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

As we get closer to the end of summer, routines start to change: we wind down the late nights, lazy weekends, and days of endless fun as back-to-school season approaches. While all new routines require some adjustment, the return to school doesn’t need to be a struggle! With a little preparation...

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

Roughly 1 out of every 10 forklifts in the United States will be involved in an accident each year. Our injury prevention team offers tips on how to use a forklift safely.

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!

There are many factors to consider as we decide how to safely educate children this fall. Get an infectious disease expert's take on what educators and parents need to think about.

Summer on the South Shore means plenty of swimming, whether it’s in pools, lakes, or the ocean. Swimming is a great way to cool off on a hot day and to get a little exercise, all while being outside and enjoying the best weather of the year. For many South Shore parents, however, a day in the water...

Jack Doherty should not be here. After suffering a massive heart attack while playing hockey last fall, the 45-year father of five was dead. His heart had completely stopped. His skin was blue. “I was probably dead before my body hit the ice,” Jack said. However, an extraordinary series of events...