Video: Dangerous heat, high humidity have arrived

WCVB.com (Health) 7/20 1:49A

Boston area will feel like 105-110 degrees Saturday afternoon

11 firefighters, 1 resident hospitalized after Level 3 Hazmat in South End

WCVB.com (Health) 7/19 12:01P

Boston Fire responded to a Level 3 hazmat situation that sent 12 people to the hospital Friday afternoon in the city's South End.

Emergency services anticipate uptick in heat-related calls

WCVB.com (Health) 7/19 11:34A

Boston EMS is increasing staffing for the weekend heat wave, anticipating an increase in heat-related calls.

Boston Fire responds to Level 3 Hazmat in South End

WCVB.com (Health) 7/19 8:15A

Boston Fire responded to a Level 3 hazmat situation Friday afternoon in the city's South End.

Go inside BMC's Grow Clinic and Boston Triathlon efforts

WCVB.com (Health) 7/19 7:03A

WCVB's Josh Brogadir spoke with officials from the Boston Medical Center about their humanitarian efforts, such as the Grow Clinic, just a week before Team BMC participates in the Boston Triathlon.

New housing program will create more first-time homeowners, Walsh says

WCVB.com (Health) 7/19 3:12A

Many Bostonians and their families may get the chance to become first-time homeowners after city hall announced a new housing program on Thursday.

Former BC coach suffers brain injury in fall

WCVB.com (Health) 7/18 11:27P

Former Boston College women's basketball coach Cathy Inglese suffered a brain injury when she fell Wednesday, according to a social media post by her sister.

Video: Here comes the extreme heat

WCVB.com (Health) 7/18 4:52P

The hottest temperatures of the past few years are moving into Boston just in time for the weekend.

How declaring a heat emergency can keep Bostonians cooler

WCVB.com (Health) 7/18 4:47P

The city will open up its pools for free to keep folks cool, while the power company asks you keep power consumption down.

Former Red Sox pitcher, wife launch Field of Genes fundraiser

WCVB.com (Health) 7/18 1:55P

The view toward Boston’s Citgo sign from Massachusetts General Hospital holds special meaning for the family of former Red Sox pitcher Rich Hill.

After 74 years, World War II soldier finally comes home

WCVB.com (Health) 7/18 1:24P

Sgt. Alfred Sandini's body was flown to Boston Thursday, to be laid to rest in Marlborough, his hometown.

Man accused of assaulting library employee said he couldn't log on to computer

WCVB.com (Health) 7/18 12:20P

A man later identified by police as William Zaniboni, 49, of Boston, yelled at the employee "for not providing proper service."

Boston Public Library employee sprayed with mace in fight with patron

WCVB.com (Health) 7/18 9:44A

The employee encountered the suspect once in the computer room and again as he exited the building after the work day.

Pumpsie Green, first black player on Boston Red Sox, dies at 85

WCVB.com (Health) 7/17 1:47P

A Red Sox spokesman confirmed his death Wednesday night.

Timelapse shows severe thunderstorm hitting Boston

WCVB.com (Health) 7/17 12:10P

A supercell severe thunderstorm brought lightning, wind and heavy rain to Boston, Cambridge and much of the area Wednesday afternoon.