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Erythritol, a sugar substitute commonly used in reduced-sugar products, may increase risk for negative cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke, according to new research.
A recent study from the American Psychiatric Association shows lonely older adults are at greater risk of experiencing a stroke.
A new study from JAMA Cardiology finds that extreme heat from climate change poses higher risks to heart health.
Big sporting events are fun for most but for others, the stress can take a toll on their health. Dr. Mallika Marshall shares how to manage health and stress during these games.
A new observational study, meaning it does not prove causation, found xylitol, a common sugar substitute, may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook shares heart health tips for women on National Wear Red Day.
With our first snow storm just days away you may be pulling out those plows shovels and snow blowers but doctors at Mass General are warning neighbors that winter weather work may come with serious health risks.
Would you know if you were having a heart attack? According to a new study reported in JAMA Network Open, there's a good chance you might not.
Some good news for nap fanatics -- a new study has found that a daytime nap taken once or twice a week could lower the risk of heart attacks or strokes.
Where you live may influence the quality of healthcare you get after a heart attack, according to a new study.
Drinking two or more of any kind of artificially sweetened drinks a day is linked to the increased health risks.
Christmas is the happiest time of the year for many people, but for some it could be the most dangerous.
Medical researchers have unveiled an online tool designed to calculate a person's risk level for heart attack or stroke.
The number of women who suffer from a heart attack while pregnant or soon after giving birth is on the rise.
Throughout Monday's marathon, Jim Green felt nauseous but he carried on.
Stress and heart attacks have long been linked, but researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital may now know exactly why.
Middleton firefighters rushed to save the life of their chief who was in cardiac arrest following a heart attack.
Heart attacks in women may have different causes and symptoms, and some risk factors may be even more dangerous in women than men.
An off-duty Norwood Police officer helped save a man who suffered a heart attack while playing hockey in Quincy Thursday night.
A Boy Scout leader leading a troop from Maryland on a hike in the White Mountains died of an apparent heart attack Sunday.
Pete Sweeney was saved by a special defibrillator vest after suffering sudden cardiac arrest while watching a Bruins game.
Experts from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center offer 10 Tips to Heart Health.
When we speak of love and romance, our pulses race and our hearts "skip a beat." But do any of us stop to consider the timeless affinity between sex and heart health?
No bigger than the size of your closed fist, the mighty muscular organ known as the heart is responsible for pumping blood throughout the network of vessels that make up your body's circulatory system.
The New England Patriots are now 1-1 on the season after losing in overtime, 23-20, to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
Massachusetts State Police held a procession as Enrique Delgado-Garcia's body was brought to the medical examiner's office.
Former President Donald Trump said he is safe after gunshots were fired in his vicinity. Sources say a suspect is in custody and a weapon was recovered.
After serving as the radio voice of the Boston Red Sox for over four decades, Hall of Famer Joe Castiglione announced Sunday that he is retiring at the conclusion of the 2024 season.
Ja'Lynn Polk found the end zone for the first time of his NFL career on Sunday as the Patriots hosted the Seattle Seahawks.
The New England Patriots are now 1-1 on the season after losing in overtime, 23-20, to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
Former President Donald Trump said he is safe after gunshots were fired in his vicinity. Sources say a suspect is in custody and a weapon was recovered.
Massachusetts State Police held a procession as Enrique Delgado-Garcia's body was brought to the medical examiner's office.
A Massachusetts State Police recruit who was critically injured during a training exercise at the academy in New Braintree has died.
After serving as the radio voice of the Boston Red Sox for over four decades, Hall of Famer Joe Castiglione announced Sunday that he is retiring at the conclusion of the 2024 season.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are driving up health insurance costs in Massachusetts.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your latest health questions.
Dry eye is commonly treated with lubricant eye drops, but according to a new study, laughter exercise could be just as effective.
Like father, like daughter? A new study finds a father's unhealthy eating can lead to heart disease in his daughters later on.
A Massachusetts State Police recruit who was critically injured during a training exercise at the academy in New Braintree has died.
Lawmakers are now deciding what needs to change after hundreds of Massachusetts bus and truck drivers had their commercial driver's licenses revoked due to violations from decades ago.
Weeks of I-Team investigations into the crisis at Blupoint Healthcare's three nursing homes in Massachusetts led to protesting workers finally getting paid.
Drivers who depend on their licenses to work, were suddenly notified that violations from decades ago now disqualify them from holding a CDL.
Could you spot a deepfake video? A WBZ-TV I-Team survey found more than half of those who took the test failed.
WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller looks at the key moments of the debate between presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
During an interview on the Sunday edition of "Keller At Large," Massachusetts AFL-CIO president Chrissy Lynch talked about the state of labor in Massachusetts.
The political landscape is changing in New Hampshire, and it's because of Vice President Kamala Harris.
Rep. Lori Trahan said she's determined to keep two Steward Health Care-owned hospitals from closing as she called for more regulation.
Instead of changing the subject, former President Donald Trump has made support for the rioters a part of his campaign.
Nearly 900 hotel workers at four Boston hotels went on strike Sunday morning.
The Market Basket owner is thanking employees with surprise bonuses, 10 years after unprecedented protests and walkouts.
Dunkin's fall menu includes a $6 meal deal and a coffee milk beverage inspired by the state of Rhode Island.
Stop & Shop will soon stop selling cigarettes and other tobacco products at all stores.
A pop-up yogurt shop in Dorchester is teaching teens about operating their own businesses while supporting the community.
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.
The New England Patriots are now 1-1 on the season after losing in overtime, 23-20, to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
After serving as the radio voice of the Boston Red Sox for over four decades, Hall of Famer Joe Castiglione announced Sunday that he is retiring at the conclusion of the 2024 season.
Ja'Lynn Polk found the end zone for the first time of his NFL career on Sunday as the Patriots hosted the Seattle Seahawks.
The Patriots will not have to deal with one of the Seahawks' most dangerous offensive players on Sunday, as Kenneth Walker in active with an oblique injury.
Chukwuma Okorafor informed the Patriots that he planned on leaving the team on Saturday, and is now contemplating his future in football.
Southern yellowjackets, considered a more aggressive species, have been observed in Massachusetts.
A case deciding who gets to keep the ring when an engagement breaks down is being argued before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
A pair of siblings from Massachusetts are officially "Lucky for Life."
A battle over who gets to keep a pricey Tiffany engagement ring has made it to the highest court in Massachusetts.
A Massachusetts man whose wife has inspired his lottery picks for decades finally hit the jackpot.