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
Joshua Bogdan, a 31-year-old resident of New Hampshire, encountered unexpected difficulty when attempting to vote in last fall’s local elections. Despite having voted previously without issue, Bogdan was told he needed to present either a passport or a birth certificate to prove his citizenship due to a new state law requiring proof of citizenship for … Read more
Fueling a Healthier Future: How Dietary Choices Impact Mind and Body As awareness of the link between diet and well-being grows, experts are increasingly emphasizing the importance of proactive nutritional choices. News 9 recently spoke with registered dietitian Elizabeth White at Southern New Hampshire Health about strategies for bolstering both physical and mental health through … Read more
The Deepening Divide: Partisanship Reaches New Heights in Congress A new analysis reveals that 2025 marked the most partisan year in Congressional history, with an overwhelming majority of votes falling along strict party lines. This trend, fueled by a Republican-controlled House and Senate alongside a returning President Trump, signals a potentially lasting shift in the … Read more
Snowmobilers Rescue Stranded Moose in New Hampshire – A Reminder of Winter Wildlife Challenges A quick snowmobile ride turned into a life-saving mission for a group in northern New Hampshire recently. While heading home for lunch, the group encountered a young female moose completely submerged in a deep snowbank, visible only by her head and … Read more
Mount Washington Rescue Highlights Growing Need for Wilderness Medical Preparedness A 15-year-aged Boy Scout from Connecticut required rescue from Mount Washington on Sunday after experiencing a severe allergic reaction. This incident, successfully resolved thanks to the quick actions of his group, a state park employee, and New Hampshire Fish and Game, underscores a rising trend: … Read more
Animal-Related Fatalities: A Rising Tide and What It Means for Your Safety It’s a startling statistic: over 1,600 people in the United States died from animal-related injuries between 2018 and 2023. While the image of a shark attack might spring to mind, the reality is far more nuanced – and often closer to home. A … Read more