On Monday, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health issued a press release about this parasite. Learn more about what it is, where it comes from, and how to avoid it.

The spinal cord plays an essential role in the human body, serving as a messenger between your brain and the rest of your body (and vice versa).

Is that your water breaking, or did you just pee? A midwife explains the signs of early labor and when it's time to call your provider.

While human cases of EEE are rare, it's important to take the proper precautions against mosquitoes, especially if you plan on spending time outdoors.

We can’t plan for everything, but we can help manage life’s unknowns by talking openly about what matters to us and what we’d want most if we became seriously ill.

Americans are turning to complementary and alternative medicine to feel their best. South Shore Medical Center's Dr. Leyda Delgado shares her personal experience with alternative medicine and how you can safely try it for yourself.

Is permanent birth control, such as a tubal sterilization, tubal ligation, or getting your tubes tied a good option for you? An OB/GYN answers common questions about the risks and benefits of sterilization.

Fast action during a heart attack can mean the difference between life and death. See how the Hanover Fire Department and South Shore Hospital used technology to work As One to save a Scituate man's life.

Halloween can be a night of great fun for children of all ages – but it’s also an important night for safety precautions. Our Trauma Program Injury Prevention Team offers tips for trick-or-treaters, yard safety, and more.