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Mass. doctor explains why CDC is rethinking COVID-19 isolation

WEBwants. five on your health now. rethinking the rule about isolating after covid 19 infection. here to talk about that is doctor todd ellerin, chief of infectious diseases at …

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What people should know about stress, according to a doctor

WEBThere is no doubt that stress is a part of everyday life, but too much can have detrimental impacts on people's physical and mental health. I wanted to delve more into …

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WCVB Channel 5 Presents “5 On: Mental Health & Well Being”

WEBUpdated: 11:49 AM EDT Jun 10, 2021. Infinite Scroll Enabled. 5 on: mental health & well being. SOURCE: WCVB. BOSTON, MA – Thursday, June 10, 2021 – WCVB Channel 5 …

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Mass. launches 'emergency operations plan' for Steward hospitals

WEBMassachusetts officials announced Friday the activation of an "Emergency Operations Plan" in response to the crisis involving Steward Health Care's remaining …

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Seasonal respiratory illnesses on the rise in Massachusetts

WEBSeasonal respiratory illnesses are surging in Massachusetts and across the country, and health experts are stressing the importance of preventative measures like …

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In Mass., First Lady announces $100M for women's health R&D

WEBDuring a visit to Massachusetts, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden announced $100 million in federal funding for research and development into women's health as part of a …

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100,000 new migrants expected to enroll in 'Obamacare' next year

WEBRoughly 100,000 immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children are expected to enroll in the Affordable Care Act's health insurance next year.

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Your body needs these three forms of movement every week

WEBWalking has earned a reputation as a great form of exercise that's easy and accessible for many people, and scores of studies show the popular activity has …

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Schedule for Boston Bruins second-round playoff series vs. Florida

WEBThe National Hockey League on Sunday announced the Eastern Conference schedule for the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Second Round, in which the Boston Bruins …

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Protest blocks Beacon Street outside Massachusetts State House

WEBSeveral hundred protesters blocked Beacon Street between Boston Common and the Massachusetts State House on Saturday.The group waived flags and …

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Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry …

WEBFlorida's ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, before many women even know they are pregnant, went into effect Wednesday, and some doctors …

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A third of Americans could have had data stolen in big health care …

WEBA third of Americans may have had their personal data swept up in a February ransomware attack on a UnitedHealth Group subsidiary that disrupted pharmacies …

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Survey explores how men struggle with weight loss, body image

WEBMore than half of men are trying to lose weight, according to a new survey from one of our Hearst partner publications that highlights the struggle with body image …

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Mass. DPH, hospital investigating after patients possibly exposed …

WEBThe Massachusetts Department of Public Health said it is aware and investigating after hundreds of patients were potentially exposed to infection of HIV and …

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Man shot at party in Boston's North End

WEBBoston police are investigating after a person was shot at a party in the city's North End early Sunday.Police responded at 2:52 a.m. to 226 North St. for a report of a …

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MGH granted unanimous approval to add dozens of inpatient beds

WEBSEEING. THE NEARLY 100 NEW HOSPITAL BEDS WON’T OPEN RIGHT AWAY AT MASS GENERAL IN BOSTON. THEY’RE BEING PHASED IN WITH A NEW …

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Large investigation overnight at Northbridge town common

WEBInvestigators worked late into the night at a large crime scene in the Massachusetts town of Northbridge. The incident began after 10 p.m. Video from the …

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Bruins advance to 2nd round with OT win over Maple Leafs

WEBBoston Bruins' David Pastrnak (88) sets up to score on Toronto Maple Leafs' Ilya Samsonov (35) in overtime during Game 7 of an NHL hockey Stanley …

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Mass. Sens. Warren, Markey push back against Steward, United …

WEBThe fallout is growing again against embattled Steward Healthcare as the company tries to sell off some of its assets in Massachusetts to catch up on back …

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Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital hoping to reopen late spring

WEBSignature Healthcare Brockton Hospital hospital officials Wednesday announced that they expect the hospital, which was damaged in a fire one year ago, to …

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Steward Health Care looking to quickly sell 4 hospitals in Mass.

WEBRep. Stephen Lynch said Steward wants to sell off four hospitals as soon as possible, including the Norwood facility, which has been closed since June 2020 …

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DPH discusses planned Stoughton hospital closure with residents

WEBDozens of people attended a meeting hosted by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health at New England Sinai Hospital, where the planned closure …

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