Bill Verrier, a South Shore Hospital employee, suffered a heart attack in the hospital cafeteria. Read how his colleagues saved his life in a matter of minutes.

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury in older adults. Learn the steps you can take to stay on your feet.

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.

Devon Carini never expected a casual summer afternoon would drastically impact her life. But when her car was struck in the middle of an intersection, it took a skilled trauma team working As One to save her life.

You've likely received care from a physician assistant or nurse practitioner in the past - but did you know that PAs and NPs can have their own patient panels as primary care providers?

When is the flu serious enough to visit the ER? South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Diseases weighs in.

Shedding an extra five or ten pounds before swimsuit season is the only weight challenge they face. For many others; however, living with morbid obesity has likely led to an eroded self-esteem, while also putting them at an increased risk of developing a variety of serious health complications.

Women’s lives are more stressful than ever. And many women have turned to alcohol to cope. An addiction medicine doctor shares healthier alternatives to deal with stress, and how to get help to reduce alcohol consumption.

If you're considering weight loss surgery, there are five key things you should for when choosing a program to ensure long-term success.

It’s only a matter of time before children will stay home alone, whether it’s been carefully planned or the result of an unexpected circumstance. An expert explains how you can ensure that your child’s first experience home alone goes well.