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Health and wellness information from our experts

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A Legacy of Compassion: Christine Kennefick’s Gift to Our Cancer Center Patients

For Christine Kennefick of Quincy, Massachusetts, cancer was not a short chapter; it was a 14-year journey marked by resilience, deep relationships...

A Legacy of Compassion: Christine Kennefick’s Gift to Our Cancer Center Patients

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Four Benefits of Exercising When Pregnant

Staying active—or getting into fitness routine for the first time—is a great way to maintain your health and improve the health of your baby. Learn more about the benefits.

Four Benefits of Exercising When Pregnant

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What Happens When You're Less Active

Does cold and snow make you want to hibernate? Learn more about the impact inactivity has on your health, and easy ways to keep active during the winter months.

What Happens When You're Less Active

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Three Benefits of Exercising in Water

Are you having a hard time getting motivated to exercise? Consider ditching your sneakers and grabbing your bathing suit. A pool workout may be just...

Three Benefits of Exercising in Water

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Alternative Medicine: A Primary Care Doctor’s Take

Americans are turning to complementary and alternative medicine to feel their best. South Shore Medical Center's Dr. Leyda Delgado shares her personal experience with alternative medicine and how you can safely try it for yourself.

Alternative Medicine: A Primary Care Doctor’s Take

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Seven Wellness Tips for Fall

Has your healthy routine taken a summer vacation? South Shore Medical Center's experts are here with wellness tips for fall.

Seven Wellness Tips for Fall

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How Older Adults Can Manage Their Risk of Falls

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury in older adults. Learn the steps you can take to stay on your feet.

How Older Adults Can Manage Their Risk of Falls

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How to Handle Common Sports Injuries

Common sports injuries can occur when you are starting a fitness regimen. Kylee Eagles, DO of South Shore Medical Center explains how to get fit safely.

How to Handle Common Sports Injuries

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A New Benefit for Presidents' Circle Members

Russelectric taps the expertise of South Shore Health to help its employees live healthier lives. Learn how your organization can do the same.

A New Benefit for Presidents' Circle Members

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Five Tips to Help You Keep Your New Year's Fitness Resolutions

How can you ensure that you’ve met your fitness goals at the end of 2018? Here are some tips to help you stick with your resolution.

Five Tips to Help You Keep Your New Year's Fitness Resolutions