The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines has begun across the globe, and there’s hope that we may finally be able to get the virus under control in the coming months. However, the release of vaccines has become another source of stress for women who are pregnant, thinking about getting pregnant, or are breastfeeding, as they wonder: “Should I get the vaccine?”

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

As he waited for a double lung transplant, Andrew needed a new pulmonary rehab program when his closed its doors. He found the perfect spot at South Shore Hospital.

If you think about it, your feet are pretty amazing – they spend a lifetime taking you where you want to go, from your first steps as a baby through marathons, triathlons, and strolls in the park. In fact, per the American Podiatric Medical Association, the average American will log 75,000 miles on...

Concern about the COVID-19 outbreak continues to grow, but you don't need to make drastic changes to help prevent its spread.

You know how important sleep is for both you and your child. A midwife shares how to navigate your baby's changing sleep phases.

A recent announcement from the Food & Drug Administration has caused concern for users of Zantac and generic heartburn medication. Learn more about ranitidine and NDMA, a probable human carcinogen.

Induction is an attempt to imitate natural labor and birth by causing contractions of the uterus. South Shore Health's experts answer your questions about the induction process.