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South Shore Hospital Investigates COVID-19 ICU Patient Isolation and its Consequences on the Mental Health of Family Members

A new study designed to investigate how a patient’s COVID-19 ICU hospitalization affects the mental health of family members is currently under way at...

South Shore Hospital Investigates COVID-19 ICU Patient Isolation and its Consequences on the Mental Health of Family Members

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Underscoring our dedication to community care with Mission, Vision & Values

South Shore Health has made significant strides as a regional healthcare leader in recent years. What was founded as a 20-bed hospital in Weymouth in 1922 is today an expansive community health system...

Underscoring our dedication to community care with Mission, Vision & Values

A man receives a flu shot in his car as part of a drive-thru flu vaccine program.

South Shore Health Releases Details on Fall Flu Vaccines

Vaccines will be offered at South Shore Medical Center in Kingston, Norwell, and Quincy, as well at Health Express locations across the South Shore.

South Shore Health Releases Details on Fall Flu Vaccines

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South Shore Medical Center Opens Flu Clinic Scheduling, Appointments Begin September 26

We're actively working on making it as easy and as safe as possible to distribute flu vaccines during the pandemic. Appointments will be available in the coming weeks.

South Shore Medical Center Opens Flu Clinic Scheduling, Appointments Begin September 26

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Kids sickened by THC edibles marketed as popular candies

South Shore Health’s pediatric emergency department has seen an uptick in incidences involving children who have become seriously ill after ingesting products THC edibles. Learn how to keep your kids...

Kids sickened by THC edibles marketed as popular candies

South Shore Provider Council hosts Senator Patrick O'Connor

Provider Council hosts Sen. Patrick O'Connor on COVID-19

As part of an ongoing series of virtual seminars with regional healthcare providers, the South Shore Health Provider Council recently hosted a panel discussion on the COVID-19 pandemic. State Senator...

Provider Council hosts Sen. Patrick O'Connor on COVID-19

Paul MacElhiney of Weymouth, Massachusetts

In Memoriam: Paul D. MacElhiney, Former Chairman of the South Shore Hospital Board

The South Shore Health community mourns the loss of Paul D. MacElhiney, who passed away on August 4, 2020.

In Memoriam: Paul D. MacElhiney, Former Chairman of the South Shore Hospital Board

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An Update on South Shore Hospital's Visitor Policy

As the state of Massachusetts continues with its phased reopening plan, South Shore Health has adjusted the visitor policy at South Shore Hospital.

An Update on South Shore Hospital's Visitor Policy

An Update on Visitor Restrictions at the South Shore Hospital Emergency Department

In an effort to keep our patients and staff safe, visitors will no longer be allowed in the South Shore Hospital Emergency Department. This change is effective Thursday, August 6, 2020, at 12 PM...

An Update on Visitor Restrictions at the South Shore Hospital Emergency Department

Promotional Image for the South Shore Health Foundation's 2020 Moonlight and Miracles Gala showed a cartoon of a drive-in scene from the perspective of the inside of one of the vehicles.

Mark Your Calendar for South Shore Health’s “Re-imagined" Annual Gala: Friday, October 16!

In what is sure to be one of the most talked about signature events on the South Shore this year, the 18th annual South Shore Health Moonlight & Miracles Gala will be a DRIVE-IN event hosted by radio...

Mark Your Calendar for South Shore Health’s “Re-imagined" Annual Gala: Friday, October 16!