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Bringing Hospital-Level Care into South Shore Homes
Last March, just as the pandemic was ramping up in Massachusetts, Louisa dialed 9-1-1. Her husband Michael was suffering from an acute infection and needed urgent medical attention.
BlogHow to Cope with Mom Guilt
Motherhood can be tough, but many moms feel like they have to hide that fact. A South Shore Health midwife talks about mom guilt and how to cope with these feelings throughout pregnancy–and beyond.
BlogColin O'Donnell: It’s Rewarding to Help People Recover the Way They Want – at Home
November is National Home Care Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the dedicated, nurses, therapists and social workers who provide skilled, compassionate care to patients in their homes. At South Shore Health, our VNA team works collaboratively to care for patients with chronic illnesses...
BlogSouth Shore Medical Center Celebrates 60 Years of Caring for the Community
At a time when most doctors had solo practices, founding physicians – Frederick Freidman, Donald Garland, Arthur Garceau, Gerald Collins, and Wallace Kemp and Administrator Betty Allen – joined together to create an integrated group practice committed to providing comprehensive quality patient care.
BlogHarry Haigh's Story: One Man’s Dramatic Transformation through Weight-Loss Surgery
Shedding an extra five or ten pounds before swimsuit season is the only weight challenge they face. For many others; however, living with morbid obesity has likely led to an eroded self-esteem, while also putting them at an increased risk of developing a variety of serious health complications.
BlogThe 2013 Boston Marathon: Lessons in Emergency Planning
The way in which health systems and first responders plan for and react to disaster was changed by the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings. Learn more from our team.
BlogSkin Cancer Awareness: Most Common Cancer is Also the Most Preventable
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine light on the disease and the importance of prevention and screening. With more than 5 million cases diagnosed each year, skin cancer is the most prevalent cancer in the U.S. It’s also one of the most preventable.
BlogSouth Shore Medical Center Colleague Celebrates 40 Years
Dorothy “Dottie" Infusino Andrade recently celebrated her 40th year as a colleague at South Shore Medical Center. Learn more about what keeps her motivated and why she loves her work.
BlogFive More Steps to Take to Decrease Your Risk of Falling
Falls are a major threat to the health and independence of older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports 36 million older adults fall each year, with falls often leading to serious injuries and death.
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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