CDC: 7 Massachusetts Counties Now High Risk For COVID Transmission
Barnstable, Berkshire, Franklin, Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Worcester counties are in the high-risk category
Barnstable, Berkshire, Franklin, Middlesex, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Worcester counties are in the high-risk category
The change is being made because of the risk of a rare and dangerous clotting condition.
Thursday marks the first time the positivity rate is over 6% since early February.
Turns out, the risk is probably much greater from air than from objects.
The FDA says there are counterfeit kits out there that could give false results.
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is up to 5.79%.
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts is up to 5.63%.
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts decreased slightly to 5.15%.
Massachusetts state senators and their staff were urged to wear masks in the Senate Chamber.
Soon, any family under 200% of the federal poverty level will get $500 a month for about a year and a half.
Coronavirus cases are climbing in Worcester, and some doctors there think it is time to make changes.
The positivity rate has roughly doubled since the start of the month, when it was near 2.6%.
Bennett Walsh lacked both the leadership skills and the temperament to run such a facility when he was hired in 2016, according to a blistering state Inspector General's report released Friday.
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts increased to 5.04%.
If we have a vaccine that could potentially protect millions of children, that can have a large public health impact, according to Dr. Mallika Marshall.
There was concern about a possible COVID spike in Massachusetts after the Boston Marathon, but the most recent wastewater samples show that might not be the case.
No Covid-19 vaccines have been authorized for children younger than 5 in the US -- about 18 million people.
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts increased to 4.87%.
Alex Cora has been away from the Red Sox for nearly a week after testing positive for COVID-19. He'll be back on the Boston bench Wednesday night as the Sox look to snap a four-game skid.
Even though it's currently approved for emergency use by the federal government for high-risk patients, Paxlovid has been reportedly underused.
New CDC research released Tuesday shows three out of every four American kids has been infected with COVID-19.
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts increased slightly to 4.58%.
The seven-day weighted average of positive tests in Massachusetts decreased slightly to 4.41%.
The Red Sox will play four against the first-place Blue Jays in Toronto this week, and will have to do so shorthanded due to Canada's COVID-19 vaccination rules.
Six Flags New England is offering free tickets to people who get vaccinated there this weekend.
A Massachusetts doctor said he welcomes the surgeon general's proposal to add warning labels to alcohol about the links to cancer but some business owners are concerned this will affect their sales.
Massachusetts is seeing an increase in reported norovirus cases this season compared to the previous year.
A 6-year-old boy has RSV, strep throat, and pneumonia. His mother never thought a cough could escalate so fast.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
Jon Keller says an unholy union of clever tech and cultural dreck have turned brain rot into a global plague.
Minnesota Vikings legend and NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss said he is "battling something internal" and asked for prayers on Sunday.
A new program in Boston is trying to improve the labor and delivery experience for expectant Black mothers and mothers of color, who often find their voices aren't always heard by hospital staff.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
A passenger on a JetBlue flight opened an emergency exit door and deployed the slide while the plane was taxiing at Logan Airport Tuesday night, the FAA said.
It's still a bit early to finalize the forecast track of a potential snowstorm for Massachusetts.
The Karen Read case continues with Dr. Marie Russell on the stand. The defense wants her to be an expert witness again on dog bites.
A Beverly man is in custody, facing charges of making antisemitic threats and illegally possessing guns and ammunition.
Nordstrom is closing stores that anchor two Massachusetts malls.
A Massachusetts doctor said he welcomes the surgeon general's proposal to add warning labels to alcohol about the links to cancer but some business owners are concerned this will affect their sales.
Massachusetts is seeing an increase in reported norovirus cases this season compared to the previous year.
A 6-year-old boy has RSV, strep throat, and pneumonia. His mother never thought a cough could escalate so fast.
Minnesota Vikings legend Randy Moss will step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN "to focus on a personal health challenge," the network announced Friday.
If beauty products are on your Christmas list this year, one Massachusetts doctor is urging you to check labels for ingredients that may be hazardous to your health.
If you carry a credit card balance, beware. You'll be paying a lot more for those Christmas gifts due to rising interest rates.
A family visiting Boston left behind a videotape with precious memories in their rental car.
A Cape Cod woman reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action after struggling to get her health insurance provider to approve an overnight hospital stay for a major surgical procedure.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Meta - the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and Threads - said it's ending its fact-checking program. What does that mean for social media?
Veteran political reporter Gin Dumcius of CommonWealth Beacon previewed the upcoming legislative session and other key 2025 topics in Massachusetts politics.
By beating Ted Kennedy in 1980, Jon Keller says Jimmy Carter opened the door for Michael Dukakis, Paul Tsongas and John Kerry.
Jon Keller said Jimmy Carter is a worthy study in what makes a great American great.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey says her top priorities heading in 2025 are transportation and housing.
Nordstrom is closing stores that anchor two Massachusetts malls.
Many stores and supermarkets in Massachusetts are open Christmas Eve but closing early.
Holiday shoppers his the malls on Saturday to get last-minute gifts and a little bit of holiday cheer.
A romance bookstore - the first in the Boston area - has opened its doors in Cambridge, giving fans of the genre the chance to revel in romantic reads.
Ocean State Job Lot announced this week it is taking over another Christmas Tree Shops location, this one in North Attleboro.
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.
The Edmonton Oilers won their fourth straight game, 4-0 over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night.
As expected, the New England Patriots will interview Mike Vrabel for their head-coaching vacancy this week.
Patriots defensive coordinator DeMarcus Covington has another NFL team that wants to talk to him about taking over their DC role.
Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick touched on Jerod Mayo being fired by the team, but ended harkening back to his final seasons in Foxboro in the process.
While finding a head coach is the top item on the team's to-do list, the Patriots have a lot of work to do on the roster for 2025.
Centuries-old angels have been uncovered at the Old North Church in Boston, made famous by Paul Revere's midnight ride.
A dog trainer in Massachusetts managed to create the perfect "dog nativity scene" that's going viral on social media.
Good Samaritans came to the rescue of a 20-year-old blind cat who was seen floating on a piece of ice in Westford.
The Mount Washington Observatory shared photos of staff members hanging ten on "rime ice" formations.
A unique ATM tree in Greenfield, Massachusetts was hit by thieves in a heist.