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How to Beat Extreme Heat and Stay Healthy This Summer

July is the hottest month of the year in Massachusetts. And it's off to a scorching start. Extreme heat and humidity are in the forecast from July 1 through the July 4th holiday, and those weather conditions can be hazardous to your health.

How to Beat Extreme Heat and Stay Healthy This Summer

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The Evolution of Orthopedics and Arthur Bowman, MD

Beloved surgeon retires after more than 50 years at South Shore Health.

The Evolution of Orthopedics and Arthur Bowman, MD

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Four Reasons to Get Your MRI at South Shore Health

If you’ve ever had an injury and needed advanced imaging to diagnose the cause of the pain in your knee, hip, shoulder or elsewhere, you know there is a drawn-out process to follow before you can have that achy joint scanned. South Shore Health is making it easier to get an MRI.

Four Reasons to Get Your MRI at South Shore Health

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Jake O'Brien!

This month, we're proud to celebrate nurse Jake O'Brien as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to his nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Jake O'Brien!

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Motorcycle Safety Tips to Ensure a Safe Ride

Motorcycles account for just 3% of registered vehicles in the United States, but account for 14% of traffic fatalities. As part of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, here are a series of tips for motorcyclists and fellow motorists.

Motorcycle Safety Tips to Ensure a Safe Ride

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Ed's Story: 'South Shore Hospital Absolutely Saved My Life'

Ed Newell was enjoying a mountain biking event in Wompatuck State Park when an accident caused life-threatening spinal cord injuries. Thanks to the care he received at South Shore Hospital, Ed is now on the road to recovery.

Ed's Story: 'South Shore Hospital Absolutely Saved My Life'

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Occupational Therapy in the NICU: ‘We’re Your Developmental Team’

Did you know that our NICU care team features neonatal occupational therapists? Nicole, one of those neonatal OTs, sheds light on their role in a NICU setting.

Occupational Therapy in the NICU: ‘We’re Your Developmental Team’

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'The Cardiac Rehab Team is Incredible – I Can’t Thank Them Enough’

After suffering a heart attack at 44, Vijay Saraf wanted to get back to his active lifestyle, hiking and skiing. South Shore Health's Cardiac Rehabilitation program helped Vijay recover, regain strength and confidence and hit the slopes again.

'The Cardiac Rehab Team is Incredible – I Can’t Thank Them Enough’

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A Certified Hand Therapist’s Top Tips for Safe Gardening

Along with adding a pop of color and beauty to your yard, gardening is a great way to get active and enjoy the spring weather – once the rain stops...

A Certified Hand Therapist’s Top Tips for Safe Gardening

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Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kyla Madden!

This month, we're proud to celebrate Kyla Madden as the recipient of our Colleague Spotlight Award! Learn more about what led to her nomination.

Colleague Spotlight: Celebrating Kyla Madden!