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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 Things to Consider When Choosing an Adult Primary Care Provider

Having a primary care provider is important. A South Shore Medical Center doctor explains what to keep in mind when choosing a PCP.

Five Things to Consider When Choosing an Adult Primary Care Provider

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This Holiday Season, Focus on Gratitude

Practicing gratitude is free, but it pays huge rewards. The holiday season is a great time to get in the habit of expressing your gratitude. Learn four ways to get started!

This Holiday Season, Focus on Gratitude

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For One Weymouth Veteran, Healing for a 50-Year-Old Wound is Found Close to Home

Richard Lalond was just a teenager when he was wounded in Vietnam. After living with an open wound for more than 50 years, he finally found a solution — right down the street.

For One Weymouth Veteran, Healing for a 50-Year-Old Wound is Found Close to Home

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Diabetic-Friendly Holiday Turkey Recipe

While it can be difficult to avoid indulging in all of the sweet treats and delicious food that seem to be everywhere this time of year, it's important to approach any holiday meal with moderation in mind.

Diabetic-Friendly Holiday Turkey Recipe

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Five Benefits of Nutrition & Diabetes Education in a Group Setting

It can be intimidating at first, but you may find that group education is even better than what you receive in an individual session with your provider. Here's why.

Five Benefits of Nutrition & Diabetes Education in a Group Setting

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Three Ways to Stay Healthy After Daylight Saving Time Ends

Don't let the end of Daylight Saving Time disrupt your health goals. Here's how to keep on track or improve your well-being after we fall back.

Three Ways to Stay Healthy After Daylight Saving Time Ends

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Abington Quilt Guild Donates Blankets to Home Care Patients

The Abington-based Thimbles and Friends Quilt Guild have donated countless quilts that are distributed to patients of South Shore Health’s home care division.

Abington Quilt Guild Donates Blankets to Home Care Patients

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What You Need to Know about Vape-Associated Pulmonary Illness (VAPI)

With a drastic increase in the number of suspected VAPI cases, Massachusetts recently instituted a four-month ban on the sale of vaping products. Learn more about the illness behind the vape ban.

What You Need to Know about Vape-Associated Pulmonary Illness (VAPI)

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Your Loved One Was Diagnosed with Dementia — Now What?

If your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, it’s likely that at some point, you’ve felt a little overwhelmed.

Your Loved One Was Diagnosed with Dementia — Now What?