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South Shore Health Blog

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

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The Intimate Link Between Diabetes and Heart Disease

People with diabetes may be at a higher risk for developing heart disease. Learn how the two diseases are related and how you can reduce your risk.

The Intimate Link Between Diabetes and Heart Disease

Learn about the Center for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at South Shore Hospital

Six Questions You Were Afraid to Ask about Weight Loss Surgery

Your weight loss surgery questions, answered by the Medical Director of the South Shore Hospital Center for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Six Questions You Were Afraid to Ask about Weight Loss Surgery

Six Steps to Help Balance Your Cholesterol Levels

Can't remember which cholesterol is good and which is bad? You're not alone. Learn the basics of lipids and six steps you can take to improve your health.

Six Steps to Help Balance Your Cholesterol Levels

Three Common Sports Medicine Injuries in Children and Teens

Learn when to take your young athlete off the field and into the doctor's office.

Three Common Sports Medicine Injuries in Children and Teens

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New Chemotherapy Orientation Class Offers Peace of Mind

This class at the Dana-Farber/Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health is first class of its kind in Massachusetts.

New Chemotherapy Orientation Class Offers Peace of Mind

Three Benefits Seniors Experience When Exercising to Music

It doesn't only make exercise more fun--music helps older adults stay healthy. Learn more on the South Shore Health blog.

Three Benefits Seniors Experience When Exercising to Music

10 Things to Do to Prepare for Baby

The Women's Center of South Shore Medical Center offers 10 steps to take during the second half of pregnancy to ensure the best possible childbirth experience.

10 Things to Do to Prepare for Baby

Vaccinations Are So Important

Why Vaccinations Are So Important to Your Family's Health

South Shore Medical Center does not allow patients who have not received vaccinations to receive care at its facilities. Dr. Jeremy Warhaftig explains why.

Why Vaccinations Are So Important to Your Family's Health

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Five Reasons Why Well-Child Visits Are So Important

Tempted to skip your child's well visit? The team at South Shore Medical Center explains why you should keep them on the calendar.

Five Reasons Why Well-Child Visits Are So Important