Our goal as anesthesiologists is to both alleviate pain and to keep the patient and baby safe. We need to anticipate any complications that could jeopardize the safety of the patient and baby on the day of delivery. We also want patients to be aware of these potential challenges in advance so they are not caught by surprise if something changes during delivery.

Is packing a lunch becoming a hassle? South Shore Health's nutrition experts have a solution that will make parents and kids happy.

South Shore Health has partnered with Mother’s Milk Bank Northeast to open a human milk depot.

The HPV vaccine is important to your child’s future health, but fewer than half of all kids receive it. Learn why you should discuss it with your pediatrician.

Has your healthy routine taken a summer vacation? South Shore Medical Center's experts are here with wellness tips for fall.

These ideas will help you add some healthy options to your summer bbq menu.

It’s only a matter of time before children will stay home alone, whether it’s been carefully planned or the result of an unexpected circumstance. An expert explains how you can ensure that your child’s first experience home alone goes well.

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.

Bob and Donna Pineau and the South Shore VNA Parent Child Health team will be honored at the 7th annual Luminaria on Thursday, June 14, 2018, at 6 p.m. at Granite Links Golf Club in Quincy. Learn more about the event and its honorees!

South Shore Hospital Pastoral Care Manager explains why it's so important for families to talk about end-of-life care.