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South Shore Health Opens Medical Center in Downtown Quincy

The $2.7 million location is an exciting new chapter in South Shore Medical Center's 57-year history of providing primary care to the South Shore.

South Shore Health Opens Medical Center in Downtown Quincy

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South Shore Health earns Blue Distinction Center designation

Nuerospine Center earns Blue Distinction® Center+ Designation

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts has selected South Shore Health’s NeuroSpine Center as a Blue Distinction Center+ for Spine Surgery, as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program...

Nuerospine Center earns Blue Distinction® Center+ Designation

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New coronavirus in China is "the tip of the iceberg"

China is currently experiencing an outbreak of a new coronavirus, one that has infected more than 200 people, according to the CDC. The virus, which was discovered in the central Chinese city of Wuhan...

New coronavirus in China is "the tip of the iceberg"

Luminaria 2020

South Shore Health’s 9th annual Luminaria to honor Rosemary and Jim Phalen; Christopher Oddleifson

Longtime South Shore Health supporters Rosemary and Jim Phalen will be named “Home Care Champions” and receive a unique Luminaria medallion alongside Christopher Oddleifson, Chief Executive Officer of...

South Shore Health’s 9th annual Luminaria to honor Rosemary and Jim Phalen; Christopher Oddleifson

Team SSH Boston Marathon 2020

South Shore Health’s 2020 Boston Marathon Team is Ready to Run!

Fifteen runners will be lacing up their sneakers, training hard and representing South Shore Health as they run the 2020 Boston Marathon.

South Shore Health’s 2020 Boston Marathon Team is Ready to Run!

The 2019 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award Trophy

South Shore Health Receives 7th Consecutive Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award

In 2019, South Shore Health received its seventh consecutive recognition as a Guardian of Excellence from Press Ganey.

South Shore Health Receives 7th Consecutive Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award

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Leapfrog rating designates South Shore Hospital among the safest in the U.S.

South Shore Hospital has once again earned an “A” safety grade rating from the Leapfrog Group, a designation that ranks the hospital among the safest in the United States. South Shore Hospital is part...

Leapfrog rating designates South Shore Hospital among the safest in the U.S.

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A view of the city of Wuhan in central China

New coronavirus in China is "the tip of the iceberg"

China is currently experiencing an outbreak of a new coronavirus, one that has infected more than 200 people, according to the CDC. The virus, which was discovered in the central Chinese city of Wuhan...

New coronavirus in China is "the tip of the iceberg"

Luminaria 2020

South Shore Health’s 9th annual Luminaria to honor Rosemary and Jim Phalen; Christopher Oddleifson

Longtime South Shore Health supporters Rosemary and Jim Phalen will be named “Home Care Champions” and receive a unique Luminaria medallion alongside Christopher Oddleifson, Chief Executive Officer of...

South Shore Health’s 9th annual Luminaria to honor Rosemary and Jim Phalen; Christopher Oddleifson

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South Shore Health’s Emergency and Trauma Teams Honored with “Outstanding Team Response Award”

Members of South Shore Health’s EMS, Emergency Department and Trauma Services Teams are being honored with the Outstanding Team Response Award by the Metropolitan Boston Emergency Medical Services...

South Shore Health’s Emergency and Trauma Teams Honored with “Outstanding Team Response Award”

2019 Moonlight & Miracles Gala Committee

Moonlight & Miracles Gala Raises $760,000 for Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Services!

South Shore Health hosted its 17th annual Moonlight & Miracles Gala and raised close to $760,000 in support of Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Services. The total tops last year’s...

Moonlight & Miracles Gala Raises $760,000 for Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Services!

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South Shore Health Partners with Local Police Agencies for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

In support of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on October 26, South Shore Health has partnered with several local agencies including, Weymouth and Norwell Police Departments to provide safe...

South Shore Health Partners with Local Police Agencies for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

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South Shore Health honored with prestigious HIMSS Award

South Shore Health has been honored with the prestigious Health Information Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Stage 7 award for inpatient and outpatient services and technology. The HIMSS Stage 7...

South Shore Health honored with prestigious HIMSS Award

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Get to Know South Shore Hospital’s Therapeutic Pools

The best-kept secret on the South Shore may be the two therapeutic pools at South Shore Hospital. Learn how water-based therapy helps patients of all ages manage a variety of health needs.

Get to Know South Shore Hospital’s Therapeutic Pools

A scenic view of the city of Wuhan, China, featuring the Yellow Tower

Your Questions about the Wuhan Virus, Answered

As confirmed cases of the Wuhan coronavirus continue to mount, concern grows. Director of Infectious Disease Todd Ellerin, MD answers common questions about the virus.

Your Questions about the Wuhan Virus, Answered

Baby sleeping on Mom's shoulder

The ABCs of Infant Safe Sleep

The critical components to infant safe sleep are as simple as ABC. Learn how some simple steps can keep your sleeping baby safe.

The ABCs of Infant Safe Sleep

A woman and her OBGYN talk while looking at diagram of a uterus

Five Common Questions about Tubal Ligation, Answered

Is permanent birth control, such as a tubal sterilization, tubal ligation, or getting your tubes tied a good option for you? An OB/GYN answers common questions about the risks and benefits of sterilization.

Five Common Questions about Tubal Ligation, Answered

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Why Kids Bully, and How We Can Address It

Bullying is a sensitive topic, for both kids and parents. An Aspire Health Alliance psychologist explains the roots of bullying behavior and how parents can approach the subject with their children.

Why Kids Bully, and How We Can Address It

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Eight Small Changes for Healthier Eating in the New Year

Changing your eating habits can be a great way to boost your overall health — but that doesn't mean you have to make big, drastic changes all at once!

Eight Small Changes for Healthier Eating in the New Year

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