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FAMILY HEALTHOn an antibiotic? Be sure to finish the entire pre...
Mar 2, 2022
St. Joseph’s/Candler Primary Care Physician Dr. Russell Lake stresses the importance of always taking medications as prescribed. Continue Reading -
CANCERWhat is radiation treatment planning?
Feb 24, 2022
Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion dosimetrist explains the process of how your radiation therapy starts with a thorough plan before you even begin treatment. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHVIDEO: Early Heart Attack Care and Hands-Only CPR
Feb 22, 2022
St. Joseph's/Candler nurse Betty Brooks explains the risk factors for a heart attack, the classic and not-so-typical signs of a heart attack and what to do if someone is having one. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHWhat to expect on our Coronary Care Unit
Feb 17, 2022
Clinical nurse educator explains what you should know when a loved one is in our CCU/CVICU unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHVIDEO: Pooler resident shares his TAVR experience
Feb 10, 2022
In this video, business owner Dave Legasse shares his "fantastic" experience undergoing TAVR, a minimally-invasive heart procedure to repair damaged aortic valves. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTH, FITNESSExercise your way to a healthy heart
Feb 3, 2022
Physical activity is known to benefit your heart in many ways. Here are eight of them, as well as some suggestions on how to get moving. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHDoes our weight affect our heart?
Feb 2, 2022
Let Heart Health Awareness Month be a good time to evaluate your diet and exercise lifestyle to improve your heart's health. Continue Reading -
FAMILY HEALTHWhy should I or my parents see a geriatric doctor?
Jan 27, 2022
Board-certified in geriatric medicine, St. Joseph’s/Candler Primary Care Physician Dr. Andrew Mrugala explains taking care of those 65 and older. Continue Reading -
FITNESSSeven tips for exercising in cold weather
Jan 26, 2022
Whatever your exercise goal is, don’t let cold weather be an excuse to not walk the neighborhood or go to the gym on a chilly morning. Continue Reading