Positioning herself to perfectly execute a winning shot is something Caroline McCarthy does well. Last summer, however, she never could have imagined that a tie-breaking point in a game would land her in South Shore Hospital’s emergency department with a severe wrist fracture. “I was shocked...

Earlier this week, the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices approved the distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to children 5 through 11 years old. This vaccine had already received an emergency use authorization (EUA) for that same age group from the FDA. As a result...

It can be intimidating at first, but you may find that group education is even better than what you receive in an individual session with your provider. Here's why.

Ladder falls can cause serious injury. South Shore Health's injury prevention team shares some simple ladder safety tips to keep you out of the Emergency Department.

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

At 85 years “young,” fearlessly independent Jean was fortunate to have good health on her side. In the spring of 2013; however, her health took an unexpected turn while mourning the loss of her late daughter, and she was subsequently taken to South Shore Hospital, diagnosed with acute renal failure...

The critical components to infant safe sleep are as simple as ABC. Learn how some simple steps can keep your sleeping baby safe.

Learn more about the diet choices you should make to keep your heart as healthy as possible.

This month, we're proud to celebrate Tim Routhier of South Shore Health EMS as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to Tim's nomination.