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<title>Supermarket Tours</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 22 July 2010 9:20:00 EST</pubDate>
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Join us for a free tour of Hannaford Supermarket in Norwell to learn about the Guiding Stars nutrition program and more.
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<title>New Articles with Tips for a Healthy Summer</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 7 June 2010 11:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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New Articles with Tips for a Healthy Summer are online.
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<title>SSMC Welcomes a New Cardiologist</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 April 2010 15:53:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are pleased to welcome Salvatore N. Lanza, M.D. to our Norwell office.
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<title>Understanding our Bones: Osteoporosis</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 April 2010 14:17:00 EST</pubDate>
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Learn about risk factors, important lifestyle changes to help prevent osteoporosis and treatment options from Dr. Maria Buencamino. 
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<title>Questions about Pediatric Body Mass Index (BMI)?</title>
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<pubDate>Tues, 6 April 2010 13:50:00 EST</pubDate>
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The Shape Your Future team answers common questions about pediatric body mass index.
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<title>New Kinds of Primary Care Providers</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 1 April 2010 10:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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Over the years primary care has evolved and there are now four kinds of primary care providers who work as a team in providing patient care. Learn more about primary care providers.
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<title>Your Support is Welcome!</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 1 April 2010 10:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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South Shore Medical Center is a community that has demonstrated tremendous empathy and generosity in the past. It is now time for us to focus our thoughts and prayers on one of our own. Dr. Nettie Colella, a popular SSMC pediatrician, is currently undergoing extensive treatments to fight cancer. In response to the many employees and patients who have asked how they can show their support, please see the charitable options available. Thank you!
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<title>Esther Kim, Sc.D, R.D., L.D. Joins SSMC Wellness/Disease Management</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 1 April 2010 10:25:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are pleased to welcome Esther Kim to our Norwell Wellness/Disease Management team. Learn more about Esther Kim, Sc.D., R.D., L.D.
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<title>Mara Linscott, M.D. Joins SSMC Internal Medicine</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 9:33:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are pleased to welcome Dr. Linscott to our Kingston Internal Medicine office.
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<title>Maria A. Buencamino, M.D. Joins SSMC Internal Medicine</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 1 Feb 2010 13:50:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are pleased to welcome Dr. Buencamino to our Norwell and Weymouth - Libbey Parkway Internal Medicine offices.
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<title>Pre Diabetes Workshops</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 28 Jan 2010 13:15:00 EST</pubDate>
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The Wellness Team is pleased to announce our upcoming pre diabetes workshops. These workshops are free of charge and open to employees, patients, and the community. The first workshop for the year will be held February 16th from 6:30 - 7:30 pm in the FCR conference room.
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<title>H1N1 Vaccine Flu Schedule Posted - 1/6/10</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 6 Jan 2010 15:46:00 EST</pubDate>
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We have posted a schedule of H1N1 vaccine clinics for patients meeting the specific dosing criteria.
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<title>Seasonal Flu Clinic Update - 1/5/09</title>
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<pubDate>Tues, 5 Jan 2010 10:28:00 EST</pubDate>
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New pediatric flu clinics have been scheduled at our Kingston office.
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<title>H1N1 Vaccine Criteria Update - 12/30/09</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:33:00 EST</pubDate>
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The H1N1 vaccine criteria has been expanded.
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<title>Seasonal Flu Clinic Update - 12/29/09</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:33:00 EST</pubDate>
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New pediatric flu clinics have been scheduled at our Norwell office.
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<title>H1N1 Vaccine Criteria Update - 12/23/09</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Dec 2009 14:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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The H1N1 vaccine criteria has been expanded.
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<title>Seasonal Flu Clinic Update - 12/09/09</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 9 Dec 2009 14:45:00 EST</pubDate>
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We have added dates to our Adult and Pediatric Seasonal Flu Clinics.
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<title>Seasonal Flu Clinic Update - 12/08/09</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 9 Dec 2009 9:12:00 EST</pubDate>
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We have added dates to our Pediatric Seasonal Flu Clinics.
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<title>H1N1 Flu Vaccine Update - 12/08/09</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 9 Dec 2009 9:12:00 EST</pubDate>
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New patient groups are eligible for the H1N1 vaccine.
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<title>Seasonal Flu Clinic Update - 11/24/09</title>
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<pubDate>Tues, 24 Nov 2009 16:58:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are pleased to announce that our Pediatric Seasonal Flu Clinics have resumed for patients ages 3 years through 8 years.
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<title>H1N1 Flu Vaccine Update - 11/18/09</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 9:59:00 EST</pubDate>
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To keep our patients informed about the H1N1 vaccine distribution and shortage, we are posting a letter to SSMC patients from the Department of Public Health on this website.
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<title>H1N1 Vaccine Update</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:40:00 EST</pubDate>
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We continue to receive small shipments of the H1N1 flu vaccine from the Department of Public Health. It is important to understand that there are several manufacturers of this vaccine and administration requirements vary with each manufacturer. As each shipment is received, we are identifying patient groups who meet the specific dosing criteria. Currently, vaccine is being offered to patients as follows: pregnant patients, South Shore Medical Center care providers, high-risk pediatric patients (leukemia, cystic fibrosis, organ transplant, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy), pediatric patients age 6 to 12 months, siblings of pediatric patients less than 6 months and pediatric patients age four years (per dosing guidelines of most recent shipment). As vaccine becomes available, patients in other age or health categories will be notified. We appreciate your patience as we work with limited supplies of seasonal and H1N1 vaccine.</description>
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<title>H1N1 Vaccine Update</title>
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<pubDate>Tues, 10 Nov 2009 17:05:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are receiving small shipments of the H1N1 flu vaccine which continues to be offered to our pregnant patients and to South Shore Medical care providers. We have contacted our high-risk pediatric patients to schedule an appointment for the vaccine. High-risk factors include: leukemia, cystic fibrosis, organ transplant, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy. In addition, we are contacting patients aged 6 months to 1 year to schedule an appointment for the vaccine.</description>
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<title>H1N1 Vaccine Update</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 5 Nov 2009 11:41:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are receiving small shipments of the H1N1 flu vaccine which continues to be offered to our pregnant patients and to South Shore Medical care providers. In addition, we are now contacting our high-risk pediatric patients to schedule an appointment for the vaccine. High-risk factors include: leukemia, cystic fibrosis, organ transplant, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy. When we receive our next shipment, the priority will be patients aged 6 months to 4 years. Thank you for your patience as we work with the limited supply of seasonal and H1N1 vaccine.</description>
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<title>Pediatric Vaccine Clinic Update</title>
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<pubDate>Tues, 3 Nov 2009 17:15:00 EST</pubDate>
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Unfortunately at this time our Pediatric Seasonal Flu Clinics are full.</description>
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<title>Pediatric Vaccine Clinic Update</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:40:00 EST</pubDate>
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We are pleased to announce we have resumed scheduling appointments for our Pediatric Seasonal Flu Clinics for patients through age 8. Patients age 9 and older may be scheduled in the Adult Seasonal Flu Clinics provided by Maxim Health Services at South Shore Medical Center.</description>
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<title>Adult Vaccine Clinic Update</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 29 Oct 2009 13:05:00 EST</pubDate>
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The Adult Flu Clinic schedule has been updated. See the schedule for availability.</description>
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<title>Adult Vaccine Clinic Update</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:21:00 EST</pubDate>
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The Adult Flu Clinic schedule has been updated.</description>
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<title>Pedi Flu Vaccine Clinic Update</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:05:00 EST</pubDate>
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Our pediatric flu clinics are currently full and we will provide availability as we receive more vaccine. Patients 9 and older can be scheduled in the Adult Flu Cinics provided by Maxim Health Services at South Shore Medical Center.</description>
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<title>Additional Pedi Flu Vaccine Clinics in Norwell</title>
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<pubDate>Tues, 20 Oct 2009 11:35:00 EST</pubDate>
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We have scheduled pediatric flu clinics from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Mondays, November 2nd through December 14th.</description>
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<title>H1N1 Flu Vaccine Update</title>
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<pubDate>Tues, 20 Oct 2009 7:55:00 EST</pubDate>
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We have received a small shipment of the H1N1 (swine) flu vaccine and it is being administered to our pregnant patients and to our South Shore Medical care givers. When we receive more vaccine, our next priority will be patients 6 months - 1 year and we will call patients to schedule the vaccination. We are following CDC guidelines for prioritization of vaccine administration.</description>
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<title>*Kingston Pedi Flu Vaccine Clinic Update - 10/16/09*</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 16 Oct 2009 15:40:00 EST</pubDate>
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Patients 0 to 2 years ONLY can be booked in Kingston Pedi Clinics.</description>
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<title>*Flu Vaccine Clinic Schedule Update - 10/15/09*</title>
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<pubDate>Thurs, 15 Oct 2009 15:40:00 EST</pubDate>
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We have resumed booking seasonal flu vaccinations for all our Pediatric patients. Patients 9 and older can be scheduled in the Adult Flu Cinics provided by Maxim Health Services at South Shore Medical Center. We have been informed that the H1N1 (swine) flu vaccine is not yet available and is expected some time in October/November.
Please call our flu clinic hotline at 781-261-4467 or visit our website for updates as they become available.</description>
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<title>SSMC Welcomes Dr. Scott P. Corkins to the Norwell Office</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 5 Oct 2009 15:50:00 EST</pubDate>
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Dr. Corkins has joined the Family Medicine department at the Norwell office.</description>
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<title>2009-2010 Flu Season Information</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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We understand the information you're hearing about seasonal and H1N1 Flu can be very confusing. As this will be a very different fall flu season for all of us, we plan to use our website as means to keep patients informed.</description>
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<title>SSMC Welcomes Dr. Mark Bulman to the Weymouth Libbey Parkway Office</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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Dr. Bulman, an orthopaedic surgeon, has moved his practice to the Libbey Parkway office full-time. </description>
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<title>Our Family Medicine practice has expanded to the Weymouth Office</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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Drs. Nowosielski, Kapoor, Stevens, Padala and Aisling Flanagan-Hickey, NP are now seeing patients at both the Norwell office and at 90 Libbey Parkway in Weymouth.</description>
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<title>Announcing a Pre Diabetes Presentation, Basic Babysitting and Home Alone - Staying Safe Classes</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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Learn more about these classes.</description>
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<title>SSMC Welcomes Three New Physicians!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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We are pleased to welcome Narayana Padala, M.D. and Kirk D. Stevens, M.D. to our family medicine staff and David Chiang, M.D. to our internal medicine staff. All three physicians will see patients at the Weymouth Libbey Parkway office. </description>
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<title>New Hours for Pediatric Appointment Scheduling</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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For your convenience, we have extended the hours you can call to schedule your child’s next appointment.  Please call our main number at 781-878-5200 Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. One of our pediatric secretaries will be happy to assist you. </description>
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