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What Is a Hospitalist?
Not sure what a hospitalist's role is on your care team? A South Shore Hospital hospitalist shares a little about the profession and why she loves what she does every day.
BlogBill Verrier's Story: It Can Happen in a Heartbeat
One second, Bill Verrier, who works in Engineering Services at South Shore Hospital, was racing to the Hospital’s dining room, to sell M&Ms to support his favorite charitable program, the Walk for Hospice. The next, he was laid out on the dining hall floor from a heart attack with a second one on...
BlogPalliative Care Team Supports Patients and Families Navigating Serious Illness
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, a time to raise awareness about this specialized care and to recognize the dedicated caregivers and professionals committed to providing comfort and support to patients with serious, chronic and/or life-limiting illnesses.
BlogAbington Quilt Guild Donates Blankets to Home Care Patients
The Abington-based Thimbles and Friends Quilt Guild have donated countless quilts that are distributed to patients of South Shore Health’s home care division.
BlogDebunking 5 Common Myths About Palliative Care
Palliative care is an often misunderstood healthcare specialty. This blog debunks myths that we would like patients and families to understand.
Blog10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Home Care Provider
Ten important questions to ask agencies during your home care search.
BlogFast-Acting Caregivers Save One of Their Own
Bill Verrier, a South Shore Hospital employee, suffered a heart attack in the hospital cafeteria. Read how his colleagues saved his life in a matter of minutes.
BlogFive Reasons to Become a Friend of South Shore Health
Get the details on one of the most affordable—and fun—ways to support health care in your community. Join the Friends of South Shore Health System today!
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