What kind of medical care do you want if you can’t make decisions for yourself? Get the facts on the three main types of Advance Directives, which can help your loved ones to advocate on your behalf.

People with diabetes may be at a higher risk for developing heart disease. Learn how the two diseases are related and how you can reduce your risk.

Certified diabetes educators and nutritionists can teach lifestyle changes to help prevent or manage disease.

Planning to breastfeed? South Shore Health's lactation consultants share the ten must-have items expectant mothers should add to their registries.

Does all the conflicting information about sunscreen have you considering keeping the kids inside? South Shore Medical Center offers some advice for parents.

Studies show there are benefits to waiting until later in life to get pregnant, but there are some key things you should know if you're planning to wait.

If you are expecting multiples, here are five questions you should discuss with your doctor:

It can be relaxing to let someone else handle the cooking and cleaning of a few meals. But it can also be tough to stick to your nutrition goals when dining out. Our dietitians offer some tips to ensure dining out doesn’t negatively affect your health.

Kathryn Morini, RN in the Critical Care Unit at South Shore Hospital, shares the story of losing her sister to an overdose and how she gives back to the community to honor her memory.