This Halloween, make sure to avoid the scares that require a trip to the emergency room. Here's how ghouls and goblins of all ages can stay safe.

That box on the back of your food packaging contains some important information. A Registered Dietitian at South Shore Medical Center offers some tips on how to translate the Nutrition Facts label.

Medications aren't the only tool for managing COPD. Learn more about the lifestyle changes that can help patients with COPD.

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Get the details on one of the most affordable—and fun—ways to support health care in your community. Join the Friends of South Shore Health System today!

During National Nurses’ Week, we celebrate the critical importance of our nurses. See the nurses who won special recognition for their extraordinary work in 2017.

When big efforts at weight loss through diet and exercise over a period of time have failed to have achieve sustained weight loss, surgery may be the answer.

Finding the right hip or knee replacement surgeon is important to long-term success. Learn 5 things you should look for before choosing a surgeon.

Learn how small changes in your diet can lead to long-term success for healthy eating.

If you are expecting multiples, here are five questions you should discuss with your doctor: