Wave-patterned navy blue background

South Shore Health Blog

Health and wellness information from our experts

A female provider holding a chart at a desk with a middle aged female patient
Featured Article

Managing Menopause: Treatments for Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Brain Fog and More

Menopause is having a moment. From Amy Schumer’s funny TV ad for Midi Health, to Drew Barrymore discussing having hot flashes mid-interview, menopause talk has become mainstream. And that’s something Ingrid Kotch, MD is happy about.

Managing Menopause: Treatments for Hot Flashes, Insomnia, Brain Fog and More

Woman in pain during a workout

How to Handle Common Sports Injuries

Common sports injuries can occur when you are starting a fitness regimen. Kylee Eagles, DO of South Shore Medical Center explains how to get fit safely.

How to Handle Common Sports Injuries

Judy Ansaldi is back to doing what she loves after a knee replacement

Judy Ansaldi's Story: Total Knee Replacement Restores Quality of Life

South Shore resident Judy knew it was time to consider joint replacement, when her aching right knee started affecting her quality of life—even the ability to walk her dog.

Judy Ansaldi's Story: Total Knee Replacement Restores Quality of Life

Healthy foods

How Good Nutrition Plays a Role in Cancer Survivorship

Learn how proper nutrition and physical activity can enhance cancer survivors' long-term health and quality of life following active treatment.

How Good Nutrition Plays a Role in Cancer Survivorship

Mom and Nurse in Early Labor Lounge

What is South Shore Hospital's Early Labor Lounge?

Early labor can be tough. At South Shore Hospital, we have a great resource for moms in early labor, but aren't quite ready to deliver: Our Early Labor Lounge.

What is South Shore Hospital's Early Labor Lounge?

Reese's NICU journey

Reese's NICU Journey

When Reese was born early, her Mom was grateful for her choice to give birth at South Shore Hospital. Watch their incredible story.

Reese's NICU Journey

Joanne and Dave

The Life-Changing Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Nurse's Personal Story

As a cardiac nurse, Joanne Privett cared for thousands of patients. But she faced a new challenge when her husband had a heart attack. Read her family's story.

The Life-Changing Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation: A Nurse's Personal Story

President Circle Members Benefit from Wellness Talks

A New Benefit for Presidents' Circle Members

Russelectric taps the expertise of South Shore Health to help its employees live healthier lives. Learn how your organization can do the same.

A New Benefit for Presidents' Circle Members

Infant safely in her seat

Mastering the Art of Infant Car Seat Safety

It’s estimated that 75 percent of car seats aren’t used or installed correctly. South Shore Health offers tips to ensure your baby is riding safely.

Mastering the Art of Infant Car Seat Safety

South Shore Health Supports Survivors of Early Adulthood Loss

Grievers who are in their 20s and 30s have different experiences than older individuals. Learn why South Shore Health developed a support group just for younger adults.

South Shore Health Supports Survivors of Early Adulthood Loss