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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

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

Celebrating One Year of Sharing As One

Check which blog topics resonated with our readers and tell us which topics you'd like South Shore Health's experts to discuss in the year ahead.

Celebrating One Year of Sharing As One

Four Reasons Your Child Needs the HPV Vaccine

The HPV vaccine is important to your child’s future health, but fewer than half of all kids receive it. Learn why you should discuss it with your pediatrician.

Four Reasons Your Child Needs the HPV Vaccine

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Sunscreen Tips for Children

Does all the conflicting information about sunscreen have you considering keeping the kids inside? South Shore Medical Center offers some advice for parents.

Sunscreen Tips for Children