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Vaccines 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 soon be circulating again. Todd Ellerin, MD provides updated vaccine guidance and shares other preventative steps you can take to stay well this season.
BlogThe Healing Power of Music
As Nicole Anderson plucked the strings of her harp, Sarah Sullivan of Marshfield took a deep breath and relaxed into her bed. The worries, fears, angst of being in a hospital bed seemed to leave Sullivan’s body for just a few brief moments, as Anderson’s fingers moved back and forth; creating a...
BlogThree Things to Know About Sports Physicals
Even though the kids have barely made it to summer camp, parents across the South Shore are starting to think about back-to-school preparations. (Sorry, kids.) For parents of young athletes, one task that can sneak up in the midst of summer fun is scheduling sports physicals. Sports physicals screen...
BlogCPAP Machine Recall: What You Need to Know
Millions of Americans rely on a CPAP machine for a healthy, restful night's sleep. If you use a CPAP machine, you should be aware of a recent recall of machines made by a prominent CPAP manufacturer.
BlogWhy Falling Back into a Routine is Good for Your Health
Did you spend the summer traveling, entertaining friends or trying to squeeze as much out of the longer days as possible? You may be ready to get back to a routine for fall. The word routine has a bit of a bad reputation. It can sound boring or predictable. But the truth is, a routine is actually good for us.
BlogTips for Staying Safe at the Pool this Summer
Swimming in a pool is a great way to beat the heat during the summer months. However, it's important to exercise caution, especially for families with young children.
BlogA Legacy of Compassion: Christine Kennefick’s Gift to Our Cancer Center Patients
For Christine Kennefick of Quincy, Massachusetts, cancer was not a short chapter; it was a 14-year journey marked by resilience, deep relationships, and extraordinary compassion. Throughout much of that time, Christine received her care at the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health...
BlogFrequently Asked Questions about the Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine for 5-11 Year Olds
Earlier this week, the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices approved the distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to children 5 through 11 years old. This vaccine had already received an emergency use authorization (EUA) for that same age group from the FDA. As a result...
BlogSix Steps for Getting Better Sleep
Getting too little sleep is a big problem in the U.S. According to the CDC, one third of adults report they get less than the recommended 7-8 hours of sleep each day, and insufficient sleep has been tied to several chronic health conditions — including type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and depression.
BlogCompassion & Collaboration: Sasha’s Role as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
We continue our celebration of CRNA Week 2024 by spotlighting another wonderful member of our team: Sasha Griffith, CRNA! Sasha shares more about her role as a CRNA and how her experience as a pediatric nurse helps in her CRNA role.
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