From backyard barbecues, beach days and pool parties, to biking, boating, swimming and camping, summer vacation provides plenty of fun activities to keep children busy and entertained. But it’s also important to keep them safe by following these tips.
For 25 years, South Shore Health’s Community Exercise Program has been helping people stay active and healthy through its diverse fitness class offerings.
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a good time to educate people about the tick-borne illness that affects as many as 476,000 in the U.S. each year. Todd Ellerin, MD discusses Lyme disease symptoms, treatments and how to prevent tick bites and the illnesses they transmit.
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.
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.
Spring is here and the budding plants, trees and flowers will soon be in full bloom. So too will the seasonal allergies that affect an estimated 81 million Americans. But there are things you can do to alleviate the sneezing, coughing, congestion and itchy eyes. Allergy specialists recommend the following tips to suppress seasonal allergies.
What's Up Doc! Patients Name SSMC Pediatrics Department Dalmatian Mascot
If you’ve visited South Shore Medical Center's Pediatrics Department in Norwell, you’ve no doubt seen the adorable Dalmatian dog figure keeping watch...
Testicular Cancer Awareness: Self-Exams Key for Early Detection, Better Outcomes
While it is less common than other cancers, testicular cancer still affects 1 of every 250 men during their lifetime. The American Cancer Society estimates 9,720 new testicular cancer cases will be diagnosed this year and about 600 people will die from the disease.
John’s Experience with Home-Based Outpatient Rehabilitation: ‘It’s Been a Godsend for Him’
After tearing his Achilles tendon, John of Rockland knew that physical therapy would help – but he had hesitations about going out for appointments. Home-Based Outpatient Rehabilitation through South Shore VNA ended up being the perfect fit.