When big efforts at weight loss through diet and exercise over a period of time have failed to have achieve sustained weight loss, surgery may be the answer.

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.

Medications aren't the only tool for managing COPD. Learn more about the lifestyle changes that can help patients with COPD.

Finding the right hip or knee replacement surgeon is important to long-term success. Learn 5 things you should look for before choosing a surgeon.

Learn when to take your young athlete off the field and into the doctor's office.

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.

Get-thin-quick schemes are everywhere. A dietitian shares how to find a diet that will help you meet your weight loss goals safely.

Hospice of the South Shore explains how families can support their youngest members when grieving the death of a loved one.

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.