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NEUROLOGYWhat to expect in the Neurological Intensive Care ...
Dec 7, 2021
On the second floor of St. Joseph’s Hospital is the most advanced unit dedicated to treating some of our sickest patients, our dedicated Neurological Intensive Care Unit. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHWhat is caffeine’s effect on your heart?
Dec 6, 2021
A South Carolina coroner determined a 16-year-old consumed too much caffeine, leading to a deadly arrhythmia. Should this cause parents to be concerned about their child drinking caffeinated... Continue Reading -
NUTRITIONEight tips for healthy holiday eating
Nov 23, 2021
It’s the most wonderful time of the year with potlucks, parties, pastries and more. Sounds delightful – unless you are trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but it is possible. Continue Reading -
CANCERVideo: Understanding Palliative Care
Nov 11, 2021
November is National Palliative Care month. We thought it would be a great time to explain what palliative care really is and how it's different from hospice care. Continue Reading -
FAMILY HEALTHThree reasons why even young, healthy adults need ...
Nov 9, 2021
Even if you’re young and healthy, there are important benefits to getting the flu vaccine from protecting yourself to protecting others and simply not missing so much work or school. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREFive things to know about uterine fibroids
Nov 4, 2021
St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network OB/GYN Dr. Katherine Bebeau discusses causes, symptoms and treatment of uterine fibroids, a common condition in women. Continue Reading -
NEUROLOGYWhat is the Stroke NET-work?
Nov 2, 2021
St. Joseph’s/Candler partners with rural hospitals to offer telemedicine when patients come in having a stroke. St. Joseph's/Candler's Stroke Program Coordinator explains the Stroke NET-work. Continue Reading -
CANCERShould I have reconstruction after my mastectomy?
Oct 19, 2021
St. Joseph’s/Candler Breast Surgeon Dr. Susan Mahany discusses pros, cons of breast reconstruction surgery and why some women are choosing prosthesis or to go without. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREWhy mom and baby stay together following birth
Oct 14, 2021
Education, safety and bonding are just a few reasons why St. Joseph's/Candler and the Telfair BirthPlace have kept mom and baby in the same room following birth for more than 12 years. Continue Reading