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MISCELLANEOUSType 1 diabetes shouldn’t hinder youth from playin...
Apr 24, 2019
For those with type 1 diabetes, it’s important to balance insulin doses with the food you eat and the activity you do, whether it’s yard work or playing football. Our certified athletic trainers are e... Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSInpatient rehab helps mother of two walk sooner, g...
Mar 12, 2019
St. Joseph’s/Candler Acute Care Rehabilitation offers inpatient rehab in the areas of physical, occupational and speech therapies in a hospital setting. Read how it helped one mother get back her... Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSSt. Joseph’s/Candler prepares for Ebola, other ser...
Feb 26, 2019
Most healthcare professionals hope they never have to treat a potentially deadly infectious disease, but being prepared for one, such as Ebola, can be lifesaving to the patient and healthcare workers.... Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSWhat is sepsis?
Jan 31, 2019
We know a heart attack and stroke are serious medical emergencies. Although it may not be talked about as much, sepsis is another medical emergency that should be taken seriously. Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSAre you seeing a healthcare provider annually?
Jan 29, 2019
Most people will admit they do not like going to the doctor. Whatever your hesitation may be, visiting a healthcare provider once a year, along with a balanced diet and exercise, can have a positive i... Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSWhat is robot-assisted surgery?
Jan 10, 2019
The da Vinci Surgical System is robot-assisted surgery that is appropriate for a wide array of surgeries from gynecological procedures to cancerous tumor removal to organ removal. Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSAfrican-American Health Information & Resource Cen...
Dec 6, 2018
The AAHIRC opened in 1999 with the purpose of eradicating health disparities and helping the community be healthy. To do so, they looked at the entire person and created a variety of services to carry... Continue Reading -
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MISCELLANEOUSWhat is bronchoscopy?
Nov 8, 2018
If you have a chronic lung condition or a physician suspects or a scan shows lung cancer, there’s a good chance a bronchoscopy is in your future. At St. Joseph’s/Candler, a team of nurses and respirat... Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSGood Samaritan Clinic is a free clinic for those w...
Sep 18, 2018
No health insurance? At the Good Samaritan Clinic that’s exactly what you need to get the healthcare you deserve. Additionally, the bilingual staff makes for a comforting environment for Latino... Continue Reading