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.

This Halloween, make sure to avoid the scares that require a trip to the emergency room. Here's how ghouls and goblins of all ages can stay safe.

Considering weight loss surgery? Bariatric Surgeon Neil Ghushe, MD, outlines five things to consider about the life-changing surgery.

Common sports injuries can occur when you are starting a fitness regimen. Kylee Eagles, DO of South Shore Medical Center explains how to get fit safely.

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.

Treatment from South Shore Health's Center for Wound Healing got Mildred McGaffigan of Pembroke back in action after a serious injury. Read her story.

Don't get overwhelmed with how to get your kids back on a more structured sleep schedule for back to school.

There is medical value of the stem cells in a baby's umbilical cord blood. Learn the options available to parents and pros and cons of banking these cells.

Learn about folic acid, a superhero vitamin, and why it's so important for women of childbearing age from a certified nurse-midwife.