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.

When young athletes get injured, they often embark on a challenging journey that can take them off the field for some time. Star student-athlete, Nick Hall, understands this journey all too well, when an ordinary practice at the start of his senior football season at Cohasset High School ended with...

One emergency department doctor shares his perspective on trends he's watching as legal marijuana becomes more prevalent in Massachusetts.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 88 million Americans – one in three adults -- have prediabetes. As many as 80% of them don’t realize they have the condition and without intervention, can develop type 2 diabetes within five years.

The return to school brings with it a unique set of new challenges, as many children who had gotten acclimated to remote learning and social distancing are now facing a full-time return to in-person learning.

Within a six-year period, Tom Silvia of Plymouth had both of his hips and one knee replaced with Michael Rowland, MD. Read why Tom chose South Shore Health for his care.

Turmeric, fish oils, and probiotics are three of the hottest supplements on the market today, but you should exercise caution before adding them to your diet.

Trick-or-treating isn't worth the risk during COVID-19. An infectious disease expert explains why and shares safer Halloween activities.