Shedding an extra five or ten pounds before swimsuit season is the only weight challenge they face. For many others; however, living with morbid obesity has likely led to an eroded self-esteem, while also putting them at an increased risk of developing a variety of serious health complications.

Throughout the year, South Shore Medical Center (SSMC) colleagues and patients demonstrated their generosity, both of time and of giving, to our surrounding communities through our outreach efforts. As we approach a new year, it is a good time to reflect on the many ways SSMC supported our local...

Sue Noyes, Manager of Retail and Special Events, is the latest recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Sue manages South Shore Hospital's Gift Shop and Wig Services Program.

Happy Father's Day! We asked South Shore Health dads and other employees to share their favorite dad jokes — those jokes that are so bad, they're actually good!

Many patients have had some kind of experience with an anesthesiologist, but few realize the scope of the work done by these medical professionals.

Congratulations to Me McBride, winner of the 2018 Marjorie S. Bryant Award for outstanding patient care.

Patients on valsartan, a blood pressure medication, have seen the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issue several recalls recently. Even if you’re not affected by this issue, you should know the steps to take if a medication you use is recalled.