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Your Questions about Coronavirus, Answered
As confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus continue to mount, concern grows. Director of Infectious Disease Todd Ellerin, MD answers common questions about the virus.
BlogGynecologic Cancer Awareness Month: Understanding Endometrial Cancer
September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about cancers of the female reproductive system, and emphasize the importance of routine screening and early detection.
BlogAnnouncing the 2020 Nurses Week Award Winners
Each year during National Nurses Week, we pause to celebrate our annual Nursing Awards. Check out the 2020 winners!
BlogSouth Shore Health Announces Transformation of Two Pediatric Sensory-Informed Care Rooms Through Support from the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation
Made possible by a nearly $142,000 grant from the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, these modified rooms are calming, controlled spaces aimed at reducing stress, agitation, and anxiety for patients, particularly those who are neurodivergent or on the autism spectrum.
News & MediaWhat You Need to Know About Alpha-gal Syndrome
Also known as alpha-gal allergy or red meat allergy, alpha-gal syndrome is on the rise in Massachusetts, particularly on Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard, where lone star ticks have expanded and become established.
BlogHand Tendon Injuries: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Your hands feature dozens of tendons that help you make a fist, grip objects, and more. Learn more about common tendon injuries and the available treatment options.
BlogUnderstanding Arthritis: Five Things to Know
May is Arthritis Awareness Month, a time to draw attention to the painful joint condition that affects close to 60 million in the U.S. Jesse Reisner, DO, a rheumatologist at South Shore Medical Center, answers questions about arthritis causes, symptoms and treatments.
BlogRadiation Oncology
Radiation oncology—also called radiation therapy—uses high-energy x-rays to destroy cancer cells while sparing the surrounding normal tissue. Radiation therapy is a part of treatment for about two-thirds of patients with cancer. While it may be used alone as treatment, it is often combined with...
Like Father Like Sons: GI Doctors Run in the Rau Family
Medicine has been more than a career for South Shore Hospital gastroenterologist Prakash Rau, MD; it has been a calling. Rau's four sons have seen firsthand how fulfilling their father's field of work has been and they have all followed in his footsteps.
BlogSouth Shore Hospital, Blue Cross pilot aims to reduce total medical expenses
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) and South Shore Health System have launched a first-of-its-kind pilot program to improve patient care, slow the rise of health care costs, and change the way hospitals are paid.
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