Health
As Protests Continue, Health Officials Advise Activists: Keep Masks On
The total number of coronavirus cases as of Sunday, when protesters gathered in crowds across the city to protest the death of George Floyd, reached […]
4 Ways to Help Ease Your Child’s Coronavirus Anxiety
With the coronavirus an ever-present threat, parents everywhere are doing the best they can to protect their family’s health. Yet, while washing hands and wearing […]
All of Your Questions about Using Telehealth, Answered
Along with work, celebrations, social gatherings, and fitness events going virtual, doctor’s appointments have also gone online. Everything from check-ups to chiropractic visits to therapy […]
My Life in the Age of COVID: Boston Health and Human Services Chief Marty Martinez
As the COVID-19 pandemic upends every aspect of Boston life, we’re checking in with some local residents to learn how they’re processing our new normal. […]
Does the Coronavirus Cause a Loss of Smell? An Expert Weighs In
Sniffing but suddenly struggling to detect scents around the home? Recent studies show that a loss of smell is sometimes an early symptom of COVID-19, and […]
Losing Hair from Stress? These 4 Simple Solutions Can Help Stop It
What a difference a month makes. In March, spring brought the promise of the great outdoors with longer days, warmer temperatures, and revived natural colors […]
What You Need to Know About Female Hair Loss
2020 has been a big year for getting the word out about female hair loss. From U.S. congresswomen to celebrities, we’ve heard from a number […]
What You Need to Know about Wearing a Face Mask during the COVID-19 Crisis
On May 1 Governor Charlie Baker issued a face-covering mandate where social distancing is not possible, effective May 6. Businesses may decline entry to an […]
Could Fitness Wearables Help Detect Early Signs of COVID-19?
We’ve been counting our steps and monitoring our heart rates using fitness wearables for quite some time. Some homegrown wearables like Nix and Embr Wave […]
Yes, It’s (Probably) Safe to Keep Going on Walks Outside
It’s the MBTA’s fault I walk everywhere. When I first moved to the Boston area, I lived in the T station-free Union Square neighborhood of […]
How to Get Tested for COVID-19 in Boston
Should I get tested for COVID-19? You’ve probably wondered this more than once in the last couple of months. Per the statewide instructions, you should […]
Longevity is a Lifestyle: A Guide to Aging Well
Far from slowing down, today’s empty nesters are traveling around the world (and discovering new adventures in their own backyards), forming vibrant social lives, and […]
Direct Your Coronavirus Anxiety Towards Lending a Helping Hand
They say the best antidote to anxiety is action. If coronavirus news has you tailspinning into a bout of nervous sweats, maybe premature self quarantining with […]
A Guide to Etiquette in the Age of Coronavirus
In a pandemic, we’re all hypochondriacs. Over the past week or so, as the coronavirus has wound its way into Boston, I’ve found myself on-edge, […]
4 Frequently Asked Ear, Nose, and Throat Health Questions, Answered by a Specialist
She came to the doctor’s office with her daughter and a whiteboard. It was the only way she could communicate since losing her hearing. After […]