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Health and wellness information from our experts

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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

Urinary Incontinence in Women: Don't Suffer in Silence

Spending too much time in the ladies' room because of urinary incontinence? It's not something you have to live with. Our expert explains the treatment options.

Urinary Incontinence in Women: Don't Suffer in Silence

Marijuana is legal, but still poses health risks

Physician Perspective: Potential Public Health Risks of Legal Marijuana

One emergency department doctor shares his perspective on trends he's watching as legal marijuana becomes more prevalent in Massachusetts.

Physician Perspective: Potential Public Health Risks of Legal Marijuana

Halloween Safety Tips for Parents and Kids

This Halloween, make sure to avoid the scares that require a trip to the emergency room. Here's how ghouls and goblins of all ages can stay safe.

Halloween Safety Tips for Parents and Kids

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The Importance of Properly Disposing of Prescription Drugs

October 28 is National Drug Take-Back Day. Find out how proper medication disposal keeps your family safe and locations to drop your prescription drugs.

The Importance of Properly Disposing of Prescription Drugs

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Three Facts about 3D Mammography

Not all mammograms are created equal. Learn more about the benefits of 3D mammography.

Three Facts about 3D Mammography

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Three Common Myths about Grief

Unfortunately, all of us will grieve the loss of a loved one at some point in our lives. Despite the fact that loss is a universal experience, grief...

Three Common Myths about Grief

Debunking Five Common Myths of Midwifery

There are many myths about midwives based on centuries-old images or simple misunderstandings. Learn the truth about some of these common midwifery myths.

Debunking Five Common Myths of Midwifery

How to Safely Introduce Your Child to Peanuts and Eggs

South Shore Medical Center shares what parents of young children need to know about introducing peanuts and eggs to their child's diet.

How to Safely Introduce Your Child to Peanuts and Eggs

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Five Signs Your Child May Need to Visit the Emergency Department

Time to take your child to the Emergency Department, or can it wait for the doctor's office to open? A South Shore Hospital pediatric ED doctor weighs in.

Five Signs Your Child May Need to Visit the Emergency Department