As measles exposure makes headlines across the nation and right here on the South Shore, adults are questioning whether or not they’re truly immune to the disease. Many are pretty sure they’ve had their measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine, but they want to be sure they’re unlikely to catch this...

“I’m young and healthy—why do I need a doctor?” This is a common thought many of us healthy millennials have. Here are three benefits to having a primary care provider (PCP) and stay on top of your health, even when you’re young and healthy. Get Preventative Medicine The key to a long, healthy life...

If you're a college student, Finals Week is a stressful time. Don't let an illness make things even more stressful!

Baby spinning is an important part of a woman's late pregnancy routine. South Shore Health Certified Nurse Midwife Mary Hogan Donaldson goes behind the science of baby spinning and answers common questions about the practice.

Feel like you need expert nutrition help, but aren't sure where to turn? A South Shore Health registered dietitian explains how to find the right expert for your needs.

It’s inconvenient to have to call your health care provider for routine transactions. That's why we offer South Shore MyChart, an online portal that provides you with access to your medical records no matter where you receive care within South Shore Health.

One of the most stressful events in adolescence, for both parents and teens, is when a girl gets her first period. Here are some ways you can help your daughter prepare for the transition from girlhood to womanhood.

Regularly visiting primary care providers like Khalil Alleyne, MD can help us live longer and feel better. Learn how.

From safety to side effects to distribution, there are a lot of questions about the coronavirus vaccine. Get answers from an infectious disease expert.

As a cardiac nurse, Joanne Privett cared for thousands of patients. But she faced a new challenge when her husband had a heart attack. Read her family's story.