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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

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Education is Key to Prevent and Treat Type 2 Diabetes

Certified diabetes educators and nutritionists can teach lifestyle changes to help prevent or manage disease.

Education is Key to Prevent and Treat Type 2 Diabetes

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Colleague Spotlight: South Shore Health's Ironman

Dean Haspela, nurse manager on the orthopedics unit at South Shore Hospital competes in the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii.

Colleague Spotlight: South Shore Health's Ironman

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Tips to Limit Added Sugar from Your Child's Diet

Our registered dietitian gives tips on how to limit added sugars from your child's diet.

Tips to Limit Added Sugar from Your Child's Diet

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Shining a Light on Prostate Health

Learn the risk factors and symptoms of prostate-related diseases, as well as the approaches to screening and prevention.

Shining a Light on Prostate Health

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Bill Verrier's Story: It Can Happen in a Heartbeat

One second, Bill Verrier, who works in Engineering Services at South Shore Hospital, was racing to the Hospital’s dining room, to sell M&Ms to support...

Bill Verrier's Story: It Can Happen in a Heartbeat

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Understanding the Healing Benefits of Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation therapists can people with injury or chronic disease gain independence and get back to living their day-to-day life.

Understanding the Healing Benefits of Rehabilitation

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Five Signs That It May Be Time for Joint Replacement

If chronic hip or knee pain is making you miserable, it may be time for a hip or knee replacement.

Five Signs That It May Be Time for Joint Replacement

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Four Simple Steps to Reduce Fall Risks for the Elderly

A fall can cause life-changing injuries especially among the elderly. Steps you can take to minimize the risk of falls.

Four Simple Steps to Reduce Fall Risks for the Elderly

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Tips to Make School Mealtime a Nutritious Success

Straightforward solutions to make school mealtime a nutritious success from a registered dietitian.

Tips to Make School Mealtime a Nutritious Success