A primary care provider checking a female patient's heart and lungs

Five Things to Know About Physicals

This once-a-year appointment is part of your healthcare for life, from birth through adulthood. And while a physical for a five year old will look rather different from one for a 75 year old, both appointments have the same goals – healthcare maintenance and prevention.

Five Things to Know About Physicals

A photo of Laureen O'Hara of South Shore Hospital with "Colleague Spotlight" text and colorful shape graphics.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Laureen O'Hara!

Laureen O'Hara of South Shore Hospital is the latest recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn what inspired Laureen's manager to nominate her for recognition.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Laureen O'Hara!

A surgeon consulting with an African-American man

Wondering if Weight Loss Surgery is Right for You? Here are 10 Things to Know

Having bariatric surgery is a big decision, but it can also be a life-changing one. If you struggle to lose weight, despite making changes to your diet and exercise, bariatric surgery may be the right choice for you. For people with obesity and obesity-related medical conditions, bariatric surgery can be an important step toward a healthier life.

Wondering if Weight Loss Surgery is Right for You? Here are 10 Things to Know

Heart shaped platter with healthy foods, running shoes, exercise equipment

Five Healthy Lifestyle Tips to Take to Heart

February is American Heart Month, a time to shine a light on heart disease, the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S.

Five Healthy Lifestyle Tips to Take to Heart

A metal heart pendant on a red ribbon, a cork, an empty class vial, a tag reading "my heart is with you, always," and a printed EKG heartbeat.

A Heartbeat to Hold: "It's that Little Jar of Life."

Seeking to provide a source of comfort to loved ones during a difficult time, the nurses at South Shore Hospital's Critical Care Unit have created a tradition that gives them a heartbeat to take home.

A Heartbeat to Hold: "It's that Little Jar of Life."

Cold weather safety tips from Mass.gov

Staying Safe: Tips for Extreme Cold

During periods of extremely cold weather, including days with dangerously low wind chills, it's important to take precautions to stay safe.

Staying Safe: Tips for Extreme Cold

A physician's order for a Pap smear

Cervical Cancer Awareness: Routine Exams, Regular Screening Key for Prevention

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. The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates about 13,960 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed in 2023 and 4,310 women will die from the disease.

Cervical Cancer Awareness: Routine Exams, Regular Screening Key for Prevention

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Sue Noyes!

Sue Noyes, Manager of Retail and Special Events, is the latest recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Sue manages South Shore Hospital's Gift Shop and Wig Services Program.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Sue Noyes!

Woman works out with weights in a pool class

Water Workouts Doing Wonders for Garrity

She’s only been taking the Aquatic Conditioning class for a few months, but Kathy Garrity says she’s already feeling stronger, more flexible and more energetic.

Water Workouts Doing Wonders for Garrity