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South Shore Health Blog

Health and wellness information from our experts

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Featured Article

Six Things to Know About Breast Cancer Care

Ko Un Clara Park, MD, a breast surgical oncologist at the Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health answers questions about risk factors, symptoms and the advancements in detection and treatment changing the course of breast cancer care.

Six Things to Know About Breast Cancer Care

Women and Heart Disease Risk Infographic

Emotions and Their Role in Heart Health

Heart health isn’t only about diet and exercise. Antony Sheehan of Aspire Health Alliance explains why the emotional and mental health dimensions of our lives play a huge role in our cardiovascular health.

Emotions and Their Role in Heart Health

Join Team SSHS and help cancer patients on the South Shore

Three Reasons to Support South Shore Health’s Boston Marathon Team

Team SSH will run the 2019 Boston Marathon to support cancer patients and their families on the South Shore. Here are three reasons to support this incredible team!

Three Reasons to Support South Shore Health’s Boston Marathon Team

Alex Kleinschmidt and the colleagues who supported him through an illness

Coming Together, As One, for a Critical Care Colleague

A South Shore Hospital critical care nurse had just started with the organization when an illness had him sidelined. But South Shore Health colleagues came together to support him during a tough time.

Coming Together, As One, for a Critical Care Colleague

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What Is a Hospitalist?

Not sure what a hospitalist's role is on your care team? A South Shore Hospital hospitalist shares a little about the profession and why she loves what she does every day.

What Is a Hospitalist?

Presidents' Circle Spotlight: Ellis Realty Advisors

Ellis Realty Advisors, located in Braintree, is a commercial real estate advisory practice founded by David Ellis, a lifelong South Shore resident...

Presidents' Circle Spotlight: Ellis Realty Advisors

Urgent Care an important option in flu season

Expert Care for Minor Injuries and Illnesses

South Shore Health's Urgent Care Centers allow you to see a doctor without an appointment for injuries and minor illnesses, including the flu. Urgent...

Expert Care for Minor Injuries and Illnesses

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One Woman's Story: Rebuilding Strength After a Heart Attack

Your life is put into perspective when all that’s standing between you and death is the level of precision and collaboration amongst your healthcare...

One Woman's Story: Rebuilding Strength After a Heart Attack

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What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

What should a pregnant woman pack in her all-important hospital bag? A midwife shares her personal and professional tips for expecting parents.

What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag

Poison Control Center Update

Youth Health Connection Hosts Poison Control Center Expert

South Shore Health's Youth Health Connection hosted Cheryl Lang, education coordinator for the Massachusetts & Rhode Island Poison Control Center for an update on the Center's volume and types of calls.

Youth Health Connection Hosts Poison Control Center Expert