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Getting COVID shots in same arm might result in stronger immune response
There may be a benefit to getting your COVID shots in the same arm each time.
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There may be a benefit to getting your COVID shots in the same arm each time.
Doctor Shira Doron, the Chief Infection Control Officer for Tufts Medicine, says it all just needs to be put into perspective
If you caught COVID but never developed symptoms, you can probably thank your genes.
Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital found that cells from people with blood type A are more likely to get infected than those of people with type O.
According to the CDC, if you have recently had COVID, you may want to wait at least three months before getting a booster.
Most of us have only had one bivalent booster and now seniors and people with weakened immune systems are being asked to get a second one now.
People are feeling more alone than ever, putting them at risk for depression and other serious health problems, and the U.S. government is taking note.
Mass General Hospital and Beth Israel Lahey Health will be ending their universal masking requirement at all their facilities starting on May 12.
Even health professionals disagree on whether it's OK to drop the masks.
Tufts Medical Center has no COVID inpatients for the first time in more than three years.
Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer's question about obtaining free COVID test kits.
Researchers found that those who reported frequent communication using e-mail and video calls were more likely to report feelings of depression and anxiety.
The highest court in Massachusetts reinstated criminal charges against the former managers of the Holyoke Soldiers' Home for their alleged roles in the deadly COVID outbreak there.
A viewer asks if you should still wait to get a mammogram if you just got the COVID vaccine.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced on Wednesday that the state's COVID-19 public health emergency will end on May 11.
The CDC has a wake up call for those who've dropped COVID-19 risk from their list of things to worry about.
Dr. Mallika Marshall said there are a number of reasons a person could lose their sense of taste or smell.
COVID-19 may be tied to a greater risk of diabetes, new research suggests.
Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccines will remain free, even after the government contract ends this spring.
An FDA panel voted unanimously on Thursday to recommend annual COVID boosters to people just like the yearly flu shot.
A new study may bring some hope to patients experiencing long COVID.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your COVID, flu and RSV-related medical questions.
If you recently received free government-issued COVID test kits, check the expiration dates. Some may have expired.
Boston Public Schools will have a "temporary masking" period for students and staff when they return from the holiday break next week, but it is not mandatory.
Boston Public School officials continue to weigh whether or not to require masks for students and staff when they return to class on Tuesday.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center in Worcester is celebrating 50 years of saving young lives.
Doctors at Shriners Children's Boston are warning parents about a candied fruit trend on TikTok that can cause serious burns, especially in children.
Scientists at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston have found that a common, painful rash could be linked to symptoms of dementia.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Tuesday marked a major milestone as Brockton Hospital opened for the first time in more than a year.
If you've seen "ricezempic" on TikTok, you might be wondering - does it really work? It doesn't, according to experts.
Health officials in New Hampshire said five cases of Legionnaire's disease have been traced to a cooling tower at a resort in downtown Lincoln.
A text messaging program could help teens walk away from e-cigarettes.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
Wildfire smoke is making for another hazy day in Boston.
A man charged with stabbing his father to death in Plymouth, Massachusetts told police he "snapped," prosecutors said Friday.
Jack Russell, the frontman of rock band Great White who survived the 2003 Station Nightclub Fire in Rhode Island, has died.
The door is wide open for rookie quarterback Drake Maye to overtake Jacoby Brissett on the Patriots' depth chart.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has announced a plan to save five Steward hospitals from closure.
UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center in Worcester is celebrating 50 years of saving young lives.
Doctors at Shriners Children's Boston are warning parents about a candied fruit trend on TikTok that can cause serious burns, especially in children.
Scientists at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston have found that a common, painful rash could be linked to symptoms of dementia.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
Could you spot a deepfake video? A WBZ-TV I-Team survey found more than half of those who took the test failed.
Inmates at a prison in Massachusetts claim the Department of Correction retaliated against them for speaking out earlier this year about a lack of programs there.
David Almond was living with autism and doing well when the state returned him to his abusive parent. Within months, the 14-year-old was dead.
Nurses told the I-Team they had no idea cameras were being mounted in operating rooms until after they were installed in early June.
An advocacy group wants immediate changes at a state hospital for mental patients accused of crimes in Massachusetts.
A new report says Massachusetts is the best state to live in. But experts say you should really take a closer look before celebrating.
Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are expected to provide details of their economic policies this week.
A political expert is using a different way to find out what are people saying about former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris ahead of November's election.
Even with a heavily Democratic legislature, Massachusetts's leaders have trouble finding common ground. WBZ-TV's Jon Keller talks with Doug Howgate, president of the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation.
Donald Trump's comments about Kamala Harris' race reminded Jon Keller of Trump's infamous comments insulting war hero Sen. John McCain.
Some New England orchards made Yelp's list of the best U.S. apple picking spots.
Multiple Big Lots stores in Massachusetts and another in New Hampshire are set to close, according to the retailer's website.
Massachusetts is getting ready to hold its 2024 tax free weekend. Here's what to know about the sales tax holiday.
It was a scary Monday for those who watch stocks closely and those who have retirement funds tied up in 401k accounts.
The Great Scott rock club is making a comeback after closing during the COVID pandemic.
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.
Triston Casas is expected to make his long-awaited return to the Red Sox lineup Friday night as the team continues its four-game series against the Orioles in Baltimore.
The Red Sox are turning to a familiar face for some help in their rotation, reportedly bringing back veteran Rich Hill for his eighth stint with the organization.
The door is wide open for rookie quarterback Drake Maye to overtake Jacoby Brissett on the Patriots' depth chart.
Jerod Mayo and Patriots players responded to the Matthew Judon trade for the first time Thursday night, saying it will take a full team effort to fill the void on defense.
Drake Maye was impressive for the Patriots on Thursday night, but starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett struggled again.
Matt Damon and Casey Affleck are part of a heist gone wrong in a new Dunkin' ad to promote "The Instigators."
Two orphaned cougars have found a new home at the Stone Zoo in Massachusetts.
A young whale's presence in Boston Harbor could delay ferries in the area.
A one-in-30-million orange lobster in Maine is a little less rare now after giving birth.
Bears that are no longer afraid of humans are trailing New Hampshire campers in search of food.