A fall can cause life-changing injuries especially among the elderly. Steps you can take to minimize the risk of falls.

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

South Shore Health orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD, answers questions about joint replacement surgery.

Women’s lives are more stressful than ever. And many women have turned to alcohol to cope. An addiction medicine doctor shares healthier alternatives to deal with stress, and how to get help to reduce alcohol consumption.

If you think about it, your feet are pretty amazing – they spend a lifetime taking you where you want to go, from your first steps as a baby through marathons, triathlons, and strolls in the park. In fact, per the American Podiatric Medical Association, the average American will log 75,000 miles on...

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.

Learn the risk factors and symptoms of prostate-related diseases, as well as the approaches to screening and prevention.

Have questions about back pain? The Medical Director of South Shore Health's Spine Center answers some common questions she hears from patients.

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

Five tips to help you get the most out of this important annual appointment with your doctor.