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Skin Cancer Awareness: Most Prevalent Cancer is Also the Most Preventable
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine a light on the disease and the importance of prevention and screening. With more than 5 million cases diagnosed each year, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the U.S. It’s also one of the most preventable. According to the Skin...
BlogSouth Shore VNA Earns Prestigious Accreditation for Excellence in Home Care
South Shore Visiting Nurses Association (VNA), part of South Shore Health, has officially earned Accreditation from the Home Care Alliance of Massachusetts—cementing its reputation as one of the state’s most trusted providers of home health care.
News & MediaCare Where You Are: The Unique Role of Our Parent Child Health Team
Home Care's Parent Child Health Team is a key part of the larger healthcare landscape, allowing children, expecting parents, and postpartum patients to get the care they need from the comfort of home.
BlogHow Facebook is fighting anti-vaxxing propaganda
South Shore Health infectious disease expert Simone Wildes, MD, shares why vaccines are a safe and important way to keep people of all ages healthy.
News & MediaWhat Do You Need to Know about Joint Replacement?
South Shore Health orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD, answers questions about joint replacement surgery.
BlogGet to Know South Shore Hospital’s Therapeutic Pools
The best-kept secret on the South Shore may be the two therapeutic pools at South Shore Hospital. Learn how water-based therapy helps patients of all ages manage a variety of health needs.
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.
BlogWater and Swimming Safety: Tips to Prevent Drowning
Swimming is a great way to stay cool on a hot South Shore summer's day. Our Trauma Program Injury Prevention Team offers tips on how to stay safe in and around the water.
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...
