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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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What You Need to Know about Lion’s Mane Jellyfish

Lion's mane jellyfish have been spotted at beaches across the South Shore, and their tentacles are capable of delivering painful stings to humans.

What You Need to Know about Lion’s Mane Jellyfish

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Three Things to Know About Sports Physicals

Even though the kids have barely made it to summer camp, parents across the South Shore are starting to think about back-to-school preparations....

Three Things to Know About Sports Physicals

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How to Choose a Sunscreen

Overwhelmed by the options in the sunscreen aisle? Learn how to choose the right sunblock and stay safe in the sun.

How to Choose a Sunscreen

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South Shore Nurse Gives the Gift of Life with Kidney Donation

When South Shore Health Express nurse Maddie Gomes learned she could donate a kidney to one of the 100,000 people in the United States are awaiting a donor kidney, she jumped at the chance. Read her story and learn more about kidney donation.

South Shore Nurse Gives the Gift of Life with Kidney Donation

Urgent Care an important option in flu season

Expert Care for Minor Injuries and Illnesses

South Shore Health's Urgent Care Centers allow you to see a doctor without an appointment for injuries and minor illnesses, including the flu. Urgent...

Expert Care for Minor Injuries and Illnesses