Research
New Report Reveals the Financial and Human Cost of Medical Errors in Massachusetts
Mistakes happen. But it’s when mistakes recur, can be prevented, or are not reported and learned from that they become a much more serious concern. […]
You Actually Don’t Need 10,000 Steps a Day, According to a New Study
We all have that one friend (or maybe we are that friend) that religiously wears a fitness tracker. And at the end of the day if they […]
New Study Shows Poop Pills Might Be a Promising Weight-Loss Therapy
Before you turn your nose up—if you haven’t already—your poop can tell you a lot about your health. It can tell you if your gut […]
Research: Meal Delivery Services Associated with Lower Healthcare Costs
We’re all familiar with the saying “food is medicine” but how often do we actually take it to heart? It’s often times hard to see the […]
Finding CTE in Living People? BU Just Got Closer to Doing It
A major, promising step forward has just been announced in the study of CTE, the disease that wreaks havoc on the brains of former NFL […]
A Cure for Type 2 Diabetes?
Kim Shepherd didn’t tell her husband of 34 years where she was going when she hopped in the car three years ago and drove an […]
New Harvard School of Public Health Study Links Push-Ups and Heart Health
Ever heard the phrase drop and give me 20? Well, according to researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health, 40 is actually the magic […]
The NFL Will Give Boston Children’s Hospital $14.7 Million for Concussion Research
America’s game is a violent one—filled with hard hits and aggressive action. It’s what makes the sport of football exciting and exhilarating, and is why hundreds of thousands […]
Physicians Hesitate to Recommend Health Clubs and Personal Trainers, According to a New Study
Adults 18-64 years old need at least two hours and 30 minutes of aerobic exercise per week in conjunction with two days of muscle-strengthening activities, according to the Centers […]
New Study Shows Lack of Sleep in Teens Is Associated with Risky Behavior
Sleep is so very important—this is not news. But for the majority of us, getting enough of it is hard. The consequences of not getting enough […]
Ask the Expert: Should I Consider Freezing My Eggs?
Welcome to our Ask the Expert series, in which local health and fitness experts answer your wellness questions. Here, Dr. Janis Fox weighs the pros and […]
Brigham and Women’s Researchers Find Moderate Carb Intake Is Best
Low carb-focused diets like keto, paleo, and the Atkins, all promising rapid weight loss, are still favored among trendy diets, while carbs continue to be enemy number one. […]
Social Media Image Filters Are Giving People Body Dysmorphia
There’s no denying the large role social media plays in our lives now. We use it to connect, socialize, tell stories, and market products and […]
A Study from Tufts University Shows the Benefits of Exercise for Older Adults
Quick fixes on aging are all the rage right now—get botox here, laser hair removal there, and don’t forget to drink your collagen in your […]
Massachusetts Adults Rank Above the National Average When It Comes to Exercise
Kudos to you, Massachusetts. Whether you’re an avid spin-goer, you frequent the weight room, or you’re a pavement pounder along the Esplanade—you are helping the state […]