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Homecare Oversight: Gov. Maura Healey signed a Massachusetts law creating the state’s first statewide licensing system for homecare agencies, with EOHHS/DPH authority to inspect, investigate, and enforce standards to protect older adults and people with disabilities. Public Health—Rabies Check: Worcester officials say a fox involved in a dog attack tested negative for rabies, while another nearby fox that bit people earlier tested positive, renewing reminders to vaccinate pets and avoid wild animals. Maternal Mental Health in Court: In the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, a defense forensic psychologist testified she was not criminally responsible due to bipolar disorder with postpartum psychosis and lack of appreciation for the wrongfulness of her actions. Food Safety: The FDA highlighted major 2026 recalls tied to outbreaks, including Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce linked to cyclospora and other large-scale produce, egg, and blueberry withdrawals. Cancer Vaccine Breakthrough: Moderna and Merck reported Phase 3 success for an individualized mRNA cancer vaccine plus Keytruda in melanoma, delaying recurrence and spread. Youth Sports Governance: Massachusetts lawmakers advanced plans to create an umbrella regulatory structure for elementary and middle school sports, including statewide coach/official licensure. Immunization Warning: CDC data show kindergarten vaccine coverage slipping and nonmedical exemptions hitting a record 4.2%, raising outbreak risk. Harvard Body-Parts Settlement: Harvard agreed to pay $53 million to families after a morgue manager stole and sold donated body parts.

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Cannabis Flower Potency Audit in Massachusetts Finds 13% of Products Test Outside Acceptable THC Variation

Cannabis Flower Potency Audit in Massachusetts Finds 13% of Products Test Outside Acceptable THC Variation

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CareCloud Breach Highlights the Risks Behind Healthcare's Cloud Infrastructure

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