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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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Skin Cancer Awareness: Most Common Cancer is Also the Most Preventable

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to shine light on the disease and the importance of prevention and screening. With more than 5 million cases diagnosed each year, skin cancer is the most prevalent cancer in the U.S. It’s also one of the most preventable.

Skin Cancer Awareness: Most Common Cancer is Also the Most Preventable

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Quick, Convenient and Affordable – Health Express Urgent Care has You Covered

May is National Urgent Care Awareness Month, a time to recognize healthcare’s fastest growing segment and the significant role that urgent care...

Quick, Convenient and Affordable – Health Express Urgent Care has You Covered

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Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

Spring is here and the budding plants, trees and flowers will soon be in full bloom. So too will the seasonal allergies that affect an estimated 81 million Americans. But there are things you can do to alleviate the sneezing, coughing, congestion and itchy eyes. Allergy specialists recommend the following tips to suppress seasonal allergies.

Six Ways to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies

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Testicular Cancer Awareness: Self-Exams Key for Early Detection, Better Outcomes

While it is less common than other cancers, testicular cancer still affects 1 of every 250 men during their lifetime. The American Cancer Society estimates 9,720 new testicular cancer cases will be diagnosed this year and about 600 people will die from the disease.

Testicular Cancer Awareness: Self-Exams Key for Early Detection, Better Outcomes

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Community Exercise Classes Keep Participants Motivated and Moving

South Shore Health's Community Exercise classes have helped Sue Cullinan and Peter Umile stay active, build strength, improve stamina and boost their energy levels. But the physical gains aren't' the only benefit. The camaraderie and friendships they've formed, motivate them to keep moving.

Community Exercise Classes Keep Participants Motivated and Moving

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Six Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer

While colorectal cancer rates have dropped in recent decades due to increased screening and better awareness about lifestyle-related risk factors, that downward trend has generally been seen in older adults. In people under age 55, colorectal cancer rates have been on the rise since the mid-2000s, increasing by 1% annually.

Six Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer

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Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

Nominated by the South Shore Health Foundation, the visionary entrepreneur and community-minded philanthropist is recognized for his unwavering...

Alan McKim, Founder of Clean Harbors, Honored with NEAHP’s Distinguished Service to Philanthropy Award

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HPV Awareness – Here's Why Vaccinating Kids is So Important

HPV Awareness Day is March 4 and South Shore Medical Center’s pediatric providers want to remind parents about the importance of getting their children vaccinated against the Human Papillomavirus – starting at age 9.

HPV Awareness – Here's Why Vaccinating Kids is So Important

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Finding a Path Forward to Wellness – Cardiac Rehab Patient Shares His Journey

Eight months after being diagnosed with congestive heart failure, Sean Kiley is sharing his remarkable recovery story and giving thanks to South Shore Health's Cardiac Rehab program for putting him on the path to wellness.

Finding a Path Forward to Wellness – Cardiac Rehab Patient Shares His Journey