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Managing Menopause: Treatments for Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Brain Fog and More

Menopause is having a moment. From Amy Schumer’s funny TV ad for Midi Health, to Drew Barrymore discussing having hot flashes mid-interview, menopause talk has become mainstream. And that’s something Ingrid Kotch, MD is happy about.

Managing Menopause: Treatments for Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Brain Fog and More

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Five Ways to Spot and Avoid a Fad Diet

Get-thin-quick schemes are everywhere. A dietitian shares how to find a diet that will help you meet your weight loss goals safely.

Five Ways to Spot and Avoid a Fad Diet

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Top Seven Health Blogs of 2017

Check out South Shore Health's most popular blog posts of 2017.

Top Seven Health Blogs of 2017

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4 Tips for Healthy Eating During the Holidays

Avoiding holiday weight gain may sound as impossible as Santa fitting down a chimney. Fortunately there are sensible strategies to help you stay on track.

4 Tips for Healthy Eating During the Holidays

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South Shore Health Awarded Emergency Ambulance Service (EAS) Contract from Town of Weymouth

South Shore Health was awarded the Emergency Ambulance Service (EAS) contract for the Town of Weymouth.

South Shore Health Awarded Emergency Ambulance Service (EAS) Contract from Town of Weymouth

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South Shore Hospital & FoodSquire Partner to Help Families of Newborns

When a newborn comes home, his or her parents may forget to take care of themselves. Luckily, South Shore Hospital and Marshfield-based FoodSquire can help.

South Shore Hospital & FoodSquire Partner to Help Families of Newborns

10 Ways to Identify and Alleviate Stress Featured

Infographic: Caregiver Stress

In this infographic, learn the specific signs of caregiver stress and how to cope with that strain when caring for a loved one.

Infographic: Caregiver Stress

How to Keep Older Drivers Safe

Aging can affect our ability to drive safely. South Shore Health offers tips on how to start a conversation about driving with your older loved ones.

How to Keep Older Drivers Safe

Redefining High Blood Pressure

Brendan Merchant, MD, cardiologist at South Shore Hospital, explains the new high blood pressure guidelines set by the American Heart Association.

Redefining High Blood Pressure

Six Tips for Managing COPD

Medications aren't the only tool for managing COPD. Learn more about the lifestyle changes that can help patients with COPD.

Six Tips for Managing COPD