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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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Back-to-School Safety Tips for Drivers, Cyclists, and Pedestrians

Back-to-school season is upon us, which means kids across the South Shore will be commuting to school on foot, on bicycles, and by bus. We wanted to share some road safety tips that are applicable year-round but are particularly important during back-to-school season.

Back-to-School Safety Tips for Drivers, Cyclists, and Pedestrians

Elisa of South Shore VNA teaches a class in the new VNA sim lab

Funded by The Friends of South Shore Health, VNA Sim Lab Helps Caregivers Meet the Growing Needs of Our Community

As they continued to see sicker and more complex patients, South Shore VNA needed a space to hold hands-on trainings for caregivers. The Friends of South Shore Health stepped up to make it happen.

Funded by The Friends of South Shore Health, VNA Sim Lab Helps Caregivers Meet the Growing Needs of Our Community

Kimberly Dever, MD and Kathleen Bruce stand outside the obstetrics emergency department

State’s First Obstetrics Emergency Department Celebrates Five Years of Specialized Care

Opening the state’s first obstetrics emergency department (OB ED) in the early months of a global pandemic could not have been easy. Yet South Shore Health pushed forward with its pioneering plan to create a department dedicated to providing specialized obstetric emergency care, setting it apart from all other Massachusetts health systems.

State’s First Obstetrics Emergency Department Celebrates Five Years of Specialized Care

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Ready, Set, Grow! Seven Tips for Safe Gardening

Ensure that the time spent in your garden is safe and injury-free with these safety tips.

Ready, Set, Grow! Seven Tips for Safe Gardening

Community Exercise Manager Jennifer Logan stands by the mirror in class

Exercise Program Still Going Strong at 25

For 25 years, South Shore Health’s Community Exercise Program has been helping people stay active and healthy through its diverse fitness class offerings.

Exercise Program Still Going Strong at 25

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What's Up Doc! Patients Name SSMC Pediatrics Department Dalmatian Mascot

If you’ve visited South Shore Medical Center's Pediatrics Department in Norwell, you’ve no doubt seen the adorable Dalmatian dog figure keeping watch...

What's Up Doc! Patients Name SSMC Pediatrics Department Dalmatian Mascot

John of Rockland poses for a photo in his living room after an at-home outpatient rehab appointment.

John’s Experience with Home-Based Outpatient Rehabilitation: ‘It’s Been a Godsend for Him’

After tearing his Achilles tendon, John of Rockland knew that physical therapy would help – but he had hesitations about going out for appointments. Home-Based Outpatient Rehabilitation through South Shore VNA ended up being the perfect fit.

John’s Experience with Home-Based Outpatient Rehabilitation: ‘It’s Been a Godsend for Him’

Sue Cullinan poses for a photo by the mirror in the senior strength training class

Community Exercise Classes Keep Participants Motivated and Moving

South Shore Health's Community Exercise classes have helped Sue Cullinan and Peter Umile stay active, build strength, improve stamina and boost their energy levels. But the physical gains aren't' the only benefit. The camaraderie and friendships they've formed, motivate them to keep moving.

Community Exercise Classes Keep Participants Motivated and Moving

A doctor administers an HPV vaccine to a young girl

HPV Awareness – Here's Why Vaccinating Kids is So Important

HPV Awareness Day is March 4 and South Shore Medical Center’s pediatric providers want to remind parents about the importance of getting their children vaccinated against the Human Papillomavirus – starting at age 9.

HPV Awareness – Here's Why Vaccinating Kids is So Important