A recent announcement from the Food & Drug Administration has caused concern for users of Zantac and generic heartburn medication. Learn more about ranitidine and NDMA, a probable human carcinogen.

Lion's mane jellyfish have been spotted at beaches across the South Shore, and their tentacles are capable of delivering painful stings to humans.

If you think continuous foot pain is normal, it's not. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it's time to see a podiatrist.

Within a six-year period, Tom Silvia of Plymouth had both of his hips and one knee replaced with Michael Rowland, MD. Read why Tom chose South Shore Health for his care.

Spending too much time in the ladies' room because of urinary incontinence? It's not something you have to live with. Our expert explains the treatment options.

​​​​​​​Motor vehicle crashes are a serious preventable public health concern and are among the leading causes of injury and death across the United States, killing nearly 100 people every day. Seatbelts are the single most effective safety device when it comes to preventing injury and death in motor vehicle crashes.

Your life is put into perspective when all that’s standing between you and death is the level of precision and collaboration amongst your healthcare providers. “They knew what they were doing and were all very confident,” Beverly Akins said. “I can’t say enough for South Shore Hospital’s EMT’s, the...