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Weymouth 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 & MediaSouth Shore Health Postpones Select Inpatient Surgical Procedures
The growing number of coronavirus cases across Massachusetts has led to new guidance from the state, which requires us to postpone select inpatient surgeries to keep beds open in the event they are needed for critically ill patients.
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 & MediaGiving birth in a pandemic: Hospitals step up restrictions
As expectant mothers worry about giving birth during the COVID-19, South Shore Health has taken extra precautions to keep moms, babies, and staff safe.
News & MediaTown of Hanover, South Shore Health Partner to Expand Mobile Integrated Health
Several weeks after launching an initial mobile integrated health (MIH) program in Weymouth, South Shore Health has partnered with the town of Hanover to expand the program.
News & MediaAn Update on New Vaccine Appointments at South Shore Health
Due to limits on COVID-19 vaccine supplies by the state, we are unable to schedule any new, first-dose vaccination appointments at this time. Get more details here.
News & MediaMonkeypox
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...
South Shore Health Announces Limitations on Elective Surgeries
In light of the rapidly evolving situation surrounding COVID-19, South Shore Health today announced new limitations on surgical procedures at South Shore Hospital, effective Wednesday, March 18.
News & MediaSouth Shore Hospital Earns an “A” for Patient Safety From The Leapfrog Group
While fighting a global pandemic, the Weymouth hospital is rated among the best in Greater Boston and the U.S. for safety.
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.
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