For many patients, the decision to pursue weight loss surgery isn't an immediate one - it's a process that unfolds over the course of months or years. That was the case for Mark, who began looking at bariatric surgery many years ago. "I looked into it probably 10 or so years ago," he said. "At that...

Terri Raymond quit the gym during the COVID-19 pandemic, but found a whole new workout routine and much more through South Shore Health's Community Exercise Programs.

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.

Trick-or-treating isn't worth the risk during COVID-19. An infectious disease expert explains why and shares safer Halloween activities.

If you think continuous foot pain is normal, it's not. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it's time to see a podiatrist.

Have concerns about the Oxford vaccine? Todd Ellerin, MD, Director of Infectious Disease, shares why Americans shouldn't dismiss the AstraZeneca vaccine just yet.

The risk of drowning decreases after age four — but spikes again during the teen years. Learn what you can do to help teach your teen valuable water safety lessons.

​​​​​​​September is National Preparedness Month, a great time to take a fresh look at your household’s emergency plan.

Both JAMA and the CDC recently released troubling statistics surrounding suicide rates. This data reaffirms the need for an integrated approach to treating mental health.