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Holiday Help: Communication Strategies for Individuals with Hearing Loss, Dementia, and More
This holiday season, you may be preparing to host or take part in gatherings with family and friends. Have you thought about the communication needs of the loved ones you’ll be seeing? As a speech-language pathologist, I often watch the communication interactions that happen around this time of the...
BlogWater and Swimming Safety: Tips to Prevent Drowning
On average, there are ten fatal drownings per day in the United States. Drownings happen in seconds and are often silent. Drowning is a leading cause of death in children, particularly between the ages of 1 and 9 years old. It’s also a leading cause of death in adolescents, who are more likely to overestimate their skills and underestimate a dangerous situation.
BlogThe Evolution of Orthopedics and Arthur Bowman, MD
Beloved surgeon retires after more than 50 years at South Shore Health.
BlogOne Man’s Perseverance through an Unforeseen Cancer Diagnosis
At 33 years young, Kevin Smith never expected to hear the words “you have cancer.” In fact, his healthy lifestyle and zest for outdoor adventure painted an entirely different picture—one of health and wellness.
BlogLen and Laura's Pan-Mass Challenge Story: A Family Affair
The Bicknell and Bicknell-Carbone families have been riding in the Pan-Mass Challenge for nearly four decades! In that time, they've raised tens of thousands of dollars for local cancer care programs.
BlogCommon Pickleball Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Pickleball continues to increase in popularity – but an increase in pickleball players means an increase in pickleball injuries! Peggy discusses common pickleball injuries she sees as a certified hand therapist at South Shore Health.
BlogCommunity Exercise Classes Keep Participants Motivated and Moving
South Shore Health's Community Exercise classes have helped Sue Cullinan and Peter Umile stay active, build strength, improve stamina and boost their energy levels. But the physical gains aren't' the only benefit. The camaraderie and friendships they've formed, motivate them to keep moving.
BlogCelebrating 25 Years of Promoting Healthy Families and Communities Across the South Shore
This year, Youth Health Connection celebrates its 25th year. South Shore Health takes a look back at the inspiration for the project, it's long history, and its bright future.
BlogPain-Free and Active Again, Hip Replacement Surgery ‘Has Allowed Me to Do It’
Despite the painful arthritis in his hips, David Payne wasn’t sure he should have hip replacement surgery. “At my age, I was wondering if I should get it done,” the Weymouth resident recalled. “But the doctor (orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD) recommended it.” And Payne is glad he did.
BlogWomen and Heart Disease (Infographic)
Heart disease is the single leading cause of death for women in the US, claiming the lives of more women than all forms of cancer combined. Are you at risk?
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