Even though the kids have barely made it to summer camp, parents across the South Shore are starting to think about back-to-school preparations. (Sorry, kids.) For parents of young athletes, one task that can sneak up in the midst of summer fun is scheduling sports physicals. Sports physicals screen...

​​​​​​​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.

As the virus that causes COVID-19 continues to evolve, the tools used to keep us safe are evolving too. Learn more about the new bivalent boosters.

On March 5, 2019, over 100 Presidents’ Circle members and their guests enjoyed a fun-filled evening in the Premium Club at the TD Garden to watch the Boston Bruins take on the Carolina Hurricanes. This networking event recognizes South Shore Health’s generous business donors. The Hurricanes donned...

Concerned about bringing your child in for a well-visit during the COVID-19 pandemic? South Shore Medical Center's pediatric team provides an update for patients.

The way in which health systems and first responders plan for and react to disaster was changed by the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings. Learn more from our team.

This holiday season, you may be preparing to host or take part in gatherings with family and friends. Have you thought about the communication needs of the loved ones you’ll be seeing? As a speech-language pathologist, I often watch the communication interactions that happen around this time of the...

You've likely received care from a physician assistant or nurse practitioner in the past - but did you know that PAs and NPs can have their own patient panels as primary care providers?

Confused about what's covered during your upcoming physical? You're not alone — these tips will prevent surprise bills by keeping you informed.