The teen years are crucial for both mental and physical development. Many teens face mental health challenges. It's important for parents to know the warning signs of mental health struggles and to know how to help their teens.

We're proud to celebrate Anysha Legrand as the recipient of the Colleague Spotlight Award for August! Learn more about the compassion and care Anysha showed to a visitor who drove more than eight hours to see his mother at South Shore Hospital.

We're proud to celebrate Emily Stamaris, BS, RDMS, RVT as the recipient of the Colleague Spotlight Award for December! Learn more about how Emily, who is deaf, has persevered through the difficulties caused by mask mandates and continues to inspire her colleagues.

What should a pregnant woman pack in her all-important hospital bag? A midwife shares her personal and professional tips for expecting parents.

Pregnant women focus on getting things ready for their baby. Midwife Ruby Ristuccia recommends that it's just as important to get self-care time on the books, and shares how to make it happen once your baby arrives.

She’s only been taking the Aquatic Conditioning class for a few months, but Kathy Garrity says she’s already feeling stronger, more flexible and more energetic.

According to the CDC, a third of U.S. adults report they get less than the recommended amount of sleep each day. And studies show insufficient sleep is linked to many chronic diseases and conditions —including type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression.

For 26 years, Youth Health Connection (YHC) has helped young people deal with the challenges they face as they mature. The group recently welcomed Karen Peterson to continue this critical program. Learn more about Karen's background and the future of the program.

A recent announcement from the Food & Drug Administration has caused concern for users of Zantac and generic heartburn medication. Learn more about ranitidine and NDMA, a probable human carcinogen.

As he waited for a double lung transplant, Andrew needed a new pulmonary rehab program when his closed its doors. He found the perfect spot at South Shore Hospital.