We're pleased to celebrate Alisha Cardoso and Ana Colson, the recipients of this month's Colleague Spotlight Award! Both were nominated after providing extra special care to a child who needed to have blood drawn.

A patient in the greater Boston area has been diagnosed with measles. South Shore Health's Todd Ellerin, MD, shares precautions you can take to keep your family safe.

For Christine Kennefick of Quincy, Massachusetts, cancer was not a short chapter; it was a 14-year journey marked by resilience, deep relationships, and extraordinary compassion. Throughout much of that time, Christine received her care at the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health...

A smoothie is a refreshing and healthy way to begin your summer day! Here is one of our favorite healthy smoothie recipes that only takes a few minutes to prepare. Ingredients 1 medium banana ½ Cup blueberries 5 Large strawberries ½ Cup 1 % milk ½ Cup nonfat, plain Greek yogurt 1 Teaspoon honey 3-4...

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.

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...

Our goal as anesthesiologists is to both alleviate pain and to keep the patient and baby safe. We need to anticipate any complications that could jeopardize the safety of the patient and baby on the day of delivery. We also want patients to be aware of these potential challenges in advance so they are not caught by surprise if something changes during delivery.

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