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NEUROLOGYOutsmart stroke: 10 risk factors to watch for
Aug 8, 2023
Practicing a healthy lifestyle and managing blood pressure and cholesterol levels are big keys to preventing a stroke. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREWhat is peripartum cardiomyopathy?
Aug 3, 2023
St. Joseph’s/Candler OB/GYN Dr. Jerry Lucas explains peripartum cardiomyopathy, a rare, but devastating condition that can occur following pregnancy. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREFive tips to be successful at breastfeeding
Aug 2, 2023
However you choose to feed your baby, you can rest assure our Telfair BirthPlace nurses have your back. For moms that elect to breastfeed, a board-certified lactation consultant offers these tips to h... Continue Reading -
NUTRITION, FITNESSDiet, exercise tips to help you keep a healthy wei...
Aug 2, 2023
The key to maintaining a healthy weight: Balance the calories you eat with physical activity. But that’s easier said than done for a lot of people. Here are some diet and exercise tips. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTH, WOMEN'S CAREWhat is venous insufficiency?
Jul 27, 2023
Also known as venous reflux, St. Joseph's/Candler Vascular Surgeon Dr. Peter Hunt explains venous insufficiency, a very common condition, and how to treat it. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREPregnant this summer? Here are 10 tips to stay hyd...
Jul 25, 2023
Savannah OB/GYN Dr. Ashley Hunsuck discusses how to keep your body temperature regulated and stay hydrated. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhat is ECMO therapy?
Jul 20, 2023
ECMO therapy is a treatment option that can give very sick patients a chance at survival. Clinical Nurse Educator Tanya Coggins explains this therapy offered in our CCU and CVICU units at St. Joseph's... Continue Reading -
NUTRITIONMeat as a Side Dish: Plant-based protein substitut...
Jul 13, 2023
It’s a question vegetarians and vegans hear all too often: But how do you get protein? A lot of ways actually. Our dietitians provide some protein-packed examples. Continue Reading -
NUTRITIONMeat as a Side Dish: Evidence-based research shows...
Jul 11, 2023
St. Joseph’s/Candler is launching a multi-part series examining the health benefits of reducing the amount of animal food sources you consume in your diet. Continue Reading