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How to Ease Your Child's Fear of Shots
Shots can be stressful for children - after all, no one likes to get poked with a needle! But with a little preparation, parents can help ease their child's anxiety and make a shot nothing to worry about.
BlogGMA: Kentucky governor exposes his children to chicken pox instead of vaccinating them
Kentucky governor Matt Bevin sparked controversy when he admitted he intentionally exposed his children to chicken pox instead of vaccinating them. Todd Ellerin, MD, Director of Infectious Diseases at South Shore Health, shares why vaccines are the safest way for children to develop an immunity to the chicken pox.
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 & MediaInfants & Toddlers
At South Shore Medical Center, we believe that it's a privilege to care for the South Shore's infants and toddlers. We recognize that the early days and months of a child's life feature a mixture of stressful and wonderful moments for parents, whether it's your first child or a new addition to a...
Two South Shore Health Workers Receive All-Expenses Paid Trip to Super Bowl LV
Weymouth, MA – Two South Shore Health clinicians will be among 76 vaccinated healthcare workers to represent all six New England states at Super Bowl LV in Tampa, Fla. as guests of the Kraft family. These healthcare “superheroes” will be granted an all-expenses paid trip to the game, including...
News & MediaWhy Vaccinations Are So Important to Your Family's Health
South Shore Medical Center does not allow patients who have not received vaccinations to receive care at its facilities. Dr. Jeremy Warhaftig explains why.
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.
BlogSouth Shore Medical Center Names New Chief of Family Medicine
Khalil Alleyne, MD, has been named Chief of Family Medicine at South Shore Medical Center. In his new role, Dr. Alleyne will oversee the Family Medicine Department while supporting providers, developing new programs and processes, and striving to enhance clinical medicine.
News & MediaSix Tips for Managing COPD
Medications aren't the only tool for managing COPD. Learn more about the lifestyle changes that can help patients with COPD.
BlogMonkeypox
Monkeypox, a disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus, has made headlines in recent weeks due to an outbreak that started in the United Kingdom and has since spread around the globe. The United States Department of Health and Human Services has declared the current monkeypox outbreak to...
