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.

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...

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

While irritability, tiredness and low energy are common symptoms, there are other tell-tale signs.

Kathryn Morini, RN in the Critical Care Unit at South Shore Hospital, shares the story of losing her sister to an overdose and how she gives back to the community to honor her memory.

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

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

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

Tips on how to begin an exercise regimen from an exercise physiologist.