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Five Things to Know about COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots

​​​​​​​COVID-19 booster shots are coming soon, but not everyone will be eligible for a third dose initially. Debate continues among the scientific community about whether COVID-19 vaccine boosters are yet needed for the general public, ages 16 and up.

Five Things to Know about COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots

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South Shore Hospital Earns Top Award from National Sleep Organization

South Shore Hospital was recently recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a “Silver Safe Sleep Leader,” for its commitment to best practices and education on infant...

South Shore Hospital Earns Top Award from National Sleep Organization

Drowning Prevention: Water Safety Tips for All Ages

If you’re planning to hit the water this summer, it’s important to take the appropriate safety steps to prevent drowning.

Drowning Prevention: Water Safety Tips for All Ages

A group of happy-looking children stands outside of their classroom preparing for the first day of school. Wearing masks due to COVID-19.

How to Help Children Transition Back to School in a New World

The return to school brings with it a unique set of new challenges, as many children who had gotten acclimated to remote learning and social distancing are now facing a full-time return to in-person learning.

How to Help Children Transition Back to School in a New World

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Drowning 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.

Drowning Prevention for Teens: Seven Layers of Protection

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Drowning Prevention for Children: Seven Layers of Protection at the Pool

Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional injury-related death in children between the ages of one and four — but drownings are 100% preventable if the proper precautions are taken.

Drowning Prevention for Children: Seven Layers of Protection at the Pool

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South Shore Hospital Ranked Among Top 10 Best Hospitals in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report

South Shore Health today announced that U.S. News & World Report has ranked South Shore Hospital among the state’s top ten Best Hospitals for the 2021-2022 reporting year. South Shore Hospital is...

South Shore Hospital Ranked Among Top 10 Best Hospitals in Massachusetts by U.S. News & World Report

A woman sleeps while using a CPAP machine to help her breathing

CPAP Machine Recall: What You Need to Know

Millions of Americans rely on a CPAP machine for a healthy, restful night's sleep. If you use a CPAP machine, you should be aware of a recent recall of machines made by a prominent CPAP manufacturer.

CPAP Machine Recall: What You Need to Know

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How to Identify Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

When the summer temperatures soar, it's important to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness. Learn more about how to identify and treat heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

How to Identify Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

A young child sits with her mother as a nurse swabs her arm prior to receiving a vaccine.

COVID-19 Vaccine for Children & Teens: Your Questions, Answered

​​​​​​​As the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine continues in the United States, vaccination is now an option for younger patients. This has led to a number of vaccine-related questions from parents.

COVID-19 Vaccine for Children & Teens: Your Questions, Answered

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