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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 9,810 new testicular cancer cases will be diagnosed this year and about 630 people will die from the disease.

Testicular Cancer Awareness: Self-Exams Key for Early Detection, Better Outcomes

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Understanding the Role of a Hospital International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

For moms who experience challenges with breastfeeding, an international board-certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) can be a vital resource. Hilary and Michelle discuss their roles as IBCLCs at South Shore Hospital.

Understanding the Role of a Hospital International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

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A Leap Day Baby Boom at South Shore Hospital

It may be the rarest day of the year to have a birthday, but don’t tell that to the 13 Leap Day babies born February 29 at South Shore Hospital...

A Leap Day Baby Boom at South Shore Hospital

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Cancer Prevention Month: Eight Tips to Reduce Your Risk

February is National Cancer Prevention Month, a good time to spread awareness about the steps you can take and the changes you can make to lower your...

Cancer Prevention Month: Eight Tips to Reduce Your Risk

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating James Queenan!

This month, we're proud to celebrate Patient Coordinator James Queenan as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to his nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating James Queenan!

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Unique Course Readies New Grandparents for Childcare Role

When it comes to childbirth education, South Shore Health has all the bases covered for expectant parents. Whether preparing for labor and birth, breastfeeding support, or caring for your newborn in the early weeks of life, there are a wide array of courses to help guide first-time moms and dads. Now there’s a class specially designed for grandparents to be.

Unique Course Readies New Grandparents for Childcare Role

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Rehab Patient Shares Remarkable Recovery: 'Every Day We Make Progress'

Raphael Campos is writing his own comeback story. South Shore Health is helping him do it.

Rehab Patient Shares Remarkable Recovery: 'Every Day We Make Progress'

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Caring for Her Community: Taylor Micheroni, MD’s Role as a Physician Anesthesiologist

After completing her residency training, Taylor Micheroni, MD was ready to begin practicing. She found a home on the South Shore and in South Shore Hospital's Anesthesia Department.

Caring for Her Community: Taylor Micheroni, MD’s Role as a Physician Anesthesiologist

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Lisa Hennessey!

This month, we're proud to celebrate Lisa Hennessey of the South Shore Health Center for Wound Healing as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to Lisa's nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Lisa Hennessey!

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Compassion & Collaboration: Sasha’s Role as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

We continue our celebration of CRNA Week 2024 by spotlighting another wonderful member of our team: Sasha Griffith, CRNA! Sasha shares more about her role as a CRNA and how her experience as a pediatric nurse helps in her CRNA role.

Compassion & Collaboration: Sasha’s Role as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)