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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.

If chronic hip or knee pain is making you miserable, it may be time for a hip or knee replacement.

Avoiding holiday weight gain may sound as impossible as Santa fitting down a chimney. Fortunately there are sensible strategies to help you stay on track.

That box on the back of your food packaging contains some important information. A Registered Dietitian at South Shore Medical Center offers some tips on how to translate the Nutrition Facts label.

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

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury in older adults. Learn the steps you can take to stay on your feet.

Spending too much time in the ladies' room because of urinary incontinence? It's not something you have to live with. Our expert explains the treatment options.