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.

First of all: Don't panic if you recently received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, says Todd Ellerin, MD, Director of Infectious Disease.

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.

Falls are one of the most common trauma injuries we see at South Shore Hospital, and are extremely dangerous for seniors.

Concern about the COVID-19 outbreak continues to grow, but you don't need to make drastic changes to help prevent its spread.

However you're feeling, it's normal. A South Shore Health midwife explains what families should expect when welcoming a baby at South Shore Hospital.

The Set the Pace Road Road helps raise funds for cardiac patients, like Dan and Sandi Tobin, on the South Shore. Learn more about their story and the 2018 race.

​​​​​​​As the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine continues in the United States, vaccination is now an option for younger patients. This has led to a number of vaccine-related questions from parents.

One in two women and one in five men over the age of 65 will suffer at least one bone fracture due to osteoporosis. For cancer patients undergoing certain treatments, that risk increases. Learn about your risk factors for osteoporosis and what you can do to keep your bones healthy.

Considering weight loss surgery? Bariatric Surgeon Neil Ghushe, MD, outlines five things to consider about the life-changing surgery.