The Boston Public Health Commission warned residents on Friday about the presence of cyanobacterial algae blooms in the Charles River, downstream of the Longfellow Bridge, following a public health advisory issued by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
In this episode of East to West, we cover BU’s decision to suspend this semester’s Shanghai study abroad programs, the first recreational marijuana shop opening in Boston, and a profile on the...
These events include opioid overdose reversal trainings, a substance abuse awareness rally, and an interfaith service honoring activists and leaders in addiction recovery.
Central and Southeastern Massachusetts are at critical risk for Eastern Equine Encephalitis-carrying mosquitoes. There have been four cases of EEE in Massachusetts residents so far this year.
Massachusetts and New Hampshire officials have confirmed an international traveler carrying the measles virus passed through Boston’s South Station on their way from New York to Boston on Feb. 26, potentially exposing other passengers and city residents to the highly contagious disease.
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh named April 12 “Harold Cox Day” to honor Harold Cox, an associate dean at Boston University’s School of Public Health, for his work in driving lasting improvements in public health.
Boston City Council approved a citywide ordinance Wednesday that will impose stricter regulations on college athletes, launched to prevent head, neck and spinal injuries.
The ordinance will require...
