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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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Five Questions on Testicular Cancer, Answered

In an effort to spread awareness about testicular cancer and the importance of testing for young men, radiation oncologist Peter F. Orio, III, DO, MS answers five common questions about prevention, screening and treatment.

Five Questions on Testicular Cancer, Answered

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Insect Stings and Allergic Reactions: What You Need to Know

For most people, insect stings are painful, but harmless. However, others may have life-threatening allergic reactions after a sting. Learn how to spot an allergic reaction and why you should dial 9-1-1 at the first sign of anaphylaxis.

Insect Stings and Allergic Reactions: What You Need to Know

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kimberly LeBlanc, RN!

Thanks to her forward-thinking nature and attention to detail, Kimberly was able to identify inefficiencies in how South Shore Medical Center used pulse oximeters and the related accessories.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kimberly LeBlanc, RN!

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Sharing Is Caring: A Century of Fond Memories and Patient Experiences at South Shore Hospital

As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of South Shore Hospital, patients shared fond memories of their experiences at the Hospital over the years.

Sharing Is Caring: A Century of Fond Memories and Patient Experiences at South Shore Hospital

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Stop the Bleed: How Proper Training Can Help You Save a Life

Uncontrolled bleeding is the number-one cause of preventable death from trauma. This makes training to stop uncontrolled bleeding an essential public health tool, right up there with CPR and access to defibrillators.

Stop the Bleed: How Proper Training Can Help You Save a Life

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Alisha Cardoso and Ana Colson!

We're pleased to celebrate Alisha Cardoso and Ana Colson, the recipients of this month's Colleague Spotlight Award! Both were nominated after providing extra special care to a child who needed to have blood drawn.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Alisha Cardoso and Ana Colson!

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Sporting the Right Shoes: Three Tips to Keep You On Top of Your Game

While it might be tempting (particularly for parents of young kids) to just throw on last season’s footwear and call it a day, it’s important to make sure that any athletic footwear fits properly.

Sporting the Right Shoes: Three Tips to Keep You On Top of Your Game

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Waitlists, Skip the Line, and More: Four Exciting South Shore MyChart Enhancements

South Shore MyChart has long been a convenient tool for patients, but recent enhancements have made it even more useful!

Waitlists, Skip the Line, and More: Four Exciting South Shore MyChart Enhancements

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Teen Substance Use and Risks: Establishing Healthy Behaviors Early

Adolescence – sometimes just seeing or hearing this word makes people cringe, as it brings back memories of awkward or difficult years gone by...

Teen Substance Use and Risks: Establishing Healthy Behaviors Early