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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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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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Compassion and Empathy are Providers’ Superpowers

When he came to visit his critically ill friend and colleague in the hospital, Dr. Allen Smith had three wishes for Michael Hession, MD. First was that he would survive; second, he would write a book about his near-death experience and recovery; and third, he would share his inspirational story with other healthcare providers. All three wishes came true

Compassion and Empathy are Providers’ Superpowers

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Thank You to Our 2024 Donors

Thank you to our donors for supporting South Shore Heath this year. Together, we've delivered safe, quality, and connected care for our community, and...

Thank You to Our 2024 Donors

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How Bedside Shift Reporting Enhances Patient Safety and Care

Bedside shift reporting has transformed the way nurses transfer patient care at the start of each shift. Nurse Manager Donna Terry explains how this new standard of care has enhanced safety and the patient experience at South Shore Hospital.

How Bedside Shift Reporting Enhances Patient Safety and Care

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A Message from Our Colleagues About the Moonlight and Miracles Gala

We are thrilled to announce that the 22nd annual Moonlight & Miracles Gala will again benefit South Shore Health's emergency services. This includes...

A Message from Our Colleagues About the Moonlight and Miracles Gala

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Five Questions About Home Care, Answered

Home health care offers everything from medical care to additional social support to help with daily tasks. Learn more about the options offered at South Shore Health.

Five Questions About Home Care, Answered

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

10 Ways to Identify and Alleviate Stress Featured

Infographic: Caregiver Stress

In this infographic, learn the specific signs of caregiver stress and how to cope with that strain when caring for a loved one.

Infographic: Caregiver Stress

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Three Common Myths about Grief

Unfortunately, all of us will grieve the loss of a loved one at some point in our lives. Despite the fact that loss is a universal experience, grief...

Three Common Myths about Grief