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Tick Talk: Six Things to Know About Lyme Disease

May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, a good time to educate people about the tick-borne illness that affects as many as 476,000 in the U.S. each year. Todd Ellerin, MD discusses Lyme disease symptoms, treatments and how to prevent tick bites and the illnesses they transmit.

Tick Talk: Six Things to Know About Lyme Disease

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Bone Health for Survivorship

One in two women and one in five men over the age of 65 will suffer at least one bone fracture due to osteoporosis. For cancer patients undergoing certain treatments, that risk increases. Learn about your risk factors for osteoporosis and what you can do to keep your bones healthy.

Bone Health for Survivorship

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Signs You May Be Suffering From Frozen Shoulder

Frozen shoulder affects approximately two percent of the population. Learn the symptoms and treatment options from the experts at South Shore Orthopedics.

Signs You May Be Suffering From Frozen Shoulder

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Medical Director of Spine Center Answers Common Questions on Back Pain

Have questions about back pain? The Medical Director of South Shore Health's Spine Center answers some common questions she hears from patients.

Medical Director of Spine Center Answers Common Questions on Back Pain

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Dan Durica's Total Hip Replacement

Learn how South Shore Health got Norwell resident Dan Durica on his feet in time for a long-awaited trip to Ireland.

Dan Durica's Total Hip Replacement

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

Three Common Sports Medicine Injuries in Children and Teens

Learn when to take your young athlete off the field and into the doctor's office.

Three Common Sports Medicine Injuries in Children and Teens

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Play it Safe: Four Ways to Prevent Facial Injuries

The face of a young athlete can easily be injured if the proper precautions are not used while participating in sports. Learn how to reduce the risk of injury.

Play it Safe: Four Ways to Prevent Facial Injuries

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Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Total Joint Replacement Surgeon

Finding the right hip or knee replacement surgeon is important to long-term success. Learn 5 things you should look for before choosing a surgeon.

Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Total Joint Replacement Surgeon

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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