Monkeypox, a disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus, has made headlines in recent weeks due to an outbreak that started in the United Kingdom and has since spread around the globe. The United States Department of Health and Human Services has declared the current monkeypox outbreak to...

At South Shore Health, we know our environment impacts all of our health and wellness, and we’re committed to ecologically responsible healthcare practices. Hospitals consume a large amount of energy and use many materials that contribute to increased waste and greenhouse gas emissions. In fact, it...

Ticks are common around the South Shore and bites happen year-round. Most tick bites aren't painful, and require simple removal of the tick with a tweezers. However, some ticks carry bacteria that transmit Lyme Disease and other illnesses. When should I seek treatment for a tick bite? A tick has...