SSM Health Matters Blog

Addressing racial disparities to improve outcomes for kidney transplant patients Addressing racial disparities to improve outcomes for kidney transplant patients

Learn how SSM Health is actively participating in a national study to determine how race plays a role in kidney transplant outcomes

SSM Health neurosurgeons partner with EMS workers, utilize simulator for stroke training  SSM Health neurosurgeons partner with EMS workers, utilize simulator for stroke training

With the help of an endovascular simulator that acts as a virtual patient, the surgeons demonstrated how to break up and remove blood clots in stroke patients

Stop the clot: know your risks during Blood Clot Awareness Month Stop the clot: know your risks during Blood Clot Awareness Month

This month marks an opportune time to learn more about blood clots and the detriments they can cause to one’s health

Health care workers join League of Heroes Health care workers join League of Heroes

The masks may look different, but because of their dedication, perseverance and heart, health care workers at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin belong in the company of superheroes

Receptionist's love of sewing and people still comforts patients after her passing Receptionist's love of sewing and people still comforts patients after her passing

Even well after her passing, Kathy Smith’s generosity and compassion continues to be felt at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital in St. Louis

Science behind kindness and how it's beneficial for your health Science behind kindness and how it's beneficial for your health

Research shows that kindness towards others and yourself can actually improve your heart health and may even add years to your life