Preschooler Braden Hussey wanted to show his gratitude for healthcare workers in the area — and his whole school joined him.

Lyla Jane's aunt and uncle wanted to send pizza to South Shore Hospital to celebrate her 10th birthday — but the team turned that celebration into much more.

A semester or school trip overseas can be the highlight of any school year. If you'll be spending time abroad this year, it's important to make sure you're prepared.

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

Dean Haspela, nurse manager on the orthopedics unit at South Shore Hospital competes in the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii.

For 26 years, Youth Health Connection (YHC) has helped young people deal with the challenges they face as they mature. The group recently welcomed Karen Peterson to continue this critical program. Learn more about Karen's background and the future of the program.

While human cases of EEE are rare, it's important to take the proper precautions against mosquitoes, especially if you plan on spending time outdoors.

We all know how important it is for both physical and mental health to make sure we’re getting enough sleep. But for too many people, getting a good night’s sleep is a struggle. Some people may be kept awake by a racing mind or anxious thoughts, while others may fall asleep just fine but wake up...

Adolescence – sometimes just seeing or hearing this word makes people cringe, as it brings back memories of awkward or difficult years gone by. Adolescence is a time of important physical, emotional, and personal growth. However, it also can feature difficulties fitting in, peer pressures, academic...