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South Shore Health Blog

Health and wellness information from our experts

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Featured Article

Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

Spring is here and the budding plants, trees and flowers will soon be in full bloom. So too will the seasonal allergies that affect an estimated 81 million Americans. But there are things you can do to alleviate the sneezing, coughing, congestion and itchy eyes. Allergy specialists recommend the following tips to suppress seasonal allergies.

Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

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

Three Factors that May Increase the Risk of Premature Birth

Learn how our midwives and OB/GYNs work with maternal-fetal medicine specialists work together to ensure the best outcome for babies on the South Shore.

Three Factors that May Increase the Risk of Premature Birth

The Great American Vapeout

You've heard of the Great American Smokeout. This year, learn why we're hoping for a Great American Vapeout.

The Great American Vapeout

Learn About the Connection Between Diabetes and Sleep Apnea

Diabetes and Sleep Apnea: A Dangerous Duo

If you are diabetic and have experienced sleep difficulties, you could have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Learn more about your risk.

Diabetes and Sleep Apnea: A Dangerous Duo

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Five Ways to Maintain a Healthy Weight during the Holidays

Click here for five simple steps you can take to help keep weight gain at bay during the holidays.

Five Ways to Maintain a Healthy Weight during the Holidays

How to Support Children through the Grief Process

Hospice of the South Shore explains how families can support their youngest members when grieving the death of a loved one.

How to Support Children through the Grief Process

Q&A with Dr. Gary Gibbons, Wound Care Expert

The medical director of South Shore Health's Center for Wound Healing answers common questions about caring for chronic wounds.

Q&A with Dr. Gary Gibbons, Wound Care Expert