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A Preview of the 2018-2019 Flu Season
As the days get colder, it's time to think about scheduling your flu shot. South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Disease answers common questions about the 2018-2019 flu season.
BlogWhat To Do When You Have the Flu
When is the flu serious enough to visit the ER? South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Diseases weighs in.
BlogFour Things to Know About Bird Flu
Avian influenza, also known as H5N1 bird flu is a respiratory disease caused by influenza A viruses that primarily affects birds. Todd Ellerin, MD, South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Disease, offers insights on bird flu and its potential risk for people and animals.
BlogPreparing for Respiratory Virus Season: COVID-19, Flu, and RSV
Respiratory viruses are with us throughout the year, but infections tend to spike in the fall and winter months as we spend more time indoors.
BlogThree Creative Ways to Keep Your Kids Hydrated This Summer
You love that your kids are active in the summer, but are concerned about dehydration. Here are three ways you can ensure that your kids get enough fluids without focusing on plain water.
BlogExpert Care for Minor Injuries and Illnesses
South Shore Health's Urgent Care Centers allow you to see a doctor without an appointment for injuries and minor illnesses, including the flu. Urgent care is for injuries and illnesses that need the attention of a doctor but not necessarily the emergency room. From kids with a cough, teenagers...
BlogTen Health Tips for College-Bound Kids
Whether they are just starting freshman year, or heading back to campus as an upper classman, it’s important to have a plan for your student’s health care while at college.
BlogRight Care, Right Place: Know Where to Go
In order to help patients receive the care they need as efficiently as possible, it's important to seek the right level of care at the right place.
BlogPandemic Halloween: How to Safely Celebrate Spooky Season
Trick-or-treating isn't worth the risk during COVID-19. An infectious disease expert explains why and shares safer Halloween activities.
BlogVaccines Arm Us for Respiratory Virus Season
Respiratory virus season is on the way and illnesses like influenza, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and pneumonia will be widely circulating again. Todd Ellerin, MD, South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Disease provides updated vaccine guidance and shares other preventative steps you can take to stay well this season.
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