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WOMEN'S CARELactation services at Telfair BirthPlace expand to...
Oct 26, 2017
More nurses at the Telfair BirthPlace have been certified to support and educate moms who want to breastfeed. Additionally, we offer services such as breastfeeding and preparedness classes, outpatient... Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CARE, NUTRITIONCan I eat fish while I’m pregnant? A nutritionist ...
Oct 24, 2017
Should pregnant women eat seafood? The answer is not a definitive no. However, seafood consumption should be monitored based on quantity and especially mercury levels. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSHow CyberKnife® technology is helping patients wit...
Oct 19, 2017
CyberKnife® technology is making strides in improving the quality of life in patients with non-cancerous conditions. Agnes Anderson tells her story of how one CyberKnife® treatment eliminated her debi... Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CARE, CANCERLymphedema and breast cancer: How occupational the...
Oct 17, 2017
Lymphedema is a potential side effect of breast cancer surgery and radiation treatment that can occur within a few months to dozens of years later. Occupational therapists in our Lymphedema Management... Continue Reading -
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CANCERFive things men should know about a prostate exam
Oct 10, 2017
Getting men to talk about certain medical issues is like pulling teeth for some. But no matter how uncomfortable the topic may be, it could be the difference between life and death. This includes the ... Continue Reading -
CANCERShould I have my genes tested if my mother or gran...
Oct 5, 2017
We inherit a lot of traits from our parents – eye color, hair color, height, facial features. We also could be inheriting a greater risk of getting certain diseases, including cancer. Genetic counseli... Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSIs your job stressing your body out?
Sep 28, 2017
To determine if you are performing certain tasks correctly at work, an ergonomics evaluation can provide the answer and help prevent work place injuries. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSIs texting ruining our hands and wrists?
Sep 7, 2017
More than three million cases of carpal tunnel syndrome are diagnosed each year in the United States. Is technology to blame? Orthopedic surgeon Dr. Greg Kolovich shares his insight. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhy can’t I wear nail polish during surgery?
Aug 24, 2017
St. Joseph’s/Candler has guidelines in place for surgery patients for their protection, including not wearing nail polish or jewelry during your procedure. Here are seven guidelines you should be awar... Continue Reading