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One emergency department doctor shares his perspective on trends he's watching as legal marijuana becomes more prevalent in Massachusetts.

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Studies show there are benefits to waiting until later in life to get pregnant, but there are some key things you should know if you're planning to wait.

The HPV vaccine is important to your child’s future health, but fewer than half of all kids receive it. Learn why you should discuss it with your pediatrician.

Straightforward solutions to make school mealtime a nutritious success from a registered dietitian.

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.

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