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Health Advisory: Cyanobacteria in the Charles River
Avoid Contact with Water Downstream of Harvard Bridge - Broad Canal, Lechmere Canal, North Point Park, Lederman Park, Community Boating docks, and Storrow Lagoon The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is alerting residents of a cyanobacteria...

Xenon Pharmaceuticals Reports Inducement Grants Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)
VANCOUVER, British Columbia and BOSTON, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: XENE), a neuroscience-focused biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering life-changing therapeutics...

Back to School Wellness and Preparation
This month, we share community school supply and mental health resiliency resources for kids, parents, and educators preparing to return to school. We once again approach that special time of year when back to school preparations begin. As we do...

Boston Invited to Join the World Cities Culture Forum
In recognition of the City’s cultural diversity and strength, Boston becomes the next U.S. city to join a global network using culture to power economic growth, equity, and innovation. Mayor Michelle Wu announced that Boston has been officially...

Atea Pharmaceuticals to Host Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results and Business Update Conference Call on August 7, 2025
BOSTON, July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atea Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: AVIR) (Atea or Company), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company engaged in the discovery and development of oral antiviral therapeutics for serious viral diseases,...

Shin-pei Tsay Appointed New Chief of Research and Data for City of Boston
New leadership for Boston's data and analytics teams continues the citywide service transformation for residents and public servants. Chief Innovation Officer Santiago Garcés announced the appointment of Shin-pei Tsay as the new Chief Research and...

Boston Parks and Recreation to Host Second Annual “Putting for Parks” Golf Tournament
The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the return of the Putting for Parks Golf Tournament, taking place on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the George Wright Golf Course in Hyde Park. Now in its second year, this...

Mayor Michelle Wu Announces $1.7 Million in Neighborhood Jobs Trust Funding Awarded to Community Organizations Expanding Job Training and Education Programs for Boston Residents
Funding will prepare eligible residents to enter new careers in healthcare, clean energy, and childcare Mayor Michelle Wu and the Office of Workforce Development (OWD) today announced the allocation of $1.7 million of Neighborhood Jobs Trust (NJT)...

Apyx Medical Corporation to Participate in the Canaccord Genuity 45th Annual Growth Conference
CLEARWATER, Fla., July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apyx Medical Corporation (NASDAQ:APYX) (“Apyx Medical;” the “Company”), the manufacturer of a proprietary helium plasma and radiofrequency technology marketed and sold as Renuvion® and the AYON...

Summit Helps Teens Explore Healthy Relationships and Coping Skills
Boston Public Health Commission's ‘Break-up Summit’ is on July 31 and brings together 200 teens and 50 providers from across the city Mayor Michelle Wu, the City of Boston, and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) are hosting a summit for...

Corbus Pharmaceuticals Announces Upcoming Presentation of Dose Expansion Phase 1/2 Clinical Data for its Nectin-4 Targeting ADC CRB-701 at the 2025 ESMO Annual Congress
NORWOOD, Mass., July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corbus Pharmaceuticals Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: CRBP), a clinical-stage company focused on oncology and obesity, announced today that an abstract on updated clinical data from its Phase 1/2 clinical...

Oola Bowls® Expands in Massachusetts with New Lynnfield Store Opening at MarketStreet in August
LYNNFIELD, MA, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Oola Bowls, the vibrant better-for-you brand known for its signature, high-pulp açaí bowls and commitment to “what happiness tastes like,” is thrilled to announce another...

Dr. Falk Pharma and Allianthera (Suzhou) Biopharmaceuticals Forge Strategic Partnership for Novel AhR Agonist Development
Freiburg (Germany), Suzhou (China) and Boston (USA), July 30, 2025: Dr. Falk Pharma GmbH and Allianthera (Suzhou) Biopharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. Announce Strategic Partnership to Develop a Novel AhR Agonist for the Treatment of Moderate to Severe...

ZOIA Healthcare Acquires Lil’s Dietary to Expand Commitment to Rare Metabolic Disease Community
Boothwyn, PA., July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZOIA Healthcare, Inc. (ZOIA), a Pentec Company, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Lil’S Low Carb Inc. (Lil’s Dietary), a boutique provider of medical and low-protein foods specializing in...

AP Automation Provider Adoption Rises as USA Healthcare Faces Financial Strain
Leading AP Automation Provider solutions help healthcare tackle billing complexity and free up time for patient care. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Amid growing complexities in financial operations, organizations...

Fighting to Stop Congress’ and Trump Administration’s Illegal Crusade Against Essential Reproductive Healthcare: Attorney General Bonta Files Lawsuit over “Defund Provision”
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta today sued the Trump Administration over the sweeping budget reconciliation law (“Big Beautiful Bill”), specifically the “Defund Provision,” signed by President Donald Trump this month. This...

Jesús D. Suárez Honored in El Salvador for His Contributions to Health, Arts, and Social Change from Massachusetts
Dr. Jesús D. Suárez receives dual honors in El Salvador for his leadership in global health, cultural innovation, and social transformation. SOUTHBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, July 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Jesús D. Suárez, Puerto Rican Based...

BioPorto attends the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine meeting, where NGAL and Acute Kidney Injury will be a key focus among participants.
July 28, 2025 News Release BioPorto attends the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine meeting, where NGAL and Acute Kidney Injury will be a key focus among participants. Laboratory medicine continues to focus on kidney diagnostics....

Eleos Deepens Post-Acute Care Mission with Home Health, Palliative, and Hospice Care Expansion
CHICAGO and BOSTON, July 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Eleos Health, the market leader in AI for behavioral health, announced its expansion deeper into post-acute care, bringing its trusted, purpose-built AI platform to home health, palliative care...

$5 Million in Initial Grants to go towards Improving Health and Closing Life Expectancy Gaps
An initial $5 million in grants will go to recipients in Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan. Grants are in partnership with Atrius Health Equity Foundation and the Boston Community Health Collaborative Funding will advance economic mobility as part...