We all know how important it is for both physical and mental health to make sure we’re getting enough sleep. But for too many people, getting a good night’s sleep is a struggle. Some people may be kept awake by a racing mind or anxious thoughts, while others may fall asleep just fine but wake up...

Earlier this week, the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices approved the distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to children 5 through 11 years old. This vaccine had already received an emergency use authorization (EUA) for that same age group from the FDA. As a result...

As he waited for a double lung transplant, Andrew needed a new pulmonary rehab program when his closed its doors. He found the perfect spot at South Shore Hospital.

Suicide is the tenth-leading cause of preventable death in the United States. It affects people of all ages, races, ethnicities, and genders. Suicide rates have risen sharply over the last 20 years, increasing 33 percent from 1999 to 2019, when, according to the Centers for Disease Control and...

South Shore Medical Center has been looking at the way we deliver care for people who are experiencing issues that are often difficult to discuss, even in the confines of a confidential exam room.

Today's athletes are dedicated to their craft, often spending long hours training. However, it's important to avoid overdoing it - you don't want to be sidelined by an overuse injury!

Each year during National Nurses Week, we pause to celebrate our annual Nursing Awards. Check out the 2019 winners!

You spend a lot of time choosing a primary care provider. But once you've made that choice, how do you know you've found the right one?

For 26 years, Youth Health Connection (YHC) has helped young people deal with the challenges they face as they mature. The group recently welcomed Karen Peterson to continue this critical program. Learn more about Karen's background and the future of the program.