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MISCELLANEOUSHow St. Joseph’s/Candler nurses proactively care f...
Aug 25, 2021
When it comes to patient care, our nurses like to use the word proactive. One way we do this is through hourly rounding, in which nurses check on their patients approximately every hour. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhat is the post-anesthesia care unit?
Aug 19, 2021
If you have surgery at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Candler Hospital or at our Pooler Campus that requires anesthesia, we have a dedicated area for you. It’s called the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU). Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhen would I need anesthesia?
Aug 17, 2021
Longtime St. Joseph’s/Candler Anesthesiologist Dr. Bill Fuqua explains the crucial role of anesthesia in surgery. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CARE12 ways you can manage back pain during pregnancy
Aug 12, 2021
One of the most common side effects of pregnancy is back pain. Unfortunately, it’s unpredictable and often unpreventable. Here are 12 ways you can manage back pain during pregnancy. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSUnderstanding uses, types of MRIs
Jul 29, 2021
With advancements in technology, MRI machines have become more patient-friendly, which is good news for those who suffer from claustrophobia or if your child needs an MRI. Continue Reading -
FAMILY HEALTHSeven tips to protect your skin from common summer...
Jul 20, 2021
Don't let a common summertime wound ruin your next outdoor adventure. Follow these seven tips to protect your skin. If an injury does occur, St. Joseph's/Candler Wound Care can help. Continue Reading -
CANCERHow improvements in radiation therapy help treat b...
Jul 15, 2021
Radiation Oncologist Dr. John Pablo describes how a certain position and breathing technique can help protect other organs during radiation therapy for breast cancer. Continue Reading -
FITNESSHave diabetes? Even light exercise can help lower ...
Jun 15, 2021
Have diabetes or high blood pressure or maybe even both? One treatment option that research has shown to help control or even lower your numbers is exercise. Continue Reading -
CANCERWhat can I expect from radiation therapy?
Jun 10, 2021
Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion Radiation Oncologist Dr. Stephen Ramey discusses side effects and safeness of internal and external radiation therapy. Continue Reading