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Lazar is a health reporter who focuses on aging, sports medicine, and public health. Her experience combines more than two decades of print and broadcast reporting. She previously worked as a news writer and producer at ABC and CBS radio networks.
Latest stories
Citing backlog, state health agency pleads for funds
By Kay Lazar , Globe Staff
The Mass. Department of Public Health has fallen significantly behind in investigating consumer complaints about medical facilities.
Labs must test medical marijuana
By Kay Lazar , Globe Staff
Massachusetts will be the first state to have independent labs test the safety and quality of medical marijuana.
State approves medical marijuana regulations
By Kay Lazar , Globe Staff
Under state rules, medical marijuana dispensaries will be required to hire an independent lab to test their products for pesticides or heavy metals.
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Caregivers taking on more complex medical tasks
By Kay Lazar , Globe Staff
Legions of baby boomers are caring for aging parents and shouldering more complicated nursing tasks.