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How to Beat Extreme Heat and Stay Healthy This Summer

July is the hottest month of the year in Massachusetts. And it's off to a scorching start. Extreme heat and humidity are in the forecast from July 1 through the July 4th holiday, and those weather conditions can be hazardous to your health.

How to Beat Extreme Heat and Stay Healthy This Summer

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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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Four Common Sports Injuries – How to Avoid Them and Recover

Spring sports season is here and student athletes are back on tracks, fields, and diamonds preparing for competition. While it’s common to want to...

Four Common Sports Injuries – How to Avoid Them and Recover

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Stay Safe: Skip Having Your Own Fourth of July Fireworks this Year

Thinking about creating your own July 4th fireworks display this year? Our head of Emergency Medical Services explains why it's safer to skip the pyrotechnics.

Stay Safe: Skip Having Your Own Fourth of July Fireworks this Year

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Right Care, Right Place: Know Where to Go

In order to help patients receive the care they need as efficiently as possible, it's important to seek the right level of care at the right place.

Right Care, Right Place: Know Where to Go

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Insect Stings and Allergic Reactions: What You Need to Know

For most people, insect stings are painful, but harmless. However, others may have life-threatening allergic reactions after a sting. Learn how to spot an allergic reaction and why you should dial 9-1-1 at the first sign of anaphylaxis.

Insect Stings and Allergic Reactions: What You Need to Know

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Sharing Is Caring: A Century of Fond Memories and Patient Experiences at South Shore Hospital

As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of South Shore Hospital, patients shared fond memories of their experiences at the Hospital over the years.

Sharing Is Caring: A Century of Fond Memories and Patient Experiences at South Shore Hospital

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Seven Ways to Prevent Snow-Related Injuries

Whether the snow just started falling or it's time to start cleaning up, it's important to take safety precautions in wintry weather!

Seven Ways to Prevent Snow-Related Injuries

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The Importance of Sun Safety for Children

Many of the chronic conditions that affect adults have their onset in the habits that are established in childhood. South Shore Health's Chief of Pediatrics explains how parents can establish sun safety habits in their kids.

The Importance of Sun Safety for Children

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What You Need to Know about Rapid COVID-19 Testing at South Shore Health

Whether you're traveling or heading back to school, finding a rapid result COVID-19 test is difficult. Learn more about where to find a test at South Shore Health.

What You Need to Know about Rapid COVID-19 Testing at South Shore Health