Philanthropist, humanitarian and a grateful South Shore Hospital patient, Marita Carpenter is an exemplar of community spirit whose extraordinary generosity and commitment to the mission of South Shore Health System has been steadfast over the years. As former President of the Social Service League...

As part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, local families share their experiences with the compassionate, expert team in South Shore Health's Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Program.

Each year during National Nurses Week, we pause to celebrate our annual Nursing Awards. Check out the 2019 winners!

Each year during National Nurses Week, we pause to celebrate our annual Nursing Awards. Check out the 2020 winners!

During National Nurses’ Week, we celebrate the critical importance of our nurses. See the nurses who won special recognition for their extraordinary work in 2017.

Unlike other specialties who focus on a specific type of disease or a particular part of the body, family medicine doctors provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages and genders through all stages of life. Learn answers to questions to help you choose the right primary care doctor for you.

What kind of medical care do you want if you can’t make decisions for yourself? Get the facts on the three main types of Advance Directives, which can help your loved ones to advocate on your behalf.

​​​​​​​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.