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South Shore Hospital’s Straight “A” Safety Streak Continues
The Leapfrog Group rates hospital among the best in greater Boston and the U.S. for safety
News & MediaSouth Shore Hospital’s Straight “A” Safety Ranking Continues
Celebrating its 100th anniversary, the South Shore Hospital earns its seventh straight “A” grade from The Leapfrog Group, rating it among the best in Greater Boston and the U.S. for safety
News & MediaThe Potential to Save a Life: Why You Should Consider Carrying Naloxone
Exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the opioid epidemic had its deadliest year yet in 2020, with more than 93,000 overdose deaths reported by the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).
BlogStaying Safe: Five Tips for Proper Seatbelt Use
Motor vehicle crashes are a serious preventable public health concern and are among the leading causes of injury and death across the United States, killing nearly 100 people every day. Seatbelts are the single most effective safety device when it comes to preventing injury and death in motor vehicle crashes.
BlogAnswering the call for hand sanitizer, South Shore Health creates its own
The South Shore Health Pharmacy team has developed a DIY process to replenish much-needed hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 crisis. “Using a blend of ingenuity, teamwork, and guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO), our pharmacy group has implemented a creative and efficient method for...
News & MediaPandemic Halloween: How to Safely Celebrate Spooky Season
Trick-or-treating isn't worth the risk during COVID-19. An infectious disease expert explains why and shares safer Halloween activities.
BlogPhysician Perspective: Potential Public Health Risks of Legal Marijuana
One emergency department doctor shares his perspective on trends he's watching as legal marijuana becomes more prevalent in Massachusetts.
BlogThe Benefits of Cord Blood Banking and the Pros and Cons of Public and Private Banks
There is medical value of the stem cells in a baby's umbilical cord blood. Learn the options available to parents and pros and cons of banking these cells.
BlogFour Steps to Ensure Your Safety During Hurricane Season
Revisit or create an emergency preparedness plan before a serious storm arrives.
BlogUpdate on COVID-19 Testing
Effective immediately, South Shore Health (South Shore Hospital, South Shore Medical Center, and Health Express) will only conduct COVID-19 tests on patients requiring admission to the hospital or are at high risk and for healthcare workers that are in contact with a positive patient and become...
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