EEE Risk Now 'High' In 3 More MA Towns: DPH

There are now nine cities and towns in Massachusetts at high risk for Eastern equine encephalitis, with several more at "moderate" risk.

EEE Risk Rises To 'High' In 6 Massachusetts Communities: DPH

More mosquitoes have tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis, with elevated risk in 11 cities and towns in Massachusetts.

Citing Teen Use, Paqui Ends 'One Chip Challenge' Product Sales

A 14-year-old from Worcester died last week after eating a single super-spiced Paqui chip. The product is being removed from shelves.

West Nile Found In New Part Of Worcester, Follows First EEE Sample

Previous West Nile samples have been found in the Burncoat area, but the state has now confirmed a sample in central Worcester.

Parents Warned About 'One Chip Challenge' After Worcester Teen's Death

Worcester County DA Joseph Early asked local parents to speak to children about the dangers of Paqui's extremely spicy chip challenge.

September is National Recovery Month

Recovery Centers of America at Westminster Recognizes September as ‘National Recovery Month’ With Tips for Community Engagement

MA Confirms First EEE Samples Of 2023 Mosquito Season

EEE hasn't been detected in Massachusetts over the last two summers following multiple human cases in 2019 and 2020.

Worcester Student, 14, Died After Spicy 'One Chip Challenge': Family

Doherty High School student Harris Wolobah partook in a challenge to eat an extremely spicy Paqui chip before his death, his family said.

Worcester Awarded $4.1M Lead Reduction From Feds, Largest Ever

Lead paint is an especially big problem in Worcester's aging housing stock and due to deferred maintenance by property owners.

Worcester Newborn Nurse Visits Program Gets Boost From MA AG

Attorney General Andrea Campbell distributed $1.5 million in grants, with some aid for a unique program in Worcester for new moms.

Second Worcester West Nile Sample Confirmed In Burncoat

The mosquito that tested positive for West Nile was found in the same trap as one from earlier in July.

High Bacteria Closes Several Beaches In Worcester County: State DPH

Water quality tests showed "bacterial exceedance" at two popular state and town beaches in the area.

Unhealthy Air In Worcester County: Advisory Issued For At-Risk Groups

Canadian wildfire smoke was clouding skies Tuesday across Worcester County, with air monitoring stations showing high particulate levels.

Walk-in Mondays bring convenience, flexibility

Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care will be accepting walk-in patients on Mondays only from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. starting July 17.

West Nile Virus Found In Worcester Mosquitoes, Spraying To Follow

The sample was collected from a neighborhood in north Worcester, according to city officials.

UMass Chan To Begin Teaching Affiliation With Southcoast Health

Southcoast Health has hospitals in Plymouth and Bristol counties. UMass Chan students will begin clinical rotations in those facilities.

Worcester Beaches Reopen After E. Coli Warning Lifted

The Coes Pond and Shore Park beaches were shut down Wednesday after tests found high bacteria levels.

High E. Coli Levels Close Worcester Shore Park, Coes Pond Beaches

The two Worcester beaches will be closed until bacteria levels recede.

Air Quality Advisory In Worcester County Due To Wildfire Smoke

MassDEP says sensitive groups should be careful Friday with wildfire smoke clouding the air in western and central Massachusetts.

Sober Tips for the 4th of July and Rest of Summer

By Amanda Pitts, CEO, Recovery Centers of America at Westminster

Air Quality Advisory For Worcester County As Wildfire Smoke Returns

Smoke from the 250 forest fires burning across Canada will arrive in Massachusetts on Thursday, according to health officials.

Worcester Contractor Fined $115K Over Unsafe Asbestos Removal

The state found multiple asbestos removal violations at the Union Hill job site. Asbestos is known to cause mesothelioma and other cancers.

June is `Rebuild Your Life Month’

Tips from Recovery Centers of America-Westminster to those in recovery to successfully rebuild their lives and find purpose after addiction

UMass Chan Medical School Hosts Multicultural Women’s Health Summit

The free family wellness event is scheduled for next month.

Recovery Centers of America Calls for End to Mental Health Stigma

Leading addiction treatment network shares self-care tips for mental well-being

Boston Marathon 2023 Results: 25 Worcester Residents Compete

See the finishing times of all the Worcester runners who completed the 127th Boston Marathon.

Infant Mortality In Worcester Steady, But Racism Still A Main Problem

The Worcester Healthy Baby Collaborative presented new data this week on infant deaths, which are still above the state average.

UMass Chan Gets OK For Lahey Hospital Medical School Campus

The Worcester-based UMass Chan Medical School campus in Burlington will begin accepting medical students in August 2024.

Last Days To Get $75 For COVID-19 Shots In Worcester

There are just a handful of vaccine clinics left in March offering gift cards for getting any of the available vaccines.

Frozen Fruit Sold At MA Trader Joe’s Recalled Over Hepatitis-A Risk

The nationwide recall covers items sold in multiple stores, including 19 Trader Joe's locations in Massachusetts.

Worcester Vaccinations Still Flat With COVID-19 In 'Rearview Mirror'

Worcester health officials say the pandemic is now endemic, but are still looking for ways to boost the city's vaccination rates.

Elevated PFAS In Lake Quinsigamond Prompts Fish Warning

High PFAS levels have been detected in fish from 13 water bodies near state parks, prompting warnings for anglers.

MA Closing Last COVID-19 'Stop The Spread Testing' Sites

The remaining handful of free PCR testing sites in Massachusetts will close down in March.

$75 COVID-19 Vax Offer Back In Worcester During Vacation Week

The state is offering the incentive to boost COVID-19 booster shots. Here's where to get the $75 bonus.

COVID-19, Flu Shots Ending At Worcester Site

There will still be three other weekly vaccine clinics available in Worcester.

UMass Memorial Seeks Proposals For Community Health Services

More than $2.5 million is available for non-profits focusing on mental health services, food insecurity, and housing.

Worcester COVID-19 Rate Hits Recent High As City Urges Vaccination

With coronavirus, RSV and flu at high levels, officials are urging residents to take precautions before the holidays.

School Bus Emissions In Worcester, Holyoke Targeted In Federal Suit

A Massachusetts environmental wants Durham School Services to curb emissions in environmental justice neighborhoods.

New Public Health Director Takes Over In Worcester, Nearby Towns

Soloe Dennis will oversee a regional health department that covers Worcester, Grafton, Millbury, Shrewsbury and West Boylston.

5 Tips For Staying In Recovery During The Holidays

Avoid Triggers and Maintain Sobriety