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A Legacy of Compassion: Christine Kennefick’s Gift to Our Cancer Center Patients

For Christine Kennefick of Quincy, Massachusetts, cancer was not a short chapter; it was a 14-year journey marked by resilience, deep relationships...

A Legacy of Compassion: Christine Kennefick’s Gift to Our Cancer Center Patients

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

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The Benefits of Cord Blood Banking and the Pros and Cons of Public and Private Banks

There is medical value of the stem cells in a baby's umbilical cord blood. Learn the options available to parents and pros and cons of banking these cells.

The Benefits of Cord Blood Banking and the Pros and Cons of Public and Private Banks

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How to Help Someone Who Is Overdosing

Overdoses are a tragic but common occurrence. Here are some dos and don’ts for untrained bystanders who suspect someone may be experiencing an overdose.

How to Help Someone Who Is Overdosing

The Smith Family: A Special Life, A Peaceful End

As a terminal disease spread, Roy made it clear that he wanted to be at home when he passed away. The Smith family turned to Hospice of the South Shore for help.

The Smith Family: A Special Life, A Peaceful End