Where’s the Skinny? Mass. Ranks Almost Last for Obesity
We’re known for sports, schools, and complaining about the weather. However, according to recent data collected in the State of Obesity report, we’re home to some of the skinniest in America as well. Urgent Call to Tackle Childhood Obesity Child Obesity Rates Stabilizing But They're Still Really High Obesity Cuts Life Expectancy by Up to 14 Years, Study Shows
Brighton Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile
Boston public health officials announced today that tests performed on Sept. 9 confirmed mosquitoes have tested positive for the West Nile virus for first time in Brighton this season. Mattapan Pool Tests Positive for West Nile State's First Human West Nile Case in Middlesex County States Reports 2nd West Nile Virus Case of 2014
What You Need to Know About Enterovirus D68
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Bostonians to Donate Blood at Fenway to Commemorate 9/11
The Red Cross’s annual blood drive at Fenway Park brings together the Boston community to reflect on the lives lost in the September 11 terrorist attacks and to help those currently in need. Fading 9/11 Memorial a Cause for Concern ‘Gay Blood Drives’ Put Pressure on FDA to Lift Donor Ban Red Cross Issues Urgent Call for Blood Donors
Don’t Abandon Your Core This Race Season
Running places a huge stress on the body. Injuries are common, but they can be easily prevented and remedied with some simple core and hip strength training. Ab Exercises to Get You Set for Summer Top 5 Exercises Everyone Should Do at the Gym Top Five Mistakes Runners Make
How to Talk to Your Children About Ebola
Even if your children haven't heard about Ebola yet, there's a reasonable chance they will--so it's not a bad idea to have them hear about it from you first. Mass. Doctor Contracts Ebola in Liberia What if There Was an Ebola Case in Boston? Boston Colleges Prepare for Students’ Arrival from West Africa
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Where’s the Skinny? Mass. Ranks Almost Last for Obesity
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Brighton Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile
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What You Need to Know About Enterovirus D68
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Bostonians to Donate Blood at Fenway to Commemorate 9/11
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Don’t Abandon Your Core This Race Season
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How to Talk to Your Children About Ebola
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