SSM Health Matters Blog

Start the new school year off right! Start the new school year off right!

Hear what the SLUCare pediatric experts recommend to promote better childhood and adolescent health and well-being. 

 10 ER superstitions for a full moon Friday the 13th 10 ER superstitions for a full moon Friday the 13th

With the first full harvest moon in 19 years arriving today, we started thinking about superstitions. Even our emergency room caregivers aren’t immune to superstitions.

HPV Vaccine: Recommended for boys, girls, men and women HPV Vaccine: Recommended for boys, girls, men and women

To learn more about HPV and get vaccinated, schedule an appointment with your SSM Health provider today.

Take care of yourself to take care of those you love Take care of yourself to take care of those you love

Be truly present for those around you by taking these tips to recharge, refresh and rest.

Beyond awareness: Self-exams and mammograms Beyond awareness: Self-exams and mammograms

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, consider getting a mammogram.

Our compassionate example Our compassionate example

We are called to lead by example, upholding our values of respect, compassion and community. As racial tension, civil unrest, gun violence and more continue across our nation, SSM Health is committed to nonviolence, diversity and inclusion, and encourage others to embrace the same.