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Abington Teen Takes Cardiovascular Health to Heart
American Heart Association Youth Heart Ambassador Jameson Gagnon Stepping out to Support South Shore Health
BlogDonald Mathison's Story: Heart Attack Rapid Response Saved this South Shore Resident’s Life
Abington resident Donald Mathison experienced a massive heart attack at 57 years old. Fortunately Donald acted quickly and sought treatment at South Shore Hospital, where David Litvak, MD performed balloon angioplasty and stenting opening the blocked coronary artery.
BlogCardiac Rehab Patient Shares Lessons Close to His Heart
A cardiac stress test found an arterial blockage before it caused a serious cardiac event for Sanjay Padhi. Sanjay shares his story and the lessons he's taken to heart through South Shore Health's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program.
BlogThe Right Diet for a Healthy Heart
Learn more about the diet choices you should make to keep your heart as healthy as possible.
BlogManaging Diabetes Can Help Prevent Health Problems
November is National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness about the chronic condition affecting more than 38 million people in the U.S. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the number of Americans diagnosed with diabetes has more than doubled in the past two decades.
BlogFive Lifestyle Changes That Can Put Prediabetes in Reverse
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 88 million Americans – one in three adults -- have prediabetes. As many as 80% of them don’t realize they have the condition and without intervention, can develop type 2 diabetes within five years.
BlogThe Intimate Link Between Diabetes and Heart Disease
People with diabetes may be at a higher risk for developing heart disease. Learn how the two diseases are related and how you can reduce your risk.
BlogSpaghetti-Squash Spaghetti (recipe)
Celebrate American Heart Month with this tasty Italian “pasta” recipe, without the pasta.
BlogRedefining High Blood Pressure
Brendan Merchant, MD, cardiologist at South Shore Hospital, explains the new high blood pressure guidelines set by the American Heart Association.
BlogTips to Limit Added Sugar from Your Child's Diet
Our registered dietitian gives tips on how to limit added sugars from your child's diet.
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