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Women 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?
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.
BlogFive Heart Attack Signs Every Woman Should Know
Many women experience different symptoms than expected when suffering from a heart attack.
BlogUrinary Incontinence in Women: Don't Suffer in Silence
Spending too much time in the ladies' room because of urinary incontinence? It's not something you have to live with. Our expert explains the treatment options.
BlogCT Scans
PET Scan / CT Scan (Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography) is the most advanced medical imaging technique available today. It layers two images; one PET scan which detects changes in cell activity and one CT scan which details fine structures within the body. Together, they make an...
Five Symptoms and Signs That May Signal Brain Tumors
A neurosurgeon with South Shore NeuroSpine shares five symptoms that may indicate a brain tumor in light of TV star Maria Menounos's diagnosis and treatment.
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...
Medical Staff Resources
From the SSH annual dinner dance, Christopher T. Ducko, MD, President of the Medical Staff, Brad Sampson, MD, Immediate Past President, Sarah McSweeney-Ryan, MD, 1st Vice President of the Medical Staff, Former Presidents Michael Ayers, MD and Justin Campbell, MD. For more photos from the annual...
MRI
Our Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) systems depict the inside of the body with incredible clarity. Your physicians can use MRIs to quickly and easily identify areas of treatment, track progress, and detect serious conditions. MRI scans don't involve surgery, radiation, or hospitalization, and have...
Five Things You Should Know About Pregnancy at a Later Age
Studies show there are benefits to waiting until later in life to get pregnant, but there are some key things you should know if you're planning to wait.
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