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Preventing 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...
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.
BlogJennifer Durant: I Like Fixing Problems and Putting Patients at Ease
Jennifer Durant, RN is an overnight nurse at South Shore VNA. In this profile, she discusses her role and why she finds solving patients’ problems very rewarding.
BlogPoison Ivy Prevention: How You Can Ditch the Itch this Summer
Poison ivy doesn't have to be accepted as part of summer! Learn more about how to spot poison ivy, why it causes itchy rashes, how to treat those rashes, and when to seek medical attention.
BlogNational Preparedness Month: The Key Aspects of a Plan for Your Household
September is National Preparedness Month, a great time to take a fresh look at your household’s emergency plan.
BlogThree Reasons Why Men Should See a Primary Care Provider
South Shore Medical Center's Dr. Ed Nalband shares what men can gain from a chat with a physician.
BlogFive Things to Consider When Choosing an Adult Primary Care Provider
Having a primary care provider is important. A South Shore Medical Center doctor explains what to keep in mind when choosing a PCP.
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.
BlogRehab Patient Shares Remarkable Recovery: 'Every Day We Make Progress'
Raphael Campos is writing his own comeback story. South Shore Health is helping him do it.
BlogColorectal Cancer Awareness: Screening Tests Key to Prevention, Early Detection
March is National Colorectal Cancer Prevention Month, a good time to spread awareness about the disease, which is the third most common cancer for both men and women, and the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. The American Cancer Society (ACS), predicts that more than 153,000...
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