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Get Game Ready with a Sports Physical at South Shore Health Urgent Care

If your student athlete needs a sports physical before getting back on the playing field this fall, South Shore Health Urgent Care has you covered.

Get Game Ready with a Sports Physical at South Shore Health Urgent Care

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'The Cardiac Rehab Team is Incredible – I Can’t Thank Them Enough’

After suffering a heart attack at 44, Vijay Saraf wanted to get back to his active lifestyle, hiking and skiing. South Shore Health's Cardiac Rehabilitation program helped Vijay recover, regain strength and confidence and hit the slopes again.

'The Cardiac Rehab Team is Incredible – I Can’t Thank Them Enough’

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A Certified Hand Therapist’s Top Tips for Safe Gardening

Along with adding a pop of color and beauty to your yard, gardening is a great way to get active and enjoy the spring weather – once the rain stops...

A Certified Hand Therapist’s Top Tips for Safe Gardening

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kyla Madden!

This month, we're proud to celebrate Kyla Madden as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to her nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kyla Madden!

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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

Understanding & Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the effects of TBI and educate the public on safety tips that can help prevent TBI.

Understanding & Preventing Traumatic Brain Injury

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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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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Rich Romano!

This month, we're proud to celebrate Plumber Rich Romano as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to his nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Rich Romano!

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It’s OK to be Over COVID – ‘We’re in a Better Place'

Most people have moved on from COVID-19 and that’s okay, even though COVID-19 isn’t over, according to Todd Ellerin, MD, South Shore Health’s Director of Infectious Disease.

It’s OK to be Over COVID – ‘We’re in a Better Place'

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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)