When big efforts at weight loss through diet and exercise over a period of time have failed to have achieve sustained weight loss, surgery may be the answer.

When a newborn comes home, his or her parents may forget to take care of themselves. Luckily, South Shore Hospital and Marshfield-based FoodSquire can help.

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

If you are expecting multiples, here are five questions you should discuss with your doctor:

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.

Celebrate American Heart Month with this tasty Italian “pasta” recipe, without the pasta.

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

Not all mammograms are created equal. Learn more about the benefits of 3D mammography.

Hernias affect millions of Americans, but only a portion of those suffering will seek medical treatment of any kind. Learn about comprehensive hernia repair.

Concussions are a concern for players at both the professional and student athlete level. In fact, any head impact on or off the field that causes trauma to the brain can result in a concussion.