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How to Beat Extreme Heat and Stay Healthy This Summer

July is the hottest month of the year in Massachusetts. And it's off to a scorching start. Extreme heat and humidity are in the forecast from July 1 through the July 4th holiday, and those weather conditions can be hazardous to your health.

How to Beat Extreme Heat and Stay Healthy This Summer

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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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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)

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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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Complex, Challenging, Fulfilling: John’s Role as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

John Photos, CRNA is a certified registered nurse anesthetist at South Shore Hospital. In this profile, he discusses the various duties of a CRNA at a modern hospital, why he chose South Shore Hospital, and more.

Complex, Challenging, Fulfilling: John’s Role as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

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Eight Bite-Sized Changes for Healthier Eating in the New Year

Changing your eating habits can be a great way to boost your overall health — but that doesn't mean you have to make big, drastic changes all at once!

Eight Bite-Sized Changes for Healthier Eating in the New Year

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Barbara Wahlstrom!

This month, we're proud to celebrate Barbara Wahlstrom of The Friends of South Shore Health as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to Barbara's nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Barbara Wahlstrom!

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Coping with Complicated Holiday Emotions

Holiday movies and commercials tell us we should have warm, fuzzy feelings this time of year. But for some, the holidays can bring grief and complicated emotions. Get tips on how to find comfort if you're struggling during the holidays.

Coping with Complicated Holiday Emotions