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.

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.

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.

Finding the right hip or knee replacement surgeon is important to long-term success. Learn 5 things you should look for before choosing a surgeon.

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.

Get nutrition advice from our registered dietitians about how to supplement your workouts with smart eating choices this Spring.

Signs of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias can vary from person to person, but there are some key early warning signs.

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

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