Unlike other specialties who focus on a specific type of disease or a particular part of the body, family medicine doctors provide comprehensive care to patients of all ages and genders through all stages of life. Learn answers to questions to help you choose the right primary care doctor for you.

Can't remember which cholesterol is good and which is bad? You're not alone. Learn the basics of lipids and six steps you can take to improve your health.

Brendan Merchant, MD, cardiologist at South Shore Hospital, explains the new high blood pressure guidelines set by the American Heart Association.

The face of a young athlete can easily be injured if the proper precautions are not used while participating in sports. Learn how to reduce the risk of injury.

Tempted to skip your child's well visit? The team at South Shore Medical Center explains why you should keep them on the calendar.

Learn more about South Shore Hospital's Water Tots program for infants.

Dr. Todd Ellerin, director of Infectious Diseases, explains the symptoms of norovirus and how to fight it off quickly.

Get nutrition advice from our registered dietitians about how to supplement your workouts with smart eating choices this Spring.

Planning to breastfeed? South Shore Health's lactation consultants share the ten must-have items expectant mothers should add to their registries.

South Shore Health nutritionists share a healthier version of potato salad. Get the recipe and try it at your next cookout!