Nearly three years into the pandemic, we’ve learned a lot about COVID-19. We know how to protect ourselves from the virus with vaccines, prevent its spread by masking and social distancing and how to treat infections with antiviral and anti-inflammatory medications. But we still have much to learn about the condition known as long COVID.

Avian influenza, also known as H5N1 bird flu is a respiratory disease caused by influenza A viruses that primarily affects birds. Todd Ellerin, MD, South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Disease, offers insights on bird flu and its potential risk for people and animals.

Operated through South Shore Health’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS), the MIH program delivers specialized care to patients in their homes, helping to prevent unnecessary emergency room visits and frequent inpatient re-admissions.

At-home COVID-19 tests can offer additional peace before or after travel, when visiting an immunocompromised loved one, or after a potential exposure.

As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, what steps should you take to stay safe this fall? Todd Ellerin, MD weighs in.

​​​​​​​COVID-19 booster shots are coming soon, but not everyone will be eligible for a third dose initially. Debate continues among the scientific community about whether COVID-19 vaccine boosters are yet needed for the general public, ages 16 and up.

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.