Today’s news
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Americans Seek Affordable Healthcare Abroad Through Medical Tourism
Travelers find cheaper prices for procedures like dental work, cosmetic surgery, and preventive care in countries like Thailand, South Korea, and Mexico.
Vertex to Present New Data on JOURNAVX® Pain Management
Pharmaceutical company to showcase results of new aesthetic and surgical pain treatment.
Recent news
Mar. 4, 2026
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.
Mar. 3, 2026
Brighton Marine Expands US Family Health Plan Network
The healthcare provider network expansion will serve Southern New England.
Mar. 3, 2026
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.
Mar. 2, 2026
Doctors Weigh In on Safety of Spraying Perfume on Neck
Experts explain whether concerns about thyroid risks from neck sprays are valid.
Feb. 27, 2026
Mass General Brigham Launches AI-Powered Primary Care Platform
Care Connect aims to address critical gaps in primary care access across Massachusetts
Feb. 27, 2026
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.
Feb. 27, 2026
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'
Feb. 27, 2026
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.
Feb. 26, 2026
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.
Feb. 25, 2026
New England Baptist Hospital Names New Chief Nurse
Michelle McGrory, DNP, RN, to lead nursing operations at Boston orthopedic hospital
Feb. 25, 2026
BioMarin to Participate in Four Upcoming Investor Conferences in March 2026
The biotech company will present at multiple healthcare investor events across the country.
Feb. 24, 2026
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.
Feb. 24, 2026
Danaher CEO to Present at TD Cowen Health Conference
Live webcast will carry Rainer M. Blair's presentation from Boston on March 3.
Feb. 24, 2026
Health Systems Embrace AI Agents for Administrative Tasks
Clinical use of autonomous AI remains limited due to patient safety concerns
Feb. 23, 2026
Southern Worcester County Has Strong Nursing Workforce
Report finds region has high share of licensed practical nurses and registered nurses
Feb. 22, 2026
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.
Feb. 22, 2026
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
Feb. 21, 2026
mTuitive Co-Founder John Murphy Passes Away
Healthcare technology pioneer remembered for vision and dedication to improving patient care
Feb. 21, 2026
Viewpoints: Lessons From The Dutch On Affordable Health Care; Vaccine Research In America Is In Crisis
Opinion writers examine these public health issues.
Feb. 19, 2026
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.