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Provider Spotlight: Benjamin Hixon, PA-C

South Shore Health Urgent Care provider Benjamin Hixon, PA-C is in our Provider Spotlight! Hixon, who sees patients in South Shore Health Urgent Care's Kingston and Plymouth offices, explains how being part of South Shore Health benefits patients and providers.

Provider Spotlight: Benjamin Hixon, PA-C

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Five Healthy Ways to Boost Your Energy Level in the New Year

Get nutrition advice from our registered dietitians about how to supplement your workouts with smart eating choices this Spring.

Five Healthy Ways to Boost Your Energy Level in the New Year

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Five Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Annual Physical

Five tips to help you get the most out of this important annual appointment with your doctor.

Five Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Annual Physical

Redesigning Vascular Care on the South Shore

Redesigning Vascular Care for South Shore Residents

Our new Chief of Vascular Surgery talks about his plans to make the Health System the choice for vascular care in the region.

Redesigning Vascular Care for South Shore Residents

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Low-Calorie Chocolate Peppermint Holiday Biscotti (recipe)

This recipe, approved by our registered dietitians, is a delicious holiday treat featuring the flavors of winter.

Low-Calorie Chocolate Peppermint Holiday Biscotti (recipe)

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Ten Tips to Child-Proof Your Home for the Holidays

The holidays bring lots of festive decorations, but make sure you read these useful child safety tips to make it a safe and happy holiday season!

Ten Tips to Child-Proof Your Home for the Holidays

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Ten Ways to Identify and Alleviate Caregiver Stress

Caring for a sick or elderly loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Learn how to identify signs of burnout and tips to alleviate stress.

Ten Ways to Identify and Alleviate Caregiver Stress

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Debunking 5 Common Myths About Palliative Care

Palliative care is an often misunderstood healthcare specialty. This blog debunks myths that we would like patients and families to understand.

Debunking 5 Common Myths About Palliative Care

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Lung Cancer Survival Rates Increase with Early Detection and Treatment

Learn why lung cancer is highly treatable when detected early.

Lung Cancer Survival Rates Increase with Early Detection and Treatment

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Recruiting Runners in Support of Cancer Care

Learn why Duxbury resident Anne Marie runs for South Shore Health's Boston Marathon Team.

Recruiting Runners in Support of Cancer Care