The HPV vaccine is important to your child’s future health, but fewer than half of all kids receive it. Learn why you should discuss it with your pediatrician.

Aging can affect our ability to drive safely. South Shore Health offers tips on how to start a conversation about driving with your older loved ones.

Get the details on one of the most affordable—and fun—ways to support health care in your community. Join the Friends of South Shore Health System today!

Unfortunately, all of us will grieve the loss of a loved one at some point in our lives. Despite the fact that loss is a universal experience, grief is something that most of our society is uncomfortable engaging, allowing myths to flourish. From the “stages of grief” to wondering why someone isn’t...

It’s only a matter of time before children will stay home alone, whether it’s been carefully planned or the result of an unexpected circumstance. An expert explains how you can ensure that your child’s first experience home alone goes well.

South Shore Health System's Opioid Taskforce includes a group of clinicians who are working together to reduce the number of opioid pills prescribed.

When is the flu serious enough to visit the ER? South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Diseases weighs in.

The only thing more uncomfortable for women than issues below the belt? Talking about them with their doctor. A South Shore Health OB/GYN discusses three common issues and when it's time for a woman to call her doctor.

If you are diabetic and have experienced sleep difficulties, you could have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Learn more about your risk.

As a cardiac nurse, Joanne Privett cared for thousands of patients. But she faced a new challenge when her husband had a heart attack. Read her family's story.