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Recognizing Toxic Teen Dating Behaviors and Helping Teens Build Healthy Relationships
Dating violence affects millions of teens and young adults each year, and unhealthy relationships can cause problems that linger long after a relationship ends.
BlogThe State of Midwifery at South Shore Health
Midwifery care has been an integral part of South Shore Health for more than 30 years. Learn how midwives at South Shore Hospital and beyond are improving women's health on the South Shore.
BlogThe Invisible Pandemic: Domestic Violence and Social Determinants of Health
South Shore Medical Center has been looking at the way we deliver care for people who are experiencing issues that are often difficult to discuss, even in the confines of a confidential exam room.
BlogTeen Substance Use and Risks: Establishing Healthy Behaviors Early
Adolescence – sometimes just seeing or hearing this word makes people cringe, as it brings back memories of awkward or difficult years gone by. Adolescence is a time of important physical, emotional, and personal growth. However, it also can feature difficulties fitting in, peer pressures, academic...
BlogCervical Cancer Awareness: Regular Screening Key for Early Detection
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine a light on the disease and the importance of regular screening in its prevention. While once the most common cause of cancer death for women, cervical cancer death rates have decreased significantly with greater use of the Pap test, which can find changes in the cervix before cancer develops or detect it early when it is easier to treat.
BlogFive Common Questions about Tubal Ligation, Answered
Is permanent birth control, such as a tubal sterilization, tubal ligation, or getting your tubes tied a good option for you? An OB/GYN answers common questions about the risks and benefits of sterilization.
BlogWhat You Need to Know About Long-Acting Reversible Contraception
Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) can be an effective and safe option for women looking to prevent pregnancy or ease heavy or painful periods. An OB/GYN breaks down the choices women have when talking to their provider about this form of contraception.
BlogShining a Light on Prostate Health
Learn the risk factors and symptoms of prostate-related diseases, as well as the approaches to screening and prevention.
BlogHuman Trafficking Prevention: Warning Signs and Ways to Help
Human trafficking is one of the fastest-growing criminal industries in the world and has become an emerging health priority.
BlogCommon Issues Women Experience... Down There
The only thing more uncomfortable for women than issues below the belt? Talking about them with their doctor. A South Shore Health OB/GYN discusses three common issues and when it's time for a woman to call her doctor.
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