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AI in Medicine Needs Less Hype, More Honesty

A Yale professor argues that total transparency is the only way AI can become a trustworthy tool for physicians and patients.

Brighton Marine Expands US Family Health Plan Network

The healthcare provider network expansion will serve Southern New England.

Draper Joins SCALE Team to Improve Indoor Air Quality and Human Health

The SCALE project aims to develop a real-time, building-integrated system to detect and reduce exposure to indoor air hazards.

Doctors Weigh In on Safety of Spraying Perfume on Neck

Experts explain whether concerns about thyroid risks from neck sprays are valid.

Mass General Brigham Launches AI-Powered Primary Care Platform

Care Connect aims to address critical gaps in primary care access across Massachusetts

Massachusetts Hospitals Rank Among the Best in the U.S.

Two Boston hospitals make the top 20 list according to U.S. News & World Report rankings.

Life as a Third Year BU Medical Student

For MED student Sarvesh Palaniappan, clerkship rotations offer hands-on experience and affirmation that 'you are truly making a difference in people's lives'

Botched Star Jordan James Parke's Doctors Warned Him About Plastic Surgery Habit

The British influencer, who had reportedly spent over $150,000 on plastic surgery, died at age 34.

NBA All-Star Donovan Mitchell Joins WellWithAll as Strategic Investor

Partnership aims to scale health equity and generational wellness through better-for-you products and wellness initiatives.

New England Baptist Hospital Names New Chief Nurse

Michelle McGrory, DNP, RN, to lead nursing operations at Boston orthopedic hospital

BioMarin to Participate in Four Upcoming Investor Conferences in March 2026

The biotech company will present at multiple healthcare investor events across the country.

Amazon's #1 Lymphatic Drainage Face Brush and 9 Other Tools Worth Your Time

Optimize your lymphatic system's health with these top-rated Amazon products.

Danaher CEO to Present at TD Cowen Health Conference

Live webcast will carry Rainer M. Blair's presentation from Boston on March 3.

Health Systems Embrace AI Agents for Administrative Tasks

Clinical use of autonomous AI remains limited due to patient safety concerns

Southern Worcester County Has Strong Nursing Workforce

Report finds region has high share of licensed practical nurses and registered nurses

Hospitals Struggle with Steward's EHR Costs After Takeovers

Acquiring health systems face significant expenses transitioning from Steward Health Care's legacy medical record and billing systems.

Second Chance's spay/neuter program curbs pet overpopulation

Nonprofit has performed over 95,000 surgeries since 2005 to improve pet health and reduce homeless animals

mTuitive Co-Founder John Murphy Passes Away

Healthcare technology pioneer remembered for vision and dedication to improving patient care

Viewpoints: Lessons From The Dutch On Affordable Health Care; Vaccine Research In America Is In Crisis

Opinion writers examine these public health issues.

Albany Med CEO Focuses on Controllable Growth Amid Policy Shifts

Daniel Pickett III discusses priorities like capital projects, clinical integration, and supporting vulnerable populations as the system navigates federal healthcare changes.