When young athletes get injured, they often embark on a challenging journey that can take them off the field for some time. Star student-athlete, Nick Hall, understands this journey all too well, when an ordinary practice at the start of his senior football season at Cohasset High School ended with...

According to the CDC, a third of U.S. adults report they get less than the recommended amount of sleep each day. And studies show insufficient sleep is linked to many chronic diseases and conditions —including type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression.

Don't let the end of Daylight Saving Time disrupt your health goals. Here's how to keep on track or improve your well-being after we fall back.

After suffering for too long with severe hip pain, the 73-year old Weymouth resident chose Dr. Michael Ayers to perform her hip replacement surgery. “I liked him right away,” she said. “He really listened to me and always made great eye contact.”

For many young children, a trip to the local playground is the highlight of their days! Playgrounds are filled with fun and offer children a great way to socialize with peers - but playgrounds have their fair share of injury hazards as well.

With a drastic increase in the number of suspected VAPI cases, Massachusetts recently instituted a four-month ban on the sale of vaping products. Learn more about the illness behind the vape ban.

Nicole “Nikki” Schindler is a little warrior. This 12-year-old year girl, who survived a brain tumor, is wise beyond her years.

As healthcare continues to evolve, physician assistants are becoming a more integral part of your care team. A South Shore Medical Center physician assistant answers common questions about these providers.

As the days get colder, it's time to think about scheduling your flu shot. South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Disease answers common questions about the 2018-2019 flu season.

Lyla Jane's aunt and uncle wanted to send pizza to South Shore Hospital to celebrate her 10th birthday — but the team turned that celebration into much more.