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Seven Playground Safety Tips for Parents and Caretakers

For many young children, a trip to the local playground is the highlight of their days! Playgrounds are filled with fun and offer children a great way to socialize with peers - but playgrounds have their fair share of injury hazards as well.

Ride on the Safe Side: Nine Safety Tips for Motorcyclists

Motorcycle accidents continue to be a leading preventable cause of traffic fatalities in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 5,014 motorcycle fatalities in 2019. Motorcycle riders are five times more likely to be injured than persons...

Halloween Safety Tips for Parents and Kids

This Halloween, make sure to avoid the scares that require a trip to the emergency room. Here's how ghouls and goblins of all ages can stay safe.

South Shore Hospital Earns an “A” for Patient Safety From The Leapfrog Group

Rating designates Weymouth hospital among the best in Greater Boston and the U.S. for safety.

Safety Tips for Parents during the Pediatric Medication Shortage

Supply chain issues and increased demand during a very active respiratory virus season, have caused a shortage of common over-the-counter pediatric medications, including liquid ibuprofen and acetaminophen.

South 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.

Four Steps to Ensure Your Safety During Hurricane Season

Revisit or create an emergency preparedness plan before a serious storm arrives.

Mastering the Art of Infant Car Seat Safety

It’s estimated that 75 percent of car seats aren’t used or installed correctly. South Shore Health offers tips to ensure your baby is riding safely.

South Shore Hospital Earns 7th “A” for Patient Safety From The Leapfrog Group

South Shore Hospital, part of South Shore Health, has earned an “A” safety grade rating from The Leapfrog Group, a designation that ranks the hospital among the safest in the Greater Boston area and the United States.

Heads Up for Safety: Tips for Brain Injury Awareness Month

As part of Brain Injury Awareness Month, our Trauma Program Injury Prevention Team discusses traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and steps you can take to prevent them.