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South Shore Health Introduces New Telehealth Service Called South Shore CareNow

South Shore CareNow allows consumers to see a doctor when and where they need it online or by using our mobile app for a flat fee of $49.99.

South Shore Health Introduces New Telehealth Service Called South Shore CareNow

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Teens and Vaping

Doctor dissipates vaping myths among teens

Many high school students are reluctant to smoke cigarettes, but some young people mistakenly believe that inhaling from an e-cigarette is a safe alternative to smoking, according to Dr. Michael...

Doctor dissipates vaping myths among teens

Team Birth Project at South Shore Hospital

South Shore Hospital pilots childbirth program to curb C-sections

After going through it five times prior, Melissa and Brendan McNamara felt prepared when they arrived at South Shore Hospital to deliver baby number six, Mia, on Aug. 31. Read the Patriot Ledger story...

South Shore Hospital pilots childbirth program to curb C-sections

South Shore Hospital and Blue Cross Blue Sheild aim to reduce total medical expenses

South Shore Hospital, Blue Cross pilot aims to reduce total medical expenses

Weymouth, Mass. -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) and South Shore Health System have launched a first-of-its-kind pilot program to improve patient care, slow the rise of health...

South Shore Hospital, Blue Cross pilot aims to reduce total medical expenses

Blue Cross wants to reward hospitals — for keeping patients out of hospitals

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and South Shore Health System have launched a first-of-its-kind pilot program to improve patient care, slow the rise of health care costs, and change the way...

Blue Cross wants to reward hospitals — for keeping patients out of hospitals

Special Care Babies dress for Halloween

Halloween at South Shore Hospital's Special Care Nursery

Some of South Shore Hospital's littlest babies were born to be "spooktacular!" Newborns in our Level II Special Care Nursery were given Halloween costumes – ranging from Star Wars ' Yoda to a gumball...

Halloween at South Shore Hospital's Special Care Nursery

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FDA approves new flu pill that can be taken after onset of symptoms

The FDA has approved a new flu medication in the form of a single-dose pill. South Shore Hospital's Todd Ellerin, an infectious disease expert, spoke with ABC News and weighs-in on the new drug.

FDA approves new flu pill that can be taken after onset of symptoms

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Teens and Vaping

Doctor dissipates vaping myths among teens

Many high school students are reluctant to smoke cigarettes, but some young people mistakenly believe that inhaling from an e-cigarette is a safe alternative to smoking, according to Dr. Michael...

Doctor dissipates vaping myths among teens

Team Birth Project at South Shore Hospital

South Shore Hospital pilots childbirth program to curb C-sections

After going through it five times prior, Melissa and Brendan McNamara felt prepared when they arrived at South Shore Hospital to deliver baby number six, Mia, on Aug. 31. Read the Patriot Ledger story...

South Shore Hospital pilots childbirth program to curb C-sections

Special Care Babies dress for Halloween

Halloween at South Shore Hospital's Special Care Nursery

Some of South Shore Hospital's littlest babies were born to be "spooktacular!" Newborns in our Level II Special Care Nursery were given Halloween costumes – ranging from Star Wars ' Yoda to a gumball...

Halloween at South Shore Hospital's Special Care Nursery

Flu Image

FDA approves new flu pill that can be taken after onset of symptoms

The FDA has approved a new flu medication in the form of a single-dose pill. South Shore Hospital's Todd Ellerin, an infectious disease expert, spoke with ABC News and weighs-in on the new drug.

FDA approves new flu pill that can be taken after onset of symptoms

Laboratory Photo

Adenovirus outbreak kills 6 kids in New Jersey, but what is it?

The New Jersey Department of Health confirmed 18 cases of adenovirus among pediatric residents at a nursing and rehabilitation facility. Of those children, six have died. South Shore Hospital's Dr....

Adenovirus outbreak kills 6 kids in New Jersey, but what is it?

Polio Like Illness

CDC: 62 cases of polio-like illness confirmed across 22 states

There are now 62 confirmed reports of acute flaccid myelitis, or AFM, an illness similar to polio, across 22 states in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. South...

CDC: 62 cases of polio-like illness confirmed across 22 states

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Boston's Biggest Disco

Boston's Biggest Disco Boogies into Town

Things are bound to get groovy on November 24, 2018 as Boston’s Biggest Disco struts into town. Dust off your bell bottoms, leisure suits and platform...

Boston's Biggest Disco Boogies into Town

Presidents’ Circle Spotlight: South Shore Race Management

South Shore Race Management has found its niche. Located on the South Shore, they are a race management and consulting services company that...

Presidents’ Circle Spotlight: South Shore Race Management

Mom and her partner

How Moms Can Get Their Partner Involved in Pregnancy and Childbirth

Moms-to-be need as much support as they can get throughout pregnancy and childbirth. A midwife offers advice on how mom's partner can help her have a healthy pregnancy and childbirth experience.

How Moms Can Get Their Partner Involved in Pregnancy and Childbirth

South Shore Hospital and Blue Cross Blue Sheild aim to reduce total medical expenses

Innovative Blue Cross-South Shore Health System Partnership Aimed at Lowering Costs, Improving Patient Care

South Shore Health President and CEO Gene E. Green, MD, MBA shares his thoughts on the new partnership between South Shore Hospital and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts to reduce total medical expenses.

Innovative Blue Cross-South Shore Health System Partnership Aimed at Lowering Costs, Improving Patient Care

Two women talking

What to Say to a Parent when their Baby Dies

With one in five pregnancies ending in loss, odds are most of us know someone who has lost a child. Our pregnancy loss team offers advice on how best to support a loved one as they grieve.

What to Say to a Parent when their Baby Dies

Vinny Fischer Reunion group photo

Vinny Fischer Reunited with the Caregivers that Saved His Life

When Vinny and Mikayla Fischer suffered a horrific motorcycle accident, a community of South Shore first responders and caregivers worked together to deliver immediate, specialized trauma care. See the heartfelt reunion between Vinny and the medical team that set him on the road to recovery.

Vinny Fischer Reunited with the Caregivers that Saved His Life

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