Stress from caring for someone with dementia can cause health problems, study says

CBS Boston (Health) 7/18 11:51A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - Caring for someone with dementia can be incredibly stressful and a new study finds that stress can cause damage on a cellular level, which can lead to mental and physical health problems. One way to gauge a person's cellular health is to...

Do "night owls" have better brain function? Here's what study says

CBS Boston (Health) 7/18 11:50A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - A new study out of the U.K. says so-called "night owls" may have better brain function. Researchers in the U.K. looked at data on more than 26,000 people looking at their sleep patterns, duration, and quality. They found that sleeping...

Why does eating make you sleepy? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers your questions

CBS Boston (Health) 7/18 11:50A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your latest health questions. If you have a question, email her or message her on Facebook or X (formerly known as Twitter) . Viewer Ellen writes, "Friends have told me they fall asleep after eating. Is...

Measles case confirmed in Massachusetts for first time since 2020

CBS Boston (Health) 7/18 6:50A Matt Schooley

BOSTON Massachusetts health officials said a person from Worcester County has been diagnosed with the first confirmed case of measles in the state since 2020. The Department of Public Health said the person, who is an adult, recently traveled...

More than 50% of Gen Z uses TikTok for health advice, survey finds

CBS Boston (Health) 7/15 11:40A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - A new survey found that more than 50% of Gen Z are using TikTok for health advice. In a new survey of 1,000 Gen Z users conducted by the personal trainer app Zing Coach , 56 percent said they go to TikTok for health and wellness advice,...

How extreme heat can negatively impact people using certain medications

CBS Boston (Health) 7/15 11:33A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - One area that's often overlooked when we talk about extreme heat is its impact on medications, and many drugs don't do well in warm temperatures. The Associated Press recently outlined some of the potential dangers. Medications that...

Pelvic floor issues after childbirth are not normal and can be fixed, experts say

CBS Boston (Health) 7/15 11:33A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - Experts say that while pelvic floor issues are common for women after childbirth they should not have to live with pelvic discomfort. A new survey by Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute found that most Americans believe it's...

Canton firefighters first in Massachusetts to give blood transfusion in the field

CBS Boston (Health) 7/2 6:12A CBS Boston

The Canton Fire Department said the man's vital signs improved as he was rushed to Boston Medical Center for surgery. WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.

How do I know if it's allergies or just a cold? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers your questions

CBS Boston (Health) 6/24 11:33A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your latest health questions. If you have a question, email her or message her on Facebook or X (formerly known as Twitter) . Jackson in Weston says, "I have a stuffy nose, headache and dry cough. I...

Drug used for cancer treatment could help slow or stop Parkinson's disease, study says

CBS Boston (Health) 6/24 11:33A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - There currently is no cure for Parkinson's disease, but scientists may have discovered a potential path to slow or stop the disease. Parkinson's disease is a brain disorder that can cause movement problems such as tremors, poor balance,...

How to manage stress during the NBA playoffs

CBS Boston (Health) 6/12 11:45A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON -- With the Celtics leading 2-0 in the NBA Playoffs, both players and fans are feeling the heat. While playing sports can certainly be risky for your health, being a die-hard fan can, too -- especially if a game is close and exciting....

Moderna says its combination COVID and flu vaccine tested better than separate shots

CBS Boston (Health) 6/10 6:37A Neal Riley

CAMBRIDGE - Moderna announced Monday that its combination COVID and flu vaccine showed positive results in a late-stage trial. The Cambridge, Massachusetts-based biotech company said the mRNA-1083 vaccine produced a higher immune response in...

I have a Baker's cyst. What can be done? Dr. Mallika Marshall answers your questions

CBS Boston (Health) 5/9 11:48A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your latest health questions. If you have a question, email her or message her on Facebook or X (formerly known as Twitter) . Jeanne writes, "I have a Baker's cyst and can hardly walk. The pain is bad...

How safe is the air quality at your gym?

CBS Boston (Health) 5/9 11:39A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - The next time you hit the gym, you may want to think about the air you're breathing. A new study in Beijing found that the air in indoor gyms contains more organic aerosols than outside air, including tiny particles of lubricants used in...

Why does working a night shift raise the risk for diabetes and obesity? Experts weigh in

CBS Boston (Health) 5/9 11:29A Mallika Marshall, MD

BOSTON - Working a night shift for even a short time could negatively impact your health and scientists are researching why. Scientists at Washington State University and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory put volunteers on simulated night...