South Shore Health System's Opioid Taskforce includes a group of clinicians who are working together to reduce the number of opioid pills prescribed.

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.

Get-thin-quick schemes are everywhere. A dietitian shares how to find a diet that will help you meet your weight loss goals safely.

A neurosurgeon with South Shore NeuroSpine shares five symptoms that may indicate a brain tumor in light of TV star Maria Menounos's diagnosis and treatment.

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.

If you are expecting multiples, here are five questions you should discuss with your doctor:

Many women experience different symptoms than expected when suffering from a heart attack.

South Shore Medical Center shares what parents of young children need to know about introducing peanuts and eggs to their child's diet.

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

If you see this sign, it means Violet is at work. Learn more about this important part of South Shore Hospital's environmental services team.