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A Different Holiday Season: Coping with the Loss of Holiday Traditions
COVID-19 has forced many families to forego annual holiday traditions, which can lead to feelings of sadness and disappointment. As Dr. Green explains, it's important to channel those feelings in the right direction.
BlogFive More Steps to Take to Decrease Your Risk of Falling
Falls are a major threat to the health and independence of older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 36 million older adults fall each year, with falls often leading to serious injuries and death.
BlogTraumatic Brain Injuries in Older Adults: Risks, Consequences, and Prevention
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability, both in the United States and worldwide. People age 75 years old and older are at the greatest risk for TBI.
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.
BlogPediatrics
At South Shore Medical Center, we've been offering compassionate care for pediatric patients for decades. It's a privilege to care for the children in our community, from infants through teens heading off to college. Regardless of age, our mission is the same: to keep your child healthy and well...
Infant/Child Safety and CPR - March 29
The Family & Friends® CPR Course teaches child CPR, infant CPR, and relief of choking in a child or infant. Skills are taught in a dynamic group environment by using the American Heart Association’s research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which provides students with the most hands-on CPR...
Events & ProgramsOrthopedic Foot and Ankle Care
The human foot is complex, with 26 bones and dozens of joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments combining to help take you where you need to go. Problems with your feet or ankles can dramatically impact your quality of life, preventing you from doing the things you enjoy. However, foot or ankle pain...
What You Need to Know about Measles in Massachusetts
A patient in the greater Boston area has been diagnosed with measles. South Shore Health's Todd Ellerin, MD, shares precautions you can take to keep your family safe.
BlogThe 2013 Boston Marathon: Lessons in Emergency Planning
The way in which health systems and first responders plan for and react to disaster was changed by the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings. Learn more from our team.
BlogPreparing Your Daughter for Her First Period
One of the most stressful events in adolescence, for both parents and teens, is when a girl gets her first period. Here are some ways you can help your daughter prepare for the transition from girlhood to womanhood.
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