For Boston's Asian women, a mobile mammogram van has helped close a huge health equity gap
Mammography rates for Boston’s Asian women used to be dismally low. Two decades later, a mammogram van has tripled rates in a rare win for minority healthcare.
From a Boston ER to Arctic ice: medicine and marathons in extreme environments
Emergency physician Dr. Luke Apisa describes joining an Arctic expedition to ensure safety for runners pushing their limits on melting polar ice.
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For blind and low-vision nature lovers, birding is 'by ear'
A New England group joined a national bird count to spread the joy of birding and make it more accessible to everyone. -
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When you’re sick in Mattapan, where do you go?
A new report highlights the lack of critical care facilities in Mattapan, as health disparities persist despite decades of promises. -
Wu bucks back at campaign misconduct allegations
In her defense, the Boston mayor pointed to campaign finance rules that allow public employees to campaign off the clock. -
Boston’s FBI special agent in charge is now working at headquarters in DC
Boston Special Agent in Charge Jodi Cohen has been given a new position assisting FBI Director Kash Patel to reorganize the agency.
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