SSM Health Matters Blog

Help in time of need Help in time of need

Alone and facing a hysterectomy, a woman finds caregivers more than willing to make sure she feels supported.

Groundbreaking transplant brings new hope to families Groundbreaking transplant brings new hope to families

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital procedure may eliminate a childhood of open-heart surgery for 2-year-old patient.

Paddling with a purpose Paddling with a purpose

In a prelude to the 2028 Olympics, SSM Health medical team works with athletes at Canoe Slalom World Championships.

Pickleball’s hidden risk: Eye injuries on the rise Pickleball’s hidden risk: Eye injuries on the rise

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, drawing players of all ages with its social nature and easy learning curve.

Scrolling for support Scrolling for support

Therapy apps and online mental health tools want us to believe better mental health is just a tap away, but is the reality more complex than a simple download?

The latest on the ‘lettuce’ sicknesses The latest on the ‘lettuce’ sicknesses

Community members are hearing more about Cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora, as cases continue to rise in the United States.