MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: State Reports 10,000th Death

Nearly two-thirds of Massachusetts communities reported rising positive test rates and the number of high-risk communities rose to 30.

Massachusetts On Brink Of Grim Coronavirus Milestone

The state is almost certain later Thursday to pass 10,000 reported deaths. The rate of death has slowed, but virus metrics are escalating.

442K In MA Could Lose Health Coverage As ACA Hits Supreme Court

The number of uninsured MA residents could more than double and more than $3 billion of federal funding could be lost, a new report says.

MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: Statewide Test Rate Hits 2%

With new metrics, just 16 towns were marked high-risk, but over half of Massachusetts communities reported rising positive test rates.

In Push To Get Kids In Class, MA Changes Coronavirus Map

The change dramatically reduced the number of high-risk communities across the state. Schools are expected to prioritize in-person learning.

City Of Boston's Two Mobile Coronavirus Testing Teams Are Available Again

Since our launch in May, our mobile testing teams have administered 13,795 tests.

Dan MacDonald PT Joins Peak Physical Therapy & Sports Performance

Dan MacDonald has joined Peak's Pembroke clinic as a physical therapist

Boston Surpasses 20K Cases, 1 Percent Positive Test Rate

The average daily incidence rate per 100,000 residents is 15.8, nearly double what it needs to be to escape high-risk status.

MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: High-Risk List Soars To 121

Over half of the state's cities and towns reported rising positivity rates, and the statewide rate approached 2 percent.

Boston Residents Urged To Get Tested, Walsh Challenges Businesses

Mayor Marty Walsh asked businesses to help employees get tested while on the clock.

Moderna Prepping For Coronavirus Vaccine Launch

The Cambridge-based expects data on a late-stage trial next month that could lead to it filing for emergency use authorization.

13 Communities Are Rolling Back Reopening Measures

The cities and towns that have been high-risk for three straight weeks are moving back to phase 3, step 1.

Boston Commission For Persons With Disabilities Seeking Applicants For Disability Commission Advisory Board

Boston residents can submit their applications online or by emailing until November 22.

Listeria Outbreak In Massachusetts Linked To Deli Meats

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak has been found in three states - including Massachusetts.

New COVID Numbers Highest in State's Youngest Age Group: Patch PM

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New COVID-19 Numbers Highest in State's Youngest Age Group

One leading expert said the rising caseload could forecast a wave of transmission in older adults.

MA Town-By-Town Coronavirus Stats: High-Risk List Keeps Growing

More than one in five communities were marked high-risk in the latest town-by-town report. The state reported nearly 1,000 new cases.

Second Coronavirus Surge Would Pose New Challenges: Experts

Health care workers are poised "to carry a huge brunt and a huge burden" in the weeks ahead, a Health Policy Commission member said Tuesday.

Boston Mayor Announced New Partnership With Whittier Street Health Center

Both testing sites are available for everyone until October 24.

'We're Bracing For It:' Boston Doctor Nervous About Second Coronavirus Wave

"What we are seeing that as the weather gets colder here, cases are going up," said Dr. Shira Doron, an epidemiologist for Tufts Medical.

MA Coronavirus Vaccine: State Expects 20K-60K Doses At First

Massachusetts detailed preliminary plans on how to distribute a coronavirus vaccine and who would be first in line to receive it.

550 New MA Coronavirus Cases, 21 Deaths: Latest State Numbers

Saturday was the ninth straight day state health officials reported at least 500 new coronavirus cases in its daily report.

Boston Police Received 1,400 Party Complaints Since Sept. 1

Mayor Marty Walsh said he's considering fines for both tenants and landlords for parties in an attempt to curb COVID-19 spread.

Weekly Message From Boston Commissioner In Support Of Local Disability Community

'October is also an important month within the disability community as it is National Disability Employment Awareness Month!'

Boston Remains High-Risk After More Than 500 Cases Last Week

With numbers continuing to creep upward, there is no clear path for a return to a lower-risk designation for the city.

Nursing Homes, Other Long-Term Care Facilities Could See Changes

The Department of Public Health is proposing capping residential room occupancy at two people and setting a minimum staffing requirement.

MA In 'Strong Position ... For What Comes Next' With COVID: Baker

Gov. Charlie Baker said the state has made significant progress in preparing against what some are calling a potential second surge.

MA Reports 570 New Coronavirus Cases, 16 More Deaths

There were 511 peopl hospitalized for a coronavirus-related illness as of midday Sunday.

MA Reports 587 New Coronavirus Cases

The state reported the healthcare systems are not showing a positive trend, but designated as "in progress."

Northeast Showing Signs Of 'Silent Spread,' Birx Says In Visit

A White House chief coronavirus expert met with Gov. Charlie Baker and warned residents of signs that people are letting their guard down.

Christine Cormier Named Clinic Manager at Peak Physical Therapy

Christine Cormier, MSPT, Named Clinic Manager at Peak Physical Therapy & Sports Performance Norwell Clinic

Boston Remains High-Risk In First Update After School Slowdown

The city remained in the red for the second straight week after seeing its average daily incidence rate per 100,000 residents rise to 9.99.

CDC Stresses Vaccines As Massachusetts Enters Flu Season

With no end in sight to the coronavirus pandemic, experts say flu shots will reduce strain on health care providers this season.

10,000 Wanted For At-Home Coronavirus Testing Study In Boston Area

The TestBoston study is looking for people within 45 miles of Boston to take part in the six-month project.

MA Coronavirus Numbers Continue Increase As Reopening Moves Ahead

Monday's report showed a positive test rate at 4.1 percent and 20 more deaths across the state.

West Nile Virus Risk Level Increased From Low To Moderate In Boston

Most people bitten by infected mosquitoes experience no symptoms or mild symptoms, but some can develop serious disease.

MA Reports 626 New Coronavirus Cases, 3 Additional Deaths

As of Sunday, there are 438 people currently hospitalized for a coronavirus-related illness, an increase of 22 from Saturday.

MA Coronavirus Daily Case Count Highest In Months

The numbers mark the largest day over day increase since May.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a mental health condition that affects children and adults alike.

Local Nonprofit Shares Ratings of Boston Area Dentists

Need a Teeth Cleaning or Other Dental Work? Brush Up on the Area’s Best Options.