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South Shore Health Blog

Health and wellness information from our experts

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Featured Article

Six Things to Know About Breast Cancer Care

Ko Un Clara Park, MD, a breast surgical oncologist at the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health answers questions about risk factors, symptoms and the advancements in detection and treatment changing the course of breast cancer care.

Six Things to Know About Breast Cancer Care

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COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy is Safe and Recommended

Two years into the pandemic, the COVID-19 vaccine is strongly recommended for pregnant people by numerous professional medical organizations and yet...

COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy is Safe and Recommended

Lisa Lennon, RN of South Shore Hospital poses for a photo with her Colleague Spotlight Award.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Lisa Lennon, RN

This month's recipient of the South Shore Health Colleague Spotlight Award is Lisa Lennon, RN!

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Lisa Lennon, RN

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Powdered Infant Formula Recall: What You Need to Know

On February 17, Abbott Nutrition announced a voluntary recall of certain powdered infant formula products. Brands impacted include Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare.

Powdered Infant Formula Recall: What You Need to Know

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Organ Donation: Sign Up to Save Lives

Organ transplants have played a role in saving the lives of thousands of individuals, many of whom would not have survived their injuries or illnesses just a generation before.

Organ Donation: Sign Up to Save Lives

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It Takes a Village to Raise the "Smile Factor"

Doug Bowen has been delighting Hamilton Elementary School students and staff with his winter wonderland village since 2007, and for the past four years has been sharing it with the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center in clinical affiliation with South Shore Health.

It Takes a Village to Raise the "Smile Factor"

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South Shore Health: Giving Back Together Through Third-Party Fundraising

We need your help! Host a third-party fundraiser to benefit any of the various service lines or programs at South Shore Health.

South Shore Health: Giving Back Together Through Third-Party Fundraising

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What to Know about At-Home Testing for COVID-19

At-home COVID-19 tests can offer additional peace before or after travel, when visiting an immunocompromised loved one, or after a potential exposure.

What to Know about At-Home Testing for COVID-19

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Game-Day Snacks Made Healthy (Recipe Included!)

Game-day snacks ruining your nutritional game-plan? Our nutritionists offer healthier menu options that will please a crowd. Visit out blog for the playbook!

Game-Day Snacks Made Healthy (Recipe Included!)

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Managing Diabetes: What You Can Do to Stay in Control of Your Health

South Shore Medical Center’s diabetes specialists in endocrinology, diabetes education, nutrition, and podiatry, along with your primary care provider, work together to create a care plan and explain how medications, dietary guidelines, and self-management practices can help you manage the disease and stay in control of your health.

Managing Diabetes: What You Can Do to Stay in Control of Your Health