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A great message from Dr. Warhaftig!
The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to children 5 and older!
Dr. Jeremy Warhaftig of @southshorehosp explains why getting our children vaccinated is so essential. #TrusttheFacts
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South Shore Hospital is experiencing high patient volume this morning. Similar volume challenges are being seen by other care facilities in the region.
In order to ensure that all patients get the care they need as efficiently as possible, it's important to know where to go!
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Join South Shore Health and the Weymouth Health Department for an informative, interactive falls prevention symposium Wednesday, Nov. 17 from 2-4 p.m. at the Tufts Library.
Learn more and register: hubs.ly/H0-JShS0
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Addiction stigma pervades medicine, policy & communities. In @AAMCToday, NIDA Director Dr. Nora Volkow writes about her personal experience with stigma & the need for a large-scale social intervention to change public attitudes toward addiction. Read more: loom.ly/e8dMRnQ
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.@CDCgov's 4 new campaigns address ways to prevent and reduce drug overdose deaths.
Learn more about the dangers of fentanyl, the risks of mixing drugs, how naloxone can save lives, and reducing stigma toward drug use & recovery at cdc.gov/stopoverdose
ALT Stop Overdose
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"Mind over matter" is a phrase often used to describe the power of our thoughts when facing a challenge.
But can what we think and believe affect physical change in our bodies? Learn more at this virtual event, The Power of Belief in Healing.
Register: hubs.ly/H0Z8bSK0
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You Never Run Out of Options if You Have Hope. plymouthcountyoutreach.org/y…
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Methamphetamine-involved overdose deaths nearly tripled between 2015 to 2019, NIH study finds drugabuse.gov/news-events/ne…
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The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued an unprecedented public safety alert about lethal and readily available phony prescription pills that contain fentanyl and meth.
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Children are safer in schools that have universal masking policies, among other layers of protection to guard against #COVID19, according to @Healthline, reporting on new @CDCgov research. Everyone eligible for the vaccine should get one. #VaccinesWork
healthline.com/health-news/s…
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South Shore Hospital continues to experience high patient volume, meaning longer wait times for non-emergent care.
It's important to know where to go — including when it's appropriate to seek care from your primary care provider, a walk-in urgent care center, or at the ED.
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Do you educate teens on the dangers of vaping? #AAFPFMX
FDA developed youth vaping prevention posters for use by various groups, including family physicians. Order or download the posters for free. digitalmedia.hhs.gov/tobacco…
ALT Order or download free posters from the Center for Tobacco Products Exchange Lab.
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#ChildPassengerSafetyWeek starts today! Learn how to keep your child safe on the road: go.usa.gov/xGg8D
#CPS2021
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Suicide is complicated and tragic, but it is often preventable. Knowing the warning signs for suicide and how to get help can help save lives.
Learn about behaviors that may be a sign that someone is thinking about suicide with this infographic: fal.cn/3ilRV. #SPM21
ALT The behaviors listed below may be some of the signs that someone is thinking about suicide. Talking about: Wanting to die Great guilt or shame Being a burden to others Feeling: Empty, hopeless, trapped, or having no reason to live Extremely sad, more anxious, agitated, or full of rage Unbearable emotional or physical pain Changing behavior, such as: Making a plan or researching ways to die Withdrawing from friends, saying good bye, giving away important items, or making a will Taking dangerous risks such as driving extremely fast Displaying extreme mood swings Eating or sleeping more or less Using drugs or alcohol more often If these warning signs apply to you or someone you know, get help as soon as possible, particularly if the behavior is new or has increased recently. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK Crisis Text Line Text “HELLO” to 741741 www.nimh.nih.gov/suicideprevention
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Share this infographic to help teens recognize the signs and symptoms of depression, and recognize when they might need to reach out to a trusted adult for more help. go.usa.gov/xM8Ud. #SPM21
ALT Infographic on teen depression
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Get Your Vitamin Sea Safely ☀🌊 New signs to promote summer safety, 2021-22 Cohasset Youth Ambassador Program registration is now open and Our Safe Home Directory is up! Check out this and more here!- mailchi.mp/2cdf7e3b29e4/get-…
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At this time, South Shore Health is not changing its mask policies for visitors, colleagues, or caregivers. Please continue to wear an appropriate mask when inside any of our practices.
We will provide updates as we receive further guidance. Thank you!
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It's National Prevention Week! View pictures and read about how Cohasset student athletes, Youth Ambassadors & Safe Harbor have participated in this annual event. - mailchi.mp/a8cf96edb091/its-…
