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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Alisha Cardoso and Ana Colson!
We're pleased to celebrate Alisha Cardoso and Ana Colson, the recipients of this month's Colleague Spotlight Award! Both were nominated after providing extra special care to a child who needed to have blood drawn.
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.
BlogPediatric Vaccine Guidance
Vaccines remain one of the most effective ways to protect children and communities from serious illness. Therefore, despite recent changes announced by the CDC, South Shore Medical Center's vaccine recommendations remain the same and continue to follow the scientific-based guidance of the American Academy of Pediatrics. With that in mind, our vaccine recommendations will not change and will continue to follow the scientific evidence and guidance of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
News & MediaDoctor dissipates vaping myths among teens
Many high school students are reluctant to smoke cigarettes, but some young people mistakenly believe that inhaling from an e-cigarette is a safe alternative to smoking, according to Dr. Michael Jaklitsch, a lung expert and thoracic surgeon at South Shore Hospital. Read the Weymouth News story.
News & MediaSouth Shore Health Celebrates New Pediatric Space
South Shore Health has announced the completion of an important hospital renovation project, which includes a modernized unit for its youngest patients. “Despite all of the challenges in healthcare at this time, South Shore Health has invested in our pediatric unit as a commitment to our community,”...
News & MediaThe Angelos Family’s Story: Family Integrated Care Improves the NICU Experience
South Shore Hospital's NICU is the first in Massachusetts to implement a model of care that makes parents like Jeannie and Jeremy Angelos equal members of their baby's care team.
BlogDrowning Prevention for Teens: Seven Layers of Protection
The risk of drowning decreases after age four — but spikes again during the teen years. Learn what you can do to help teach your teen valuable water safety lessons.
BlogCOVID-19 Vaccine for Children & Teens: Your Questions, Answered
As the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine continues in the United States, vaccination is now an option for younger patients. This has led to a number of vaccine-related questions from parents.
BlogMeet Willow, A South Shore Health Therapy Dog
Therapy dog Willow and his human, Reggie Ward, are South Shore Health volunteers that bring smiles to our colleagues and patients every time they visit. See them in action!
BlogOccupational Therapy
South Shore Health's occupational therapy program focuses on the therapeutic use of daily tasks and activities to help patients live their best lives. Occupational therapy is available for a variety of conditions and treatments, including stroke recovery, coordination issues, and concussion/TBI...
