Labor induction can also cause some stress and confusion, particularly if it’s your first pregnancy or first time being induced. To help address some of that confusion, our Labor Team wanted to answer some common questions about the labor induction process.

​​​​​​​As the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine continues in the United States, vaccination is now an option for younger patients. This has led to a number of vaccine-related questions from parents.

Considering weight loss surgery? Bariatric Surgeon Neil Ghushe, MD, outlines five things to consider about the life-changing surgery.

One in two women and one in five men over the age of 65 will suffer at least one bone fracture due to osteoporosis. For cancer patients undergoing certain treatments, that risk increases. Learn about your risk factors for osteoporosis and what you can do to keep your bones healthy.

Having a primary care provider is important. A South Shore Medical Center doctor explains what to keep in mind when choosing a PCP.

There is medical value of the stem cells in a baby's umbilical cord blood. Learn the options available to parents and pros and cons of banking these cells.

Not all mammograms are created equal. Learn more about the benefits of 3D mammography.

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.

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.

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.