Massachusetts remains the sole state in New England and one of only six nationwide outside three nationwide interstate licensing compacts, forcing licensed mental health professionals to terminate care when clients cross state borders, according to local officials and advocates. Rebekah Gewirtz, executive director of the National Association for Social Work in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, … Read more
Nine people who ate contaminated lettuce served at the Cheshire Medical Center cafeteria in Keene contracted confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, according to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The infections are part of a broader national outbreak that has prompted widespread produce recalls and heightened medical surveillance across healthcare facilities. Hospital … Read more
Cyclospora Outbreak Status: New Hampshire and National Trends New Hampshire has confirmed two cases of cyclosporiasis in 2026, according to the state Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). While 31 states have reported infections and 86 individuals have required hospitalization nationwide, health officials state that New Hampshire has not experienced an increase in cases … Read more
Lion’s mane jellyfish are appearing in the Gulf of Maine, prompting state officials to advise beachgoers on how to handle potential stings. According to Sam Rutka, lead aquarist at the Seacoast Science Center, these jellyfish are native to the region, though winds and currents occasionally push them from colder, deeper waters toward New Hampshire shorelines. … Read more
How to Protect Your Property From Black Bears During Peak Season Late June and early July represent the peak season for human-bear interactions in New Hampshire, as black bears become increasingly active in search of food. New Hampshire Fish and Game officials report an average of 450 calls for assistance annually during this period. The … Read more
Angler Elliot Sudal successfully removed a fishing hook from a nearly nine-foot great white shark off the coast of Nantucket on June 7, highlighting the growing intersection between recreational fishing and protected marine predators. While the shark was released unharmed, the incident underscores the strict federal regulations governing interactions with white sharks, which are managed … Read more
A 66-year-old Concord, New Hampshire man remains hospitalized with the Powassan virus, a rare but serious tick-borne illness. According to his friend Tom Wright, John Reagan was admitted to Concord Hospital after a tick bite and later transferred to Massachusetts General Hospital. There are currently no vaccines or specific antiviral treatments for the virus, which … Read more
Beyond the Hype: The Evolving Landscape of GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications For years, weight loss was framed primarily as a battle of willpower—calories in versus calories out. However, the rise of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists has fundamentally shifted this narrative, moving obesity treatment from the realm of “lifestyle coaching” into the sphere of chronic … Read more
New Hampshire Animal Shelters Brace for Kitten Season As spring arrives, New Hampshire animal shelters are preparing for a significant increase in kitten intake. The New Hampshire SPCA in Stratham is anticipating a surge in the number of kittens needing care. New Hampshire animal shelters prepare for influx of kittens Updated: 3:15 PM EDT Mar … Read more
Modern COVID Variant ‘Cicada’ Emerges: What You Need to Know Health officials are monitoring a newly identified COVID-19 variant, dubbed “Cicada,” which has been detected in at least 25 states, including Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. The variant, first identified in South Africa in November 2024, is currently causing low levels of activity but … Read more