Most Pregnant Women Aren't Getting Flu And Whooping Cough Shots, CDC Warns
The shots are safe and recommended as part of routine prenatal care.
The shots are safe and recommended as part of routine prenatal care.
The number of pregnant women with high blood pressure has spiked over the past four decades, according to a study.
The FDA is warning consumers, especially women of childbearing age, about an ingredient found in some dietary supplements.
Many women of reproductive age suffer from migraines, but a new study out of Denmark finds that having these painful headaches during pregnancy may put the mother and the baby at risk.
A new study analyzes data on smoking during pregnancy.
The nation's leading group of pediatricians says not enough is known about the effects of marijuana on a child's developing brain.
The number of women who suffer from a heart attack while pregnant or soon after giving birth is on the rise.
According to a new study in "JAMA Network Open", expectant moms today are more likely to be depressed than their mothers were 25 years ago.
A new report says visiting a pediatrician before giving birth could give your unborn baby a leg up when it comes to good health.
A new blood test is showing promising results for helping pregnant women know if they are at risk of a premature birth.
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health finds that eating more seafood may improve a couple's chances of getting pregnant.
U.S. birth rates declined last year for women in their teens, 20s and — surprisingly — their 30s, leading to the fewest babies in 30 years.
Pregnancies are usually divided into three trimesters, but experts say don't forget the "fourth trimester" or the three months after a woman gives birth.
According to a new study, the number of children affected by maternal alcohol use is much higher than previously thought.
Many women say that when they're pregnant they just don't feel as mentally sharp as they do when they're not pregnant, but is there really such a thing as baby brain? The answer is likely "yes".
Doctors caution that the health effects of marijuana on a fetus remain unclear.
If you're struggling to get pregnant, your sleep, or lack thereof, may be contributing.
Massachusetts lawmakers are being urged to approve a bill that would require employers to offer reasonable accommodations for pregnant or nursing workers.
U.S. women are increasingly using marijuana during pregnancy, sometimes to treat morning sickness, new reports suggest.
Pregnant women who drink diet soda every day may be more likely to have babies that develop weight issues, according to a new study.
There's evidence that taking Tylenol during pregnancy or giving it to young infants could increase a child's risk of developing asthma by age 3.
Drinking and having sex without using birth control puts a developing baby at risk, the CDC says.
It's being called "natural" IVF and offers a woman the option to have the embryos form inside her womb rather than outside.
There are more than 1,800 pregnancy apps expecting mothers can choose from.
Neighbors in one Braintree neighborhood are fed up with the unrelenting sounds of pickleball being played outside their homes.
Ben Rice became the first Yankees rookie to homer three times in a game and drove in seven runs as New York snapped a four-game slide with a 14-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.
He worked with director James Cameron on the "Titanic" and the "Avatar" series.
A small fire at a concession stand was put out at Fenway Park in Boston Saturday morning.
Peabody's Alex Jackson is a star in track and field, and he's BZ's MVP.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is the latest Democrat to express concerns about President Joe Biden running for re-election.
In an exclusive interview with WBZ-TV, John O'Keefe's brother revealed what he said to Karen Read in court after a mistrial was declared in her murder trial.
For the first time, John O’Keefe’s brother Paul is speaking about Karen Read and what his family has gone through during the high-profile case that ended in a mistrial.
A small fire at a concession stand was put out at Fenway Park in Boston Saturday morning.
A hearing on the duty status of the lead investigator in the Karen Read case will be held on Monday.
One product contained 16 different metals, with researchers calling for rules requiring manufacturers to test tampons.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Trader Joe's says a seasonal scented favorite should be discarded or returned due to an "unexpected burn pattern."
Brominated vegetable oil will no longer be allowed in food and beverages in the U.S., 50 years after chemical banned in U.K.
FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks.
The I-Team's Call for Action helped an Ipswich woman who spent years trying to get to the bottom of a mistake that was affecting her credit score.
A reformed romance scammer is speaking out, sharing with the I-Team how he got women to send him tens of thousands of dollars.
The I-Team's Call for Action came to the aid of a Waltham woman who paid thousands for a procedure to help her lose fat.
Records show Massachusetts police departments typically and legally sell back or trade in their guns to dealers when they're no longer used by officers.
A woman told WBZ-TV's I-Team she believes she was raped by a killer just weeks before two bodies were found in Brockton in 2014.
Massachusetts Secretary of State William Galvin spoke to WBZ-TV about his concerns over public distrust in the election process.
Jon Keller said Trump's delivery in his first debate was crisp and forceful, while Biden's presentation was halting, his voice raspy.
A bombshell report on the global EV marketplace finds 46% of American EV drivers are so fed up with charging and mobility issues, they're ready to switch back to gas-powered vehicles.
Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio hopes voters will empower her by approving the initiative petition.
Diana DiZoglio wants to perform an audit of the Massachusetts legislature, but has been met with pushback.
Thanks in part to an anonymous $5.2 million donation, the West Newton Cinema is likely to be saved from being demolished.
Bob's Stores, a discount clothing retailer with locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, is going out of business.
Two New England pizza places were named among the best in the country by The New York Times.
Great Wolf Lodge Mashantucket is set to open in 2025 next to Foxwoods in Connecticut.
In a humble space in Hyde Park, a local company is on a mission to fix how flour is made.
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.
Ben Rice became the first Yankees rookie to homer three times in a game and drove in seven runs as New York snapped a four-game slide with a 14-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.
Minnesota Vikings rookie Khyree Jackson died early Saturday morning in a car accident in Maryland.
The Boston Red Sox stunned New York 5-3 on Friday night and sent the Yankees to their 14th loss in 18 games.
Automatic runner Romy Gonzalez scored a go-ahead run on David Hamilton's RBI groundout in the 12th inning, Tyler O'Neill added an RBI double and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 6-5 on Thursday for a sweep of the three-game series.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
A humpback whale was caught on video leaping out of the water in Kittery, Maine.
Harvard researchers suggest intelligent beings concealed on Earth could be responsible for UFO sightings.
The MSPCA says goats can be goofy and fun pets - and you don't need to be an experienced farmer to adopt one.
Twenty-three sets of twins have graduated from Pollard Middle School in Needham.
A Nantucket restaurant and store has sold two scratch tickets worth more than $1 million this year.