Attention Visitors: Restrictions in place at St. Joseph's/Candler due to rise in respiratory illnesses. Learn more here.
Jan 19, 2018
You think it’s the flu and you aren’t sure where to go or what to do to get better. We're here to help.
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Dec 14, 2017
Thanks to vaccine, most kids today don’t have to worry about getting chickenpox. However, because outbreaks can occur and chickenpox are highly contagious, it is important for parents to understand th...
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Dec 5, 2017
Cold viruses are everywhere and are easily spreadable. However, you can reduce your risk of getting a cold this winter by doing three simple things.
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Dec 1, 2017
Cleft lip and palate occur in 1 in 500 to 1,000 births. Thankfully, it's a treatable birth defect that can be corrected with surgery within the first months to a year of life.
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Nov 16, 2017
A new study shows one in five children in the U.S. is obese. It’s concerning to healthcare professionals who are seeing an increase in certain conditions in adolescents.
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Nov 2, 2017
Still on the fence about whether or not to get a flu shot this year? Flu season is here, and if you haven’t gotten the flu vaccine, it’s time to stop making excuses and get it.
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Aug 15, 2017
When it’s hot outside, we all need to take precautions to stay cool and healthy. That’s especially true for people diagnosed with diabetes. Our certified diabetes educator offers six tips to protect y...
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Aug 8, 2017
With hot, humid temperatures, it’s important for athletes and adults who spend a lot of time outdoors to know the signs of dehydration and prevention tips. A member of the SJ/C Sports Medicine program...
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Apr 27, 2017
Talking to a child about a family member's serious illness can be a difficult conversation. Our Howard Hand In Hand children's counselor offers these tips to help your family through a difficult time.
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