Massachusetts sees highest number of flu cases in years
The number of flu cases in Massachusetts is at its highest percentage in years, according to the Department of Public Health, and they're urging everyone to get vaccinated.
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The number of flu cases in Massachusetts is at its highest percentage in years, according to the Department of Public Health, and they're urging everyone to get vaccinated.
Fewer kindergarten children are getting their routine vaccines nationally and the number has also dropped here in Massachusetts.
Thanks to vaccinations, measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000. But measles cases are now back; one reason is that more families have exempted their children from routine immunizations than ever before.
Many vaccines require multiple doses and a new study finds which arm you get your shots in may actually make a difference.
A CBS News analysis found 152 schools in the state have MMR vaccination rates below the 95% the CDC recommends for herd immunity.
Fatigue is a common symptom after all three of these vaccines: flu, COVID-19, and RSV.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
A local nurse had three confirmed appointments for the new COVID vaccine and each time was turned away.
There may be a benefit to getting your COVID shots in the same arm each time.
WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall answers your questions
As temperatures rise, so do the number of ticks and the risk of Lyme disease. But the good news is an effective Lyme Disease vaccine is on the horizon.
UNICEF found the secondhand impacts of the pandemic were having a catastrophic effect on vaccination rates for children.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
The Red Sox' addition of Trevor Story almost didn't happen, apparently because of Story's vaccination status.
At Merriam-Webster, lookups for "vaccine" increased 601% over 2020.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown has remained out of trouble since joining the team last season. That may soon change.
The Brooklyn Nets once hoped that Kyrie Irving would get vaccinated. The Brooklyn Nets, however, are losing hope.
Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians told the media on Thursday that 100 percent of the team's players, coaches, and staff have been vaccinated.
Bill Belichick said he's confident that everyone in the organization has the resources to be well-educated on COVID-19 vaccines.
The COVID-19 vaccine will be available to millions of Americans this month, but who qualifies depends on certain factors.
A case of the mumps has been reported at Boston University.
This spring, a woman in Washington State died from measles, the first reported measles death in the U.S. since 2003.
Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital are launching a five-year clinical trial of a vaccine that would not just treat the Type 1 diabetes, but possibly reverse it.
New information that some doctors say could end concerns about the link between vaccines and autism.
Measles is on the rise across the nation and a group of local researchers say they know why -- not enough people are getting vaccinated against the deadly disease.
Although Boston was outshot 40-26, the Bruins outhit the Hurricanes 39-12 and blocked 25 shots to Carolina's seven.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu kicked off her reelection campaign on Saturday at Cyclorama in the South End.
A partnership between In the Cut Barbershop and the Boston Education Fund allows young people in Boston to take a free barbering course
A three-sport athlete at Whitman-Hanson High School in Massachusetts has made her senior year a comeback story as she recovered from a debilitating injury.
A small coffee shop in Ipswich already known for its dedication to the community got a huge surprise when Ed Sheeran dropped by.
A Needham High School band director is facing child pornography charges, school officials said Friday.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu kicked off her reelection campaign on Saturday at Cyclorama in the South End.
Protestors gathered in Provincetown and Boston to speak out against Trump administration policies. WBZ-TV's Paul Burton reports.
Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, was taken into custody by immigration officials on March 25.
The first week of jury selection wrapped up inside a Massachusetts courtroom in the Karen Read trial.
The MOTHER Lab at Tufts University School Of Medicine looks at racial disparities in maternal health care.
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
As the weather warms up, pet owners in Massachusetts are being reminded that tick season is officially here.
Bostonians are feeling grateful for the extra hour of daylight and a psychologist said it has added benefits.
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
The I-Team has learned the department installed new technology in 233 of its cruisers that is designed to prevent collisions.
The FBI's Boston office is issuing a warning after a series of I-Team investigations into stolen land scams.
The hood of a Stoneham woman's 2015 Nissan Altima flew open while she was driving on Route 93.
A New Hampshire man's concert tickets purchased on StubHub were stolen by hackers. He reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action for help.
President Trump will announce new tariffs on U.S. trading partners Wednesday. Massachusetts will be hit hard, according to the governor.
Rep. Seth Moulton is calling on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign over a scandal involving messaging in a non-secure of sensitive information about a pending military action.
For most of its 54 years of existence, public broadcasting has been a target of conservatives who saw it as a political threat.
Rep. Lori Trahan said her constituents are concerned about service cuts and freezes instituted by the Trump administration.
Five years later, Jon Keller says the COVID pandemic left behind some positive changes, like working from home.
Jordan's Furniture president Eliot Tatelman is retiring after decades as the face of the brand.
A donut shop in Boston's West Roxbury neighborhood has been serving up freshly-made donuts and coffee for decades.
Story Land and Water Country are among a handful of New England attractions being sold to a new owner.
Seniors at Bentley College in Waltham say finding a job when they graduate is a tough proposition, especially with unemployment rising.
A candy shop in Boston's South End is making a massive splash on social media thanks to its popular Swedish candy.
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.
Although Boston was outshot 40-26, the Bruins outhit the Hurricanes 39-12 and blocked 25 shots to Carolina's seven.
A three-sport athlete at Whitman-Hanson High School in Massachusetts has made her senior year a comeback story as she recovered from a debilitating injury.
The Boston Celtics broke the NBA record for 3-pointers in a season in a 123-103 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.
Rafael Devers reached base four times and Alex Bregman had two hits in his first home game at Fenway Park to help the Red Sox beat the St. Louis Cardinals 13-9 on Friday.
The Boston Red Sox had a power surge early in Friday's home opener at Fenway Park, which let the team show off its new home run celebration for the 2025 season.
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.
At the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, people of all ages are bonded through the increasingly popular sport.
A UMass student who was initially denied a $10,000 prize after making a half-court shot will be getting the money after all.
A hawk was hit by a driver on 495 in Chelmsford and got stuck in the SUV's grille.
Why are there giant pink inflatable sculptures in downtown Boston? It's part of a new art installation.