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Compassion and Empathy are Providers’ Superpowers

When he came to visit his critically ill friend and colleague in the hospital, Dr. Allen Smith had three wishes for Michael Hession, MD. First was that he would survive; second, he would write a book about his near-death experience and recovery; and third, he would share his inspirational story with other healthcare providers. All three wishes came true

Compassion and Empathy are Providers’ Superpowers

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Rare But Life Threatening; We Need to Take EEE Seriously

The first human cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus (EEE) in four years has put the dangerous mosquito-borne illness back in the news. Todd Ellerin, MD, Director of Infectious Disease, explains what makes the virus so deadly and how you can protect yourself from EEE.

Rare But Life Threatening; We Need to Take EEE Seriously

A graphic showing the spike protein of the COVID FLiRT variant

Four Things You Should Know about COVID FLiRT

After five summers with us, COVID-19 has settled in. And it’s become a bit of a FLiRT. Todd Ellerin, MD shares the latest on COVID's new FLiRT variants and what we can expect with the virus heading into fall.

Four Things You Should Know about COVID FLiRT

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Skin 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.

Skin Cancer Awareness: Most Common Cancer is Also the Most Preventable

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Six Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer

While there has been a decline in colorectal cancer death rates in older adults for several decades, in people under age 50, colorectal cancer death rates have been on the rise since the mid-2000s, increasing by 2.4% annually. Mandeep Saund, MD, discusses risk factors, symptoms, treatments and the importance of screening in the prevention and early detection of colorectal cancer.

Six Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer

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Managing Diabetes Can Help Prevent Health Problems

November is National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness about the chronic condition affecting more than 38 million people in the U.S. According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), the number of Americans diagnosed with diabetes has more than doubled in the past two decades.

Managing Diabetes Can Help Prevent Health Problems

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The Evolution of Orthopedics and Arthur Bowman, MD

Beloved surgeon retires after more than 50 years at South Shore Health.

The Evolution of Orthopedics and Arthur Bowman, MD

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Summer Sun Safety: Protect Your Skin from Damaging Ultraviolet Rays

August is Summer Sun Safety Month, a good time to remind us all to take precautions while having fun in the sun! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers these tips to protect your skin.

Summer Sun Safety: Protect Your Skin from Damaging Ultraviolet Rays

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Cervical Cancer Awareness: Regular Screening Key for Early Detection

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine a light on the disease and the importance of regular screening in its prevention. While once the most common cause of cancer death for women, cervical cancer death rates have decreased significantly with greater use of the Pap test, which can find changes in the cervix before cancer develops or detect it early when it is easier to treat.

Cervical Cancer Awareness: Regular Screening Key for Early Detection

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From Humble Beginnings to the Region's Largest Health System: South Shore Hospital Celebrates a Century of Caring

From a 21-bed pre-Civil War mansion to a premier medical facility, the hospital has gone through a remarkable transformation over the past century and is positioned to continue to provide...

From Humble Beginnings to the Region's Largest Health System: South Shore Hospital Celebrates a Century of Caring

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