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Deep Vein Thrombosis: Causes, Symptoms, & Prevention
Blood clots occur naturally in the human body in response to bleeding - but sometimes, clots can form in the wrong place, and the results can be serious. Learn more about DVT and how it's treated.
BlogFive More Steps to Take to Decrease Your Risk of Falling
Falls are a major threat to the health and independence of older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 36 million older adults fall each year, with falls often leading to serious injuries and death.
BlogLaboratory Services
South Shore Health offers laboratory services at multiple locations across the South Shore. Our Laboratory Services team tests samples for patients and providers to keep our community safe. A full list of lab locations and hours of operations can be found below. Information on fasting prior to labs...
COVID-19, Women, and Alcohol: Managing Pandemic Stress without Drinking
Women’s lives are more stressful than ever. And many women have turned to alcohol to cope. An addiction medicine doctor shares healthier alternatives to deal with stress, and how to get help to reduce alcohol consumption.
BlogThe Importance of Properly Disposing of Prescription Drugs
October 28 is National Drug Take-Back Day. Find out how proper medication disposal keeps your family safe and locations to drop your prescription drugs.
BlogProper Disposal of Unused or Expired Prescription Drugs Can Save Lives
South Shore Hospital now has a prescription disposal drop box available to the public.
BlogPregnancy & Childbirth
South Shore Health delivers a childbirth experience tailored to each family's needs and preferences. We also offer the region's only Level III NICU and the state's only Obstetrics Emergency Department.
Four Simple Steps to Reduce Fall Risks for the Elderly
A fall can cause life-changing injuries especially among the elderly. Steps you can take to minimize the risk of falls.
BlogMedical Director of Spine Center Answers Common Questions on Back Pain
Have questions about back pain? The Medical Director of South Shore Health's Spine Center answers some common questions she hears from patients.
BlogWhen Your Labor Needs to be Induced
Induction is an attempt to imitate natural labor and birth by causing contractions of the uterus. South Shore Health's experts answer your questions about the induction process.
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