Both JAMA and the CDC recently released troubling statistics surrounding suicide rates. This data reaffirms the need for an integrated approach to treating mental health.

Overwhelmed by the options in the sunscreen aisle? Learn how to choose the right sunblock and stay safe in the sun.

For most people, insect stings are painful, but harmless. However, others may have life-threatening allergic reactions after a sting. Learn how to spot an allergic reaction and why you should dial 9-1-1 at the first sign of anaphylaxis.

As we enter the sixth month of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, uncertainty continues to permeate most aspects of our lives.

The symptoms of early pregnancy can be very similar to what women experience before or during their period. A midwife explains what's normal, and when to call a provider with your concerns.

Many women wonder what’s okay during pregnancy and what is not. Our experts share the behaviors and substances to avoid during pregnancy.

As measles exposure makes headlines across the nation and right here on the South Shore, adults are questioning whether or not they’re truly immune to the disease. Many are pretty sure they’ve had their measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine, but they want to be sure they’re unlikely to catch this...

A driver’s license is a symbol of freedom, an indicator that a teen is ready to hit the road and go wherever he or she wants to go. Unfortunately, for too many teens, driving can be deadly. Motor vehicle accidents are among the leading causes of death for teens in the United States.

South Shore Health celebrates National Midwifery Week with a look back at the history of the craft, both globally and here on the South Shore.