display of nearly 300 Christmas inflatables is attracting visitors from around Massachusetts.
Police are looking for whoever opened fire on inflatable Christmas decorations in Bow, New Hampshire.
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.