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Kids Who Care Donate Duffel Bags for Pediatric Patients at South Shore Hospital

Earlier this month, we gratefully received a generous donation from Kids Who Care: this kind and thoughtful group donated 55 emergency care duffel...

Kids Who Care Donate Duffel Bags for Pediatric Patients at South Shore Hospital

More than a dozen South Shore Medical Center colleagues pose for a group photo.

South Shore Medical Center Named Top Performer, With Distinction, for Pediatric and Adult Care

This award recognizes South Shore Medical Center for achieving exceptional results in its approach to disease prevention and the treatment of acute and chronic illness for both pediatric and adult...

South Shore Medical Center Named Top Performer, With Distinction, for Pediatric and Adult Care

(L-R) Kathy Bruce, Associate Chief Nursing Officer, Parent Child Division; Allen L. Smith, President & CEO, South Shore Health; William Johnston, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, South Shore Health; Representative James Murphy of Weymouth; and Senator Patrick O’Connor of Weymouth.

South Shore Health Celebrates New Pediatric Space

South Shore Health has announced the completion of an important hospital renovation project, which includes a modernized unit for its youngest patients. “Despite all of the challenges in healthcare at...

South Shore Health Celebrates New Pediatric Space

A mother looks at a thermometer with her hand on her child's forehead.

Guidance for Parents Seeking Fever-Reducing Medication for Children

There's a shortage of pediatric fever-reducing medication, driven by supply chain issues and a surge in demand. This open letter from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the...

Guidance for Parents Seeking Fever-Reducing Medication for Children

Tired parents getting baby to sleep

Preventing Fall Respiratory Illness: Vaccines, Hand Hygiene, & More

This joint letter from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Massachusetts Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics addresses the recent surge in RSV infections and what parents can...

Preventing Fall Respiratory Illness: Vaccines, Hand Hygiene, & More

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South Shore Hospital Earns Top Award from National Sleep Organization

South Shore Hospital was recently recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a “Silver Safe Sleep Leader,” for its commitment to best practices and education on infant...

South Shore Hospital Earns Top Award from National Sleep Organization

Kim Dever, MD, Vice President of Medical Affairs, South Shore Health and Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology, South Shore Hospital; Courtney Csikesz, MD, pediatric dermatologist, South Shore Hospital and South Coast Dermatology and Cosmetic Center

Making an Impact: South Shore Hospital babies and their caregivers receive “sun-safe” gift bags from IMPACT Melanoma Foundation and Arbella Insurance

IMPACT Melanoma Foundation and Arbella Insurance recently donated 150 “sun- safe” gift bags to South Shore Hospital’s newest parents and their newborns.

Making an Impact: South Shore Hospital babies and their caregivers receive “sun-safe” gift bags from IMPACT Melanoma Foundation and Arbella Insurance

Two packages of Fruity Pebbles-themed THC edibles.

THC-Laced Edibles Disguised as Major-Brand Candies Are Making Children Sick

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...

THC-Laced Edibles Disguised as Major-Brand Candies Are Making Children Sick

Caleb Herzberg, a baby in South Shore Hospital's Special Care Nursery

Giving birth in a pandemic: Hospitals step up restrictions

As expectant mothers worry about giving birth during the COVID-19, South Shore Health has taken extra precautions to keep moms, babies, and staff safe.

Giving birth in a pandemic: Hospitals step up restrictions

Keeping Kids Safe from Measles NECN Interview

Keeping Kids Safe from Measles

South Shore Health's Todd Ellerin, MD, Infectious Diseases recently appeared on NECN to talk about what parent's need to know regarding the measles and preparing for a new school year amid recent...

Keeping Kids Safe from Measles