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Cervical Cancer Awareness: Regular Screening Key for Early Detection

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine a light on the disease and the importance of regular screening in its prevention. While once the most common cause of cancer death for women, cervical cancer death rates have decreased significantly with greater use of the Pap test, which can find changes in the cervix before cancer develops or detect it early when it is easier to treat.

Cervical Cancer Awareness: Regular Screening Key for Early Detection

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Families Share Down Syndrome Pregnancy Journey with Maternal-Fetal Medicine Program

As part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, local families share their experiences with the compassionate, expert team in South Shore Health's Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Program.

Families Share Down Syndrome Pregnancy Journey with Maternal-Fetal Medicine Program

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State’s First Obstetrics Emergency Department Celebrates Five Years of Specialized Care

Opening the state’s first obstetrics emergency department (OB ED) in the early months of a global pandemic could not have been easy. Yet South Shore Health pushed forward with its pioneering plan to create a department dedicated to providing specialized obstetric emergency care, setting it apart from all other Massachusetts health systems.

State’s First Obstetrics Emergency Department Celebrates Five Years of Specialized Care

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Thank You to Our 2024 Donors

Thank you to our donors for supporting South Shore Heath this year. Together, we've delivered safe, quality, and connected care for our community, and...

Thank You to Our 2024 Donors

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Navigating Gestational Diabetes and Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving brings family, gratitude, and delicious food. If you are managing gestational diabetes, you can still enjoy the holiday with thoughtful planning!

Navigating Gestational Diabetes and Thanksgiving

Moonlight and Miracles Gala Video 2024

A Message from Our Colleagues About the Moonlight and Miracles Gala

We are thrilled to announce that the 22nd annual Moonlight & Miracles Gala will again benefit South Shore Health's emergency services. This includes...

A Message from Our Colleagues About the Moonlight and Miracles Gala

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Understanding the Golden Hour: Background & Benefits

The Golden Hour refers to uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact between a birthing parent and newborn for the first hour (or two) after birth. Learn more about how the benefits of this special period.

Understanding the Golden Hour: Background & Benefits

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Understanding the Role of a Hospital International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

For moms who experience challenges with breastfeeding, an international board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) can be a vital resource. Hilary and Michelle discuss their roles as IBCLCs at South Shore Hospital.

Understanding the Role of a Hospital International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

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A Leap Day Baby Boom at South Shore Hospital

It may be the rarest day of the year to have a birthday, but don’t tell that to the 13 Leap Day babies born February 29 at South Shore Hospital...

A Leap Day Baby Boom at South Shore Hospital

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Unique Course Readies New Grandparents for Childcare Role

When it comes to childbirth education, South Shore Health has all the bases covered for expectant parents. Whether preparing for labor and birth, breastfeeding support, or caring for your newborn in the early weeks of life, there are a wide array of courses to help guide first-time moms and dads. Now there’s a class specially designed for grandparents to be.

Unique Course Readies New Grandparents for Childcare Role