Unlike other specialties who focus on a specific type of disease or a particular part of the body, family medicine doctors provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages and genders through all stages of life. Learn answers to questions to help you choose the right primary care doctor for you.

When is the flu serious enough to visit the ER? South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Diseases weighs in.

Five tips to help you get the most out of this important annual appointment with your doctor.

Feeling under the weather? South Shore Medical Center's Dr. Allison Ledoux shares what to consider before taking an antibiotic. Read her tips on our blog!

Tempted to skip your child's well visit? The team at South Shore Medical Center explains why you should keep them on the calendar.

Learn if you're at risk for developing skin cancer. Though vigilance in skin protection can't guarantee cancer prevention, it can help reduce your risk.

While irritability, tiredness and low energy are common symptoms, there are other tell-tale signs.

Don't get overwhelmed with how to get your kids back on a more structured sleep schedule for back to school.

The holidays bring lots of festive decorations, but make sure you read these useful child safety tips to make it a safe and happy holiday season!

The Set the Pace Road Road helps raise funds for cardiac patients, like Dan and Sandi Tobin, on the South Shore. Learn more about their story and the 2018 race.