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Adolescents & Teens
We're proud to provide care to your teens and young adults, whether they're just beginning their teen years or are ready to "graduate" from pediatric care. Many of our pediatricians are parents of teenagers themselves, so we understand what it's like to navigate the highs and lows of the teen years...
Jillian and Monroe's Story: "We Are Alive Because of Them."
When Jillian experienced an emergency late in her pregnancy, a diversion to South Shore Hospital saved both her life and the life of her newborn daughter, Monroe.
BlogEarly Childhood
As your children get older, their health needs change as well - but we're here for you every step of the way. The days of bimonthly check-ups for infants are replaced by school forms, sports physicals, and check-ups prior to leaving for summer camp. We're proud to play a role in helping your...
Vaccines Arm Us for Respiratory Virus Season
Respiratory virus season is on the way and illnesses like influenza, COVID-19, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and pneumonia will be widely circulating again. Todd Ellerin, MD, South Shore Health's Director of Infectious Disease provides updated vaccine guidance and shares other preventative steps you can take to stay well this season.
BlogThree Things to Know About Sports Physicals
Even though the kids have barely made it to summer camp, parents across the South Shore are starting to think about back-to-school preparations. (Sorry, kids.) For parents of young athletes, one task that can sneak up in the midst of summer fun is scheduling sports physicals. Sports physicals screen...
BlogPreventing 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.
News & MediaWhat You Need to Know about the AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine
Have concerns about the Oxford vaccine? Todd Ellerin, MD, Director of Infectious Disease, shares why Americans shouldn't dismiss the AstraZeneca vaccine just yet.
BlogWhat You Need to Know about Vape-Associated Pulmonary Illness (VAPI)
With a drastic increase in the number of suspected VAPI cases, Massachusetts recently instituted a four-month ban on the sale of vaping products. Learn more about the illness behind the vape ban.
BlogMessaging & E-Visits
South Shore MyChart’s messaging platform is a convenient way to contact your care team and manage different aspects of your patient experience. Many patients also use MyChart’s messaging platform for medical advice, whether asking a question about a new symptom or offering an update on a chronic...
Infants & 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...
