Even though the kids have barely made it to summer camp, parents across the South Shore are starting to think about back-to-school preparations. (Sorry, kids.) For parents of young athletes, one task that can sneak up in the midst of summer fun is scheduling sports physicals. Sports physicals screen...

Labor induction can also cause some stress and confusion, particularly if it’s your first pregnancy or first time being induced. To help address some of that confusion, our Labor Team wanted to answer some common questions about the labor induction process.

There is medical value of the stem cells in a baby's umbilical cord blood. Learn the options available to parents and pros and cons of banking these cells.

Concussions are a concern for players at both the professional and student athlete level. In fact, any head impact on or off the field that causes trauma to the brain can result in a concussion.

Concerned about gestational diabetes? Experts at The Women’s Center of South Shore Medical Center explain what moms-to-be need to know about the disease.

Regularly visiting primary care providers like Khalil Alleyne, MD can help us live longer and feel better. Learn how.

Abington resident Donald Mathison experienced a massive heart attack at 57 years old. Fortunately Donald acted quickly and sought treatment at South Shore Hospital, where David Litvak, MD performed balloon angioplasty and stenting opening the blocked coronary artery.

South Shore Health has partnered with Mother’s Milk Bank Northeast to open a human milk depot.

The only thing more uncomfortable for women than issues below the belt? Talking about them with their doctor. A South Shore Health OB/GYN discusses three common issues and when it's time for a woman to call her doctor.

South Shore Health celebrates National Midwifery Week with a look back at the history of the craft, both globally and here on the South Shore.