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06/18/2026

What does it really mean when a soccer player “takes a knock”? Miho Tanaka, MD, PhD, a Mass General Brigham orthopaedic surgeon, explains how team physicians assess injury severity in real time.

Dr. Miho Tanaka explains what a soccer “knock” means, how doctors judge injuries on the sideline and when a bruise needs care.

06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

New research from Mass General Brigham suggests statins may offer benefits beyond heart health. In a study of older U.S. veterans, those who began statin therapy were significantly less likely to develop frailty over time—highlighting the potential role of these medications in supporting healthier aging.

Findings from a large observational study led by researchers at Mass General Brigham support a role for existing heart drugs in preserving healthy aging.

06/15/2026

Pancreatic cancer expert Harsh Singh, MBBS, discusses a new and promising therapy for this notoriously difficult-to-treat disease. As he tells CBS News, the drug, which targets the cancer-causing gene KRAS, produced survival rates that were nearly twice as high as those seen in patients receiving chemotherapy.

Some pancreatic cancer patients are seeing a nearly double rate of survival after using a new drug, according to new research. Dr. Harsh Singh, a program director at the MGB Cancer Institute, joins with more details.

06/11/2026

Jennifer Manne-Goehler, MD, ScD, explains why GLP-1 medications shouldn't be used as a "quick fix" and outlines what to consider before taking them.

Thinking about a GLP-1 for cosmetic weight loss? Experts say these drugs are not intended as a quick fix.

06/09/2026

Should Americans be masking during World Cup matches? Infectious disease expert Daniel Kuritzkes, MD, said concerns are low. He shares his thoughts with WCVB Channel 5 Boston in this segment.

Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes, senior infectious disease physician at Mass General Brigham, said there is not a real risk of spreading diseases while traveling to World Cup matches. Kuritzkes said people who are most vulnerable or immunocompromised should consider wearing a mask and make sure they are up to....

06/05/2026

Longer days and sunnier skies don't always translate to enough vitamin D. JoAnn Manson, MD, shares what you need to know about vitamin D supplements, including who may benefit and when to take them.

Why bother to take a supplement if your body isn't primed to absorb it?

06/04/2026

Mass General Brigham’s Foxborough locations will close to patients and the public on all game days for the international soccer matches at Gillette Stadium, with the first game on June 13. These facilities will be inaccessible due to security restrictions and significant traffic in the area. This includes the Brigham and Women's Urgent Care at 20 Patriot Place. Visit our website for the full list of dates and schedule changes: http://spklr.io/6184EMN4q

06/03/2026

Frailty affects up to 1 in 4 adults age 65+ and can increase the risk of falls, hospitalization, disability, and more.

Ariela Orkaby, MD, of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, is researching how to support healthy aging by preventing frailty and cardiovascular disease. http://spklr.io/6180EM0o0

06/01/2026

Moms are often the ones doing the invisible labor - scheduling, planning, and keeping the household running. Psychiatrist Ash Nadkarni, MD, talks about the importance of taking “me time” to recharge.

Small breaks can make a big difference for moms, and Mass General Brigham psychiatrist Dr. Ash Nadkarni explains why “me time” matters.