Each year, nearly one million children are hospitalized with a traumatic brain injury, such as a concussion. Our injury prevention team shares how to prevent TBI and how to recognize the symptoms.

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.

If you're looking to improve your physical fitness, it may be worth it to tap into the expertise of a personal trainer. Find out how to choose a professional that will help you meet your fitness goals.

Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in children between the ages of one and four — but drownings are 100% preventable if the proper precautions are taken.

Falls are one of the most common trauma injuries we see at South Shore Hospital, and are extremely dangerous for seniors.

When Jillian experienced an emergency late in her pregnancy, a diversion to South Shore Hospital saved both her life and the life of her newborn daughter, Monroe.

Revisit or create an emergency preparedness plan before a serious storm arrives.

Motorcycle accidents continue to be a leading preventable cause of traffic fatalities in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 5,014 motorcycle fatalities in 2019. Motorcycle riders are five times more likely to be injured than persons...

For many young children, a trip to the local playground is the highlight of their days! Playgrounds are filled with fun and offer children a great way to socialize with peers - but playgrounds have their fair share of injury hazards as well.

When a simple scratch developed into a serious wound, Bob Hatch drove across the state to receive care at South Shore Health's Center for Wound Healing. Read more here.