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What You Need to Know about Vape-Associated Pulmonary Illness (VAPI)
With a drastic increase in the number of suspected VAPI cases, Massachusetts recently instituted a four-month ban on the sale of vaping products. Learn more about the illness behind the vape ban.
BlogHome Care during the COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 presents unique challenges for our home care patients, their families, and our colleagues. Here's what caregivers should know.
BlogVideo: Learn to Recognize Signs of Stroke and Take Action
Nearly 800,000 people a have a stroke. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms and what you should do if you think you or a loved one are having a stroke.
BlogThe Life-Changing Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Nurse's Personal Story
As a cardiac nurse, Joanne Privett cared for thousands of patients. But she faced a new challenge when her husband had a heart attack. Read her family's story.
BlogUnderstanding the Healing Benefits of Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation therapists can people with injury or chronic disease gain independence and get back to living their day-to-day life.
BlogGynecologic Cancer Awareness: Screening and Early Detection Saves Lives
September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine a light on the disease and the importance of routine screening and early detection. Katelyn McGovern Dorney, MD, answers questions about gynecologic cancer screening and prevention.
BlogProper Disposal of Unused or Expired Prescription Drugs Can Save Lives
South Shore Hospital now has a prescription disposal drop box available to the public.
BlogThe Mystery of the Mucus Plug
Toward the end of pregnancy, the mucus plug may make an appearance. Learn more about the mucus plug and what it means for your pregnancy.
BlogDeep Vein Thrombosis: Causes, Symptoms, & Prevention
Blood clots occur naturally in the human body in response to bleeding - but sometimes, clots can form in the wrong place, and the results can be serious. Learn more about DVT and how it's treated.
BlogWhat Patients Should Know about Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots
As the virus that causes COVID-19 continues to evolve, the tools used to keep us safe are evolving too. Learn more about the new bivalent boosters.
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