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Breast cancer awareness week in Ludowici
Ludowici Mayor Myrtice Warren signed has proclaimed Oct. 15-19 as Breast Cancer Prevention and Awareness Week.
Prepare now for flu season
At first, it's just a feeling that creeps up on you, that achy and tired sensation. Then it hits you.the sore throat, fever and chills. You suddenly realize this horrible feeling is the flu.
Drive-through immunizations Wednesday
The Liberty County Health Department will host a drive-through immunization clinic from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday.
Free clinic for women in Ludowici
The Southeast Georgia Health System Wellness on Wheels vehicle will make its Long County debut during the Women's Day on Macon Street at the Long County Health Department, 57 North Macon, St., Ludowici.
Wound Care Center opens in Brunswick
BRUNSWICK - Patients in need of outpatient rehabilitation or wound-care services now have a convenient location for treatment without having to travel far from home.
Spanish class for health-care professionals
Infants can develop iron-deficiency anemia unless they are breastfed or drink iron-fortified bottle formula for their first 12 months.
Long Co. nurse manager named
The Long County Health Department has a new nurse manager. A 1995 graduate from South Georgia College, Kathy Rowell brings to the job a variety of nursing experiences to include working in a nursing home, public health and as a nurse manager for a home-health agency for multiple counties in southeastern Georgia. The Coastal Health District and Long County Board of Health are pleased to have Rowell as their new manager, and noted her professionalism ...
Men not immune to many forms of cancer
There are more than 100 different types of cancer in the United States and men have a 50 percent chance of developing some type of the disease during their lifetime.
Bat at middle school found to be rabid
A Walker Middle School teacher found a dead bat Sept 6 on the ground near a sidewalk on campus, according to Coastal Health District/Long County Health Department Director Dr. W.D. Skelton,.
Study links housing to care sought by HIV patients
An assistant professor at Georgia Southern University's Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health is among a group of national researchers who link adequate housing to the health and care of people living with the human immunodeficiency virus.
Blood drives set in area
Here are some upcoming blood drives in our area: Liberty County Oct. 2: 3-8 p.m., First Presbyterian Christian Academy, 308 E. Court St. (Hinesville) Oct. 5: 1-6 p.m., Liberty Regional Medical Center, 462 E.G. Miles Pkwy Oct. 20: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Fraser Park, 2002 Shaw Road (Walthourville) Long County: Sept. 28: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Long County DFCS, 59 N. Macon St. Ludowici Bryan County: Oct. 12: 2-7 p.m., Pembroke City Hall, 160 N. Main St. ...
State sees two more West Nile cases
LAWRENCEVILLE - Two more cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed in Georgia this week, keeping the state - like the rest of country - on pace to have its worst season in years.
Jesup opens hospital
JESUP - The Wayne County Hospital held a grand opening Sunday. The event was deemed a great success, and had around 800 people come out to take part in the festivities.
Smoking aggravates acid reflux disease
Just about everyone knows smoking is a significant risk factor for many health problems including cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer, but most don't realize smoking can cause your esophageal sphincter to relax and stimulate stomach acid resulting in gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Number of deaths in 2005 surprises researchers
By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer ATLANTA - The number of deaths in the United States rose in 2005 after a sharp decline the year earlier, a disappointing reversal that suggests the 2004 numbers were a fluke. Cancer deaths were also up. U.S. health officials said they believe the drop in deaths seen earlier may have been due to 2004's unusually mild flu season. Deaths from flu and lower respiratory disease jumped in 2005. The ...
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Savannah clinic adds 3D mammography
SAVANNAH - SouthCoast Imaging Center, recently added 3-D mammography at 5353 Reynolds St.
Workshop focuses on cancer survivors
The Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion will host a free six-week workshop designed to help cancer survivors make the transition from active treatment to post-treatment care.
Savannah ENT wins achievement award
ENT Associates of Savannah, an ear, nose and throat practice with offices throughout coastal Georgia, recently announced that Dr. Fred L. Daniel has won the 2013 Lester Brown Lifetime Achievement Award from the Georgia Society of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery.
Workshop is for cancer survivors
The Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion will host a free six-week workshop designed to help cancer survivors make the transition from active treatment to post-treatment care.
Healthy lifestyles aim of program
Local leaders are encouraging citizens to literally begin taking steps toward good health by participating in the Cooperative Extension's upcoming Walk Georgia program.
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