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Five Questions on Colorectal Cancer Prevention, Answered
March is National Colorectal Cancer Prevention Month, a good time to spread awareness about the disease and highlight the importance of colorectal cancer screening, prevention and treatment. Robert Driscoll, MD, explains how increased screening, improved treatment and more awareness about lifestyle-related risk factors are reducing the number of colorectal cancer diagnoses and deaths.
BlogWilliam C. Johnston named Executive Vice President, COO
South Shore Health President & CEO Allen L. Smith, MD, MS announced today that William C. Johnston will join the health system’s leadership team in June as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. This announcement concludes a months-long, national search. “We are so excited to welcome...
News & MediaFive Questions on Lung Cancer Prevention, Answered
Because there are often no symptoms in early-stage lung cancer, people who are at high risk – including those who smoke or used to smoke – should be screened for lung cancer. Screening is crucial for early detection, better treatment options and more favorable outcomes for patients.
BlogElective Surgeries, Outpatient Procedures Continuing as Scheduled
As the situation surrounding COVID-19 continues to evolve, South Shore Health is committed to taking all necessary precautions to keep our patients, staff, and community safe. At this time, all elective surgeries and outpatient procedures will continue as scheduled across South Shore Health. This...
News & MediaExercise Program Still Going Strong at 25
For 25 years, South Shore Health’s Community Exercise Program has been helping people stay active and healthy through its diverse fitness class offerings.
BlogNew Educational Program Reduces Stigma Around Substance Use Disorder
South Shore Health nurse champions launched a substance use disorder educational program which includes a model centered around eliminating language and behaviors that stigmatize patients with the disorder.
BlogBraintree-based OOFOS Provides a Little Extra Comfort to ED Staff
South Shore Health leaders and members of the South Shore Hospital’s Emergency Department staff met Monday with Cohasset resident Tim Davis, a member of the Board of Directors at Braintree-based OOFOS, to thank him for his role in the donation of OOFOS shoes to the Emergency Department staff. Tim is...
News & MediaThe Importance of Properly Disposing of Prescription Drugs
October 28 is National Drug Take-Back Day. Find out how proper medication disposal keeps your family safe and locations to drop your prescription drugs.
BlogSouth Shore Health Earns Global Accreditation for Nurse Residency Program
South Shore Health’s Nurse Residency Program has earned Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP) accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This designation - the highest level awarded by the ANCC - recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence in preparing new nurses for successful transition into practice.
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