SSM Health Matters Blog

A Year of Kindness: Be Kind to a Senior Citizen A Year of Kindness: Be Kind to a Senior Citizen

In the US, approximately 14.7 million older adults live alone – often going days or weeks without social interaction. Seeking out and engaging older adults is one of the easiest ways to make them feel seen, heard, and loved.

Fall COVID-19 vaccines on the way Fall COVID-19 vaccines on the way

SSM Health infectious disease expert Dr. Shephali Wulff answers questions about the updated vaccine.

From canvas to connection: Building relationships through art From canvas to connection: Building relationships through art

Integrating art into therapy enhances connection and opens new avenues to growth, self-discovery, and expression.

Back-to-school tips for empowering neurodivergent students Back-to-school tips for empowering neurodivergent students

Prepare your neurodivergent student for another year of learning and growth

Mental health misconceptions Mental health misconceptions

Like common health disorders, mental health disorders can be improved with proper care and treatment.

Vaccines are safe, effective, and essential Vaccines are safe, effective, and essential

Vaccines are one of the most effective public health interventions in history, saving countless lives and preventing the spread of dangerous diseases.