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

October 28 is National Drug Take-Back Day. Find out how proper medication disposal keeps your family safe and locations to drop your prescription drugs.

Considering weight loss surgery? Bariatric Surgeon Neil Ghushe, MD, outlines five things to consider about the life-changing surgery.

Have questions about back pain? The Medical Director of South Shore Health's Spine Center answers some common questions she hears from patients.

If chronic hip or knee pain is making you miserable, it may be time for a hip or knee replacement.

A Licensed Clinical Psychologist shares what parents should know about Neflix's "13 Reasons Why" and how to use the show to start a meaningful conversation with kids.

A neurosurgeon with South Shore NeuroSpine shares five symptoms that may indicate a brain tumor in light of TV star Maria Menounos's diagnosis and treatment.

It's not just a cardiac event that can send you to the hospital when shoveling. Learn how to stay safe when removing snow this winter.

This Halloween, make sure to avoid the scares that require a trip to the emergency room. Here's how ghouls and goblins of all ages can stay safe.

Medications aren't the only tool for managing COPD. Learn more about the lifestyle changes that can help patients with COPD.