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WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question about the frequency and harm of febrile seizures in children.
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WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall answers a viewer question about the frequency and harm of febrile seizures in children.
A study from the University of Edinburgh found that children who were at risk for eczema were less likely to develop it if their family owned a dog. It’s unclear why these furry friends may have a protective effect but exposure to dogs early in life may suppress skin inflammation.
Leaving the house with a newborn baby can be stressful, but The Herd in Holliston is a welcoming space that takes the pressure off.
According to Medscape, a team at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles is testing a new app that allows for radiation-free monitoring at home.
Owner Nancy Doyle says The Nutshell, which has been around for nearly 50 years, is dedicated to sourcing its clothing and toys from other New England businesses.
The bags, part of a partnership with Daniel's Table, contain two days' worth of kid-friendly, easy to prepare breakfast, lunch and snack items.
A new order would allow ICE agents to make arrests at schools, including in Massachusetts, adding to the stress that many children are feeling about their families and their friends.
A new order would allow ICE agents to make arrests at schools, including in Massachusetts, adding to the stress that many children are feeling about their families and their friends. WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
Researchers at Brigham Young University say parents might subtly show favoritism based on birth order, personality, and gender.
This often occurs in the setting of a cold where a virus or bacteria infects the space behind the ear drum causing a build-up of fluid, pain, redness, muffled hearing, and sometimes fever.
At age 10, cardiovascular health begins to decline mostly due to behavior factors like diet, sleep, and physical activity. Researchers said it’s important to stress the importance of healthy living in young kids because it can affect their heart health later in life.
There is a debate brewing over whether kids should be allowed to hang out inside breweries and one Boston location is establishing a curfew.
There is a debate brewing over whether kids should be allowed to hang out inside breweries and one Boston location is establishing a curfew. WBZ-TV's Brandon Truitt reports.
Fewer kindergarten children are getting their routine vaccines nationally and the number has also dropped here in Massachusetts.
Fewer kindergarten children are getting their routine vaccines nationally and the number has also dropped here in Massachusetts.
A new study finds a startling number of children worldwide are developing near-sightedness.
A new study finds a startling number of children worldwide are developing near-sightedness.
New research finds that parents should avoid interfering when it comes to their children's friendships.
High blood pressure doesn't only affect middle-aged or older adults. A new study finds a sizable number of young people have it too.
High blood pressure doesn't only affect middle-aged or older adults. A new study finds a sizable number of young people have it too. WBZ-TV's Dr. Mallika Marshall reports.
The start of the new school year can be a tough time for some children. They may develop anxiety over getting used to new routines.
Elizabeth Bagley shares tips for parents on how to navigate tricky conversations about climate change with their children.
Gender-neutral baby names like Dylan, Avery and Logan are on the rise, according to data from baby name website names.org.
Interventions and counseling for obese children can help improve their health and quality of life, research shows.
A study from Alive Solutions found swimsuits that were brighter in color were more visible in bodies of water, and is a recommended safety measure to prevent young children from drowning.
A Boston man fell off a cliff while trying to get an up-close view of the Kilauea volcano eruption in Hawaii.
Charlie McAvoy has always dreamed about playing in the Olympics. The Boston Bruins defenseman will get his wish in 2026.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
A business in Boston is reimagining the way that people design their homes with a custom window and door design center in Seaport.
Jurors in the Karen Read trial are deliberating today as the judge rejected a motion by the defense to change the verdict slip.
A Boston man fell off a cliff while trying to get an up-close view of the Kilauea volcano eruption in Hawaii.
The Red Sox and Rafael Devers reached a point of no return, leading to Sunday's franchise-altering trade to San Francisco.
Rafael Devers is now with the San Francisco Giants and most Boston Red Sox fans are furious.
Mookie Betts was just as stunned as Red Sox fans after hearing Rafael Devers had been traded by Boston to the San Francisco Giants.
Health officials are warning travelers and Boston residents after a person visited popular attractions around the city.
In East Boston, a new facility is offering people help for mental health as soon as they need it.
The ACL surgery has been around for years, but now has been cleared for children as young as 7.
A new study finds many adults are self-diagnosing with ADHD, mainly due to information and misinformation on social media.
Surgeons at Mass Eye and Ear have found a creative way to make their skin cancer patients look good as new.
Longtime private investigators say the Massachusetts State Police have been denying their license renewal applications.
Enrique Delgado-Garcia was just weeks away from finishing his training at the Massachusetts State Police Academy when he was seriously injured in a boxing exercise and died.
When a Braintree woman signed up for a deal with a new cellphone service provider, it included receiving a gift card for her old cellphones.
A couple was days from being evicted from their home after the bank foreclosed on it. One call changed everything.
An investigation by the I-Team revealed that nonprofit hospitals in Massachusetts aren't helping patients entitled to financial assistance.
With ICE raids unpopular in Massachusetts, the local Republican Party is in a difficult political situation.
The chairman of the Massachusetts Democratic Party said his party needs to listen to voters more as that's what cost them in the 2024 elections.
The "big, beautiful bill" passed by the House contains an AI provision that has unlikely allies lining up to fight it.
An independent political action committee supporting Josh Kraft is behind the first TV ad in Boston's mayoral race. But does its attacks on Mayor Wu tell the whole truth?
The declining number of international students in Massachusetts poses a negative threat to the state's economy, a local expert says.
A New Hampshire town's attempt to force a bakery to remove or alter its pastry painting is unconstitutional, a judge ruled.
A Chatham, Massachusetts restaurant has been voted the best in the country for waterfront dining.
Joann is closing more fabric stores in Massachusetts and New Hampshire as the retailer winds down operations.
Bertucci's has closed four restaurants in Massachusetts as it files for bankruptcy for the third time since 2018.
The Easter Sunday holiday means some grocery stores and retailers are closed today in Massachusetts, while others are open.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
A business in Boston is reimagining the way that people design their homes with a custom window and door design center in Seaport.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is dedicated to teaching people about the importance of our natural world through live animal exhibits and more.
Nestled inside iconic Marblehead Harbor sits a seafood market serving up what might be some of the freshest seafood in all of New England.
Charlie McAvoy has always dreamed about playing in the Olympics. The Boston Bruins defenseman will get his wish in 2026.
Mookie Betts was just as stunned as Red Sox fans after hearing Rafael Devers had been traded by Boston to the San Francisco Giants.
We still don't know what the Red Sox front office thinks about the blockbuster trade of Rafael Devers, but the San Francisco Giants are pumped to have landed the superstar slugger.
The Red Sox and Rafael Devers reached a point of no return, leading to Sunday's franchise-altering trade to San Francisco.
In a stunning move, the Boston Red Sox traded Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants.
A police officer in Ludlow, Massachusetts rescued a baby deer and reunited the animal with its mother Sunday night.
The northern lights put on a show last night above Mount Washington in New Hampshire.
Video of a huge shark swimming around Rhode Island's Block Island on Memorial Day is going viral.
Police officers and a K9 named Meatball helped track down a missing boy in Merrimac, Massachusetts.
A unique home in Boston that went viral because the owner discovered it had once been cut in half is now for sale.