Brendan Merchant, MD, cardiologist at South Shore Hospital, explains the new high blood pressure guidelines set by the American Heart Association.

Heart disease is the single leading cause of death for women in the US, claiming the lives of more women than all forms of cancer combined. Are you at risk?

Nearly 800,000 people a have a stroke. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms and what you should do if you think you or a loved one are having a stroke.

In this infographic, learn the specific signs of caregiver stress and how to cope with that strain when caring for a loved one.

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.

Learn more about South Shore Hospital's Water Tots program for infants.

Learn if you're at risk for developing skin cancer. Though vigilance in skin protection can't guarantee cancer prevention, it can help reduce your risk.

If you see this sign, it means Violet is at work. Learn more about this important part of South Shore Hospital's environmental services team.

As they continued to see sicker and more complex patients, South Shore VNA needed a space to hold hands-on trainings for caregivers. The Friends of South Shore Health stepped up to make it happen.