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New Hope for HIV Patients
A new study in the scientific journal Nature shows a man who recently tested positive for HIV has no trace of the virus. South Shore Health's Dr. Todd Ellerin, an infectious disease expert, recently weighed-in on the findings. Listen to the podcast.
News & MediaNew 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, has already led to several deaths. Dr. Todd Ellerin, Director of Infectious Disease at South Shore...
News & MediaPreventing 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 do to keep children safe.
News & MediaAdenovirus 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. Todd Ellerin spoke with ABC News about this rare virus.
News & MediaWeymouth on guard against coronavirus, residents urged to take precautions
The Weymouth News spoke to local pharmacies, town officials, and public health experts like Todd Ellerin, MD, Director of Infectious Disease at South Shore Health explains the science behind the coronavirus and discusses some common myths about the use of face masks. “The CDC says, while it is a...
News & MediaConcern about EEE continues to grow
With multiple human cases in Massachusetts and infections reported in two other states, Dr. Todd Ellerin discussed EEE with ABC World News Tonight.
News & MediaAppointment Only Testing Site Opens
South Shore Health is taking an additional step to protect the safety of our patients by setting up an alternative COVID-19 testing site at Union Point, Weymouth. The purpose of this alternative, drive through testing site will be to help reduce the exposure to COVID-19 at South Shore Hospital, our...
News & MediaOpinion: Navigating COVID as One Community
Your Health, Our Passion, One Community. It’s our mission statement here at South Shore Health, and it has been our system’s guiding light as we’ve battled the COVID-19 pandemic. We are proud to serve residents of the South Shore because you are not only our patients, but our friends, our family...
News & MediaMIH at One Year Plays Pivotal Role Throughout COVID-19 Pandemic
It has been one year since South Shore Health launched its Mobile Integrated Health program, and its success to date is evident. The team has made tremendous strides in improving access to critical, patient-centered healthcare by servicing over 2,000 individuals in their South Shore homes or other...
News & MediaSouth Shore Health's COVID-19 testing site relocates
Since this post was published, changes have been made to COVID-19 testing at South Shore Health. For the latest testing information, please visit our COVID-19 page. South Shore Health’s COVID-19 drive-thru testing site has been relocated to South Shore Medical Center at 143 Longwater Drive in...
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