Keeping Up With the Grandkids; Hip Replacement Surgeries Have Been a Game Changer for Hubbard
There were a number of reasons Kathleen Hubbard wanted to have hip replacement surgery and be free of the arthritis pain hindering her daily; starting...
Each month, South Shore Health gives the Colleague Spotlight Award to a colleague who demonstrates exemplary behaviors, actions, and/or work practices...
Hand 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.
Pain-Free and Active Again, Hip Replacement Surgery ‘Has Allowed Me to Do It’
Despite the painful arthritis in his hips, David Payne wasn’t sure he should have hip replacement surgery. “At my age, I was wondering if I should get it done,” the Weymouth resident recalled. “But the doctor (orthopedic surgeon Michael Ayers, MD) recommended it.” And Payne is glad he did.
When the summer temperatures soar, it's important to take precautions to avoid heat-related illness. Learn more about how to identify and treat heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
8 Ways Drivers Can Help Motorcyclists Stay Safe on the Road
When it comes to safety, it’s up to all drivers to share the road: both motorcyclists and other motor vehicle drivers must work together to drive safely and responsibly.
A Farewell Message From Richard Kauff, MD: "Don't Look Down."
As Dr. Kauff retires after nearly four decades of practice as a pediatrician, he bids farewell to his patients and offers a bit of advice for all parents.
Poison Ivy Prevention: How You Can Ditch the Itch this Summer
Poison ivy doesn't have to be accepted as part of summer! Learn more about how to spot poison ivy, why it causes itchy rashes, how to treat those rashes, and when to seek medical attention.
Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Christina Wenzel!
As a Guest Representative in Patient Food Services, Christina goes above and beyond to meet patients' needs and help brighten their days however she can.
Stay Safe: Skip Having Your Own Fourth of July Fireworks this Year
Thinking about creating your own July 4th fireworks display this year? Our head of Emergency Medical Services explains why it's safer to skip the pyrotechnics.