Scanning for breast cancer can also detect heart disease, doctors say
A woman says her mammogram saved her life, detecting breast arterial calcification which lead to heart surgery. Michael George reports from New York.
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A woman says her mammogram saved her life, detecting breast arterial calcification which lead to heart surgery. Michael George reports from New York.
Boston researchers said that the timing of meals for night shift workers could be critical for heart health.
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports a study by NYU found that exposure to household plastics including those used in food packaging and cosmetics may increase the risk of heart disease.
According to a study by the American College of Cardiology, tobacco smoking from ages 10 to 24 was associated with a 33% to 52% odds of having heart problems such as enlargement and damage to heart muscle and function, not later on in life, but during childhood and early adulthood.
Swedish scientists said liquid sugars make you feel less full so you probably drink them to excess, and while other treats may be enjoyed only in social settings or special occasions, sweetened beverages may be consumed on a more regular basis throughout the day.
A team at the University of Sydney found that an average of four minutes of what they call "incidental" vigorous physical activity a day could cut the risk of heart disease by half in middle-aged women who don't formally exercise.
Researchers at the University of Chicago found that more masculine men are less likely to get screened for heart disease.
Like father, like daughter? A new study finds a father's unhealthy eating can lead to heart disease in his daughters later on.
Like father, like daughter? A new study finds a father's unhealthy eating can lead to heart disease in his daughters later on. WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
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 in the U.K. discovered those who walk or bike to work are more mentally and physically fit compared to those who don't.
Although there has been skepticism around plant-based meat, Canadian researchers have found that it's the better option when it comes to getting in your protein.
Coffee drinkers, we have good news for you: your daily morning cup could come with some health benefits, especially if you are inactive.
A new study from JAMA Cardiology finds that extreme heat from climate change poses higher risks to heart health.
Dr. Mallika Marshall shares how increased temperatures from climate change lead to negative effects on human hearts.
If you're a healthy adult, you may want to avoid fish oil supplements as they could increase the risk of heart disease.
If you're a healthy adult, you may want to avoid fish oil supplements as they could increase the risk of heart disease.
A new study finds adults who start taking ADHD medications may be at higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
A new study finds adults who start taking ADHD medications may be at higher risk of heart disease and stroke.
A growing body of research finds that physical and mental health are tightly linked, especially when it comes to heart health.
A growing body of research finds that physical and mental health are tightly linked, especially when it comes to heart health.
A new, digital stethoscope uses artificial intelligence to help doctors detect heart valve problems.
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook shares heart health tips for women on National Wear Red Day.
Heart disease kills millions of people around the world each year, and researchers are now calling on countries to step up their efforts to combat what is often a preventable cause of death.
Heart disease kills millions of people around the world each year, and researchers are now calling on countries to step up their efforts to combat what is often a preventable cause of death.
A moviegoing renaissance is happening, as theaters are swamped with fans rushing to see Christopher Nolan's latest big box office hit "The Odyssey."
An 18-year-old man died after he was pulled from the Foss Reservoir in Framingham, Massachusetts.
The Boston Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study will include seawall improvement, flood walls, levees and surge barriers.
You don't usually hear gasps and screams from an audience watching a play. But "Paranormal Activity" isn't your typical stage show.
The weather forecast shows a risk of heavy rain and isolated severe thunderstorms in the Boston area Tuesday.
The weather forecast shows a risk of heavy rain and isolated severe thunderstorms in the Boston area Tuesday.
Lindsay Clancy, the mother charged with killing her three children in Duxbury, Massachusetts in 2023, began her murder trial Monday in Plymouth Superior Court.
Lawyers for Pamela Smart hope that a New Hampshire judge on Monday will allow her latest petition for a new trial to move forward.
A partial Red Line shutdown will affect eight MBTA stations in the Boston area during the 10-day closure.
An 18-year-old man died after he was pulled from the Foss Reservoir in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Massachusetts is reporting cases of cyclosporiasis, a disease caused by a stomach parasite that can lead to "explosive" diarrhea.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
With the Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses strike looming, some parents of newborns in the NICU are sounding the alarm.
A Malden, Massachusetts woman said National Grid took more than $28,000 out of her bank account for a gas bill that she didn't owe.
A Massachusetts family thought their Vrbo stay would be protected after they had to cancel their trip to Hawaii due to severe weather. Now they're out $12,000.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
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.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
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.
There are no more Hooters restaurants left in Massachusetts.
There's a proposal in Cambridge to limit customers at bars and restaurants to one drink every 30 minutes.
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.
The Boston Red Sox have now won 13 games in a row after completing a 4-game sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
The Boston Red Sox rallied for a 7-6 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays Saturday to extend their winning streak to 12 games.
Wilyer Abreu homered twice, All-Star Willson Contreras went deep in his first game back from a five-game suspension, and the Boston Red Sox extended their winning streak to 11 games with a 5-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night to sweep a doubleheader.
The Boston Red Sox extended their winning streak to 10 games with a 10-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday in the first game of a doubleheader.
After marrying Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, Adam Sandler went to Nantucket in search of a basketball court.
An injured hiker had to be carried off a New Hampshire mountain on a stretcher, but that didn't stop her from getting engaged.
A seal pup was spotted hanging ten on a boogie board off the cost of Maine this Fourth of July.
Avi Loeb, a Harvard astronomer who has made headlines with his theories about alien encounters, will lead a White House scientific advisory council on UFOs.
Haggis is not on the menu in Boston for the World Cup, despite what Gov. Healey told Scotland supporters in a lighthearted social media video.