A Donald Trump presidency and Republican control of Congress will likely mean sweeping changes in healthcare policy across the U.S., but Massachusetts may weather the change-storm better than others.
As the healthcare system strives to treat those with mental illness and addiction, urban providers may be able to cope with demand, but the picture is different in rural parts of Worcester County.
Bioengineered organ transplant company Biostage's stock lept more than 25 percent after the company announced it received a designation that will save the company time and money as it pushes its throat transplant technology to the market.
Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester could see Medicaid and Medicare payments terminated in December if patient safety deficiencies remain, according to state officials.