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Traumatic Brain Injuries in Older Adults: Risks, Consequences, and Prevention
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability, both in the United States and worldwide. People age 75 years old and older are at the greatest risk for TBI.
BlogPerinatal Behavioral Health: Building a Community
Depression, anxiety, and addiction can be isolating, especially for expectant or new mothers. Julie Paul, PMHNP-BC, CNM reflects on her midwifery practice and how it led her to building a community for women on the South Shore.
BlogFalls Prevention: Eight Steps to Take to Avoid Falls
Falls are one of the most common trauma injuries we see at South Shore Hospital, and are extremely dangerous for seniors.
BlogDrowning Prevention for Teens: Seven Layers of Protection
The risk of drowning decreases after age four — but spikes again during the teen years. Learn what you can do to help teach your teen valuable water safety lessons.
BlogPreventing Suicide: Warning Signs, Risks, and Ways We Can All Help
Suicide is the tenth-leading cause of preventable death in the United States. It affects people of all ages, races, ethnicities, and genders. Suicide rates have risen sharply over the last 20 years, increasing 33 percent from 1999 to 2019, when, according to the Centers for Disease Control and...
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.
BlogWhat Do You Need to Know about Joint Replacement?
South Shore Health orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD, answers questions about joint replacement surgery.
BlogDry January: Eight Health Benefits of Going Alcohol Free
Considering giving Dry January a try in 2026? Amara Mulder, MD, highlights the health benefits you'll see by reducing or eliminating alcohol use, for the month or for good.
BlogHow Older Adults Can Manage Their Risk of Falls
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury in older adults. Learn the steps you can take to stay on your feet.
BlogMen's Health: Early Prostate Cancer Detection Leads to Better Outcomes
November is Men's Health Awareness Month, a time to highlight health issues affecting men – including prostate cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, about 299,010 new cases of prostate cancer will be diagnosed this year and 32,250 men will die from the disease. Find out about risk factors, treatments and the screening tests that help catch prostate cancer early when it’s easier to treat.
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