A forklift driver gets advice from her supervisor

10 Tips for Forklift Safety

Roughly 1 out of every 10 forklifts in the United States will be involved in an accident each year. Our injury prevention team offers tips on how to use a forklift safely.

10 Tips for Forklift Safety

Teen driver looking at phone while driving a car

How to Keep Teens Safe behind the Wheel this Summer

As the school year wraps up, teens start driving more. South Shore Health's trauma team shares why now is the time for parents to review key safety information for a safe summer.

How to Keep Teens Safe behind the Wheel this Summer

A woman adjusts a child's helmet before participating in sports

Heads Up: Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury in Children

Each year, nearly one million children are hospitalized with a traumatic brain injury, such as a concussion. Our injury prevention team shares how to prevent TBI and how to recognize the symptoms.

Heads Up: Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury in Children

A man yawns while behind the wheel of his car as he experiences drowsy driving

Stay Alert: The Dangers of Drowsy Driving

​​​​​​​Each year, drowsy driving leads to tens of thousands of motor vehicle accidents across the United States. Unfortunately, those accidents result in hundreds of deaths.

Stay Alert: The Dangers of Drowsy Driving

A new teen driver smiles and holds up a car key from the driver's seat of a car

Helping Teens Stay Safe on the Road: Tips for Teens and Parents

A driver’s license is a symbol of freedom, an indicator that a teen is ready to hit the road and go wherever he or she wants to go. Unfortunately, for too many teens, driving can be deadly. Motor vehicle accidents are among the leading causes of death for teens in the United States.

Helping Teens Stay Safe on the Road: Tips for Teens and Parents

A father checks his young son's bike helmet before he goes for a bike ride.

How 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.

How to Prevent Childhood Injuries: Tips for Families & Caregivers

Doctor William Tollefsen is named Vice Chair of Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care

William Tollefsen, MD named Vice Chair of Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care

William Tollefsen, MD., M.Sc., MBA, FAEMS, has been appointed Vice Chair of Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care at South Shore Health. In addition to his current roles in Mobile Integrated Health and...

William Tollefsen, MD named Vice Chair of Emergency Medicine and Urgent Care

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How to Stay Safe While Walking

South Shore Hospital's Trauma Center has also seen a significant increase in pedestrian accidents. Our team offers important tips for pedestrian safety.

How to Stay Safe While Walking

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South Shore Hospital and South Shore EMS recognized with Mission: Lifeline® Gold Quality Achievement Awards

South Shore Hospital and South Shore EMS received the American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline® Gold Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the...

South Shore Hospital and South Shore EMS recognized with Mission: Lifeline® Gold Quality Achievement Awards

An older woman exercises in her home with hand weights

Falls Prevention: Eight Steps to Take to Avoid Falls

Falls are one of the most common trauma injuries we see at South Shore Hospital, and are extremely dangerous for seniors.

Falls Prevention: Eight Steps to Take to Avoid Falls

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