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Atrial Fibrillation: Risk Factors, Symptoms and When to Seek Care

Atrial Fibrillation, also known as AFib, is the most common type of irregular heart rhythm, affecting more than 10 million adults in the U.S.

Atrial Fibrillation: Risk Factors, Symptoms and When to Seek Care

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Ten Tips to Child-Proof Your Home for the Holidays

The holidays bring lots of festive decorations, but make sure you read these useful child safety tips to make it a safe and happy holiday season!

Ten Tips to Child-Proof Your Home for the Holidays

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The Hidden Impact of Concussions in Children

Concussions are a concern for players at both the professional and student athlete level. In fact, any head impact on or off the field that causes trauma to the brain can result in a concussion.

The Hidden Impact of Concussions in Children

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Tips to Limit Added Sugar from Your Child's Diet

Our registered dietitian gives tips on how to limit added sugars from your child's diet.

Tips to Limit Added Sugar from Your Child's Diet

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Tips to Make School Mealtime a Nutritious Success

Straightforward solutions to make school mealtime a nutritious success from a registered dietitian.

Tips to Make School Mealtime a Nutritious Success

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Six Tips for Implementing a Back-to-School Sleep Schedule

Don't get overwhelmed with how to get your kids back on a more structured sleep schedule for back to school.

Six Tips for Implementing a Back-to-School Sleep Schedule

New Swim Program Provides Infants a Comfortable Introduction to the Water

New Swim Program Provides Infants a Comfortable Introduction to the Water

Learn more about South Shore Hospital's Water Tots program for infants.

New Swim Program Provides Infants a Comfortable Introduction to the Water