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Occupational 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...
Understanding Arthritis: Five Things to Know
May is Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to draw attention to the painful joint condition that affects close to 60 million in the U.S. Jesse Reisner, DO, a rheumatologist at South Shore Medical Center, answers questions about arthritis causes, symptoms and treatments.
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.
BlogLife After Ostomy Surgery: What No One Tells You
Many patients are unprepared for the emotional and psychological adjustments of life with an ostomy. Cody shares practical tips on what ostomy patients need to know.
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First-Time Moms Enjoy Mother's Day After "Pandemic Pregnancies"
An article from The Patriot Ledger details the experiences of first-time South Shore moms during the pandemic, including their care experiences at South Shore Health.
News & MediaSelf-care for Postpartum Moms
Pregnant women focus on getting things ready for their baby. Midwife Ruby Ristuccia recommends that it's just as important to get self-care time on the books, and shares how to make it happen once your baby arrives.
BlogHow to Prevent Childhood Injuries: Tips for Families & Caregivers
According to the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC), unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death in children aged 19 and younger. In fact, according to the Injury Free Coalition for Kids, 20 children die each day from preventable injuries.
BlogFrequently Asked Questions about the Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine for 5-11 Year Olds
Earlier this week, the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices approved the distribution of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to children 5 through 11 years old. This vaccine had already received an emergency use authorization (EUA) for that same age group from the FDA. As a result...
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