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Men's Health: Early Prostate Cancer Detection Leads to Better Outcomes
November is Men's Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight health issues affecting men – including prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, about 299,010 new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed this year and 32,250 men will die from the disease. Find out about risk factors, treatments and the screening tests that help catch prostate cancer early when it’s easier to treat.
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Q&A with Karen Peterson of Youth Health Connection
For 26 years, Youth Health Connection (YHC) has helped young people deal with the challenges they face as they mature. The group recently welcomed Karen Peterson to continue this critical program. Learn more about Karen's background and the future of the program.
BlogGet the New Year Off to a Healthy Start
Before turning the calendar to 2026, make prioritizing your health your New Year’s resolution
BlogKaren E O'Brien, MD, BS, DMSc
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South Weymouth, MA
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Dr. O'Brien is Medical Director of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at South Shore Health.
As a Maternal-Fetal Medicine physician, I am dedicated to caring for women and families navigating high-risk and medically complex pregnancies with expertise, compassion, and individualized attention.
I strive to integrate evidence-based medicine with a holistic approach that recognizes the physical, emotional, and social factors that shape each patient’s experience.
I am also committed to advocating for equitable healthcare and improving access and outcomes for marginalized and underserved communities.
Ready for Breastfeeding - In Person - July 26
Our prenatal breastfeeding class helps to ensure a smooth start for you and baby. In this class, board-certified lactation consultants and experienced nurses teach proper positioning, feeding frequency, how to read your baby's hunger signs, the importance of skin-to-skin contact, and helpful hints...
Events & ProgramsReady for Breastfeeding - In Person - August 23
Our prenatal breastfeeding class helps to ensure a smooth start for you and baby. In this class, board-certified lactation consultants and experienced nurses teach proper positioning, feeding frequency, how to read your baby's hunger signs, the importance of skin-to-skin contact, and helpful hints...
Events & ProgramsReady for Breastfeeding - In Person - September 26
Our prenatal breastfeeding class helps to ensure a smooth start for you and baby. In this class, board-certified lactation consultants and experienced nurses teach proper positioning, feeding frequency, how to read your baby's hunger signs, the importance of skin-to-skin contact, and helpful hints...
Events & ProgramsCOVID-19, Women, and Alcohol: Managing Pandemic Stress without Drinking
Women’s lives are more stressful than ever. And many women have turned to alcohol to cope. An addiction medicine doctor shares healthier alternatives to deal with stress, and how to get help to reduce alcohol consumption.
BlogGet to Know Your Labor and Delivery Team
There's a wide variety of people who will help you safely welcome your baby into the world. A midwife explains the key players and their role in your labor and delivery team.
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