COVID upended everyday life. What’s stuck around 5 years after lockdown?
Hybrid work, e-commerce, distrust in institutions are more are continuing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Advocates cheer new credit reporting rule, but want more action on medical debt
One in eight or 12.8% of Massachusetts residents reported that their family had medical debt in a 2023 report by the Center for Health Information and Analysis. -
With virus cases surging, Boston hospitals adopt more strict masking policies
Hospitals are once again requiring healthcare staff to wear masks when interacting with patients, and are encouraging patients to mask, as well. -
How removing unpaid medical bills from credit reports could help consumers
The rule is set to take effect in about 60 days, though its fate under the incoming Trump administration is unclear. -
Women in Biotech: Why women in leadership make a difference
"Female leaders bring a different perspective all along the way," one CEO said. -
How do GLP-1 drugs work for weight loss?
Dr. Mehmet Furkan Burak said people who have lost weight and then gained it again can feel guilt or shame and blame themselves for it. -
Why are norovirus cases so high right now?
The numbers have significantly changed — but so has the testing technology. -
Study shows gender-affirming drugs are rarely prescribed to adolescents
A study by Harvard Chan School researches shows puberty blockers and gender-affirming hormones are rarely prescribed to U.S. transgender and gender diverse adolescents, countering concerns among policymakers about over-prescribed drugs to children. -
Health experts, industry leaders split on cancer warning labels on alcohol
The U.S. surgeon general has urged updating the label on alcoholic drinks to cite the increased risk of cancer. -
Birth report shows both progress and continuing disparities in Mass.
The Department of Public Health looked into prenatal care, birth weights, gestational diabetes and more. -
Mass Health Connector extends deadline for residents who need health insurance coverage
The deadline for Massachusetts residents to pick a health insurance plan with Health Connector is Monday, Dec. 23.
