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

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.

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.

When big efforts at weight loss through diet and exercise over a period of time have failed to have achieve sustained weight loss, surgery may be the answer.

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.

Overdoses are a tragic but common occurrence. Here are some dos and don’ts for untrained bystanders who suspect someone may be experiencing an overdose.

The Women's Center of South Shore Medical Center offers 10 steps to take during the second half of pregnancy to ensure the best possible childbirth experience.

When is the flu serious enough to visit the ER? South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Diseases weighs in.