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Last post : 9/23/2021
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FAMILY HEALTHQuiz: How much do you know about seasonal allergie...
Sep 23, 2021
Seasonal allergies can bring sneezes and sniffles year around. Take our quiz to learn more about seasonal allergies. Continue Reading -
CANCERLung cancer survivor did not delay
Sep 22, 2021
At the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion, 71-year-old Gloria Phillips faced cancer head on with help from the staff and technology like lung cancer screening and the CyberKnife. Continue Reading -
FITNESSVIDEO: Workout fatigue? Try our two new fitness cl...
Sep 9, 2021
The Wellness Center at St. Joseph’s/Candler offers a wide variety of workout classes Monday through Friday. Recently, we introduced two new classes: POUND and WERQ. Continue Reading -
NEUROLOGYHow outpatient speech therapy helps following a st...
Sep 7, 2021
Trouble remembering, speaking or swallowing? St. Joseph’s/Candler speech language pathologist explains how outpatient speech therapy can help. Continue Reading -
FAMILY HEALTHA quick, safe way to eradicate varicose veins
Sep 2, 2021
St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network – Vascular Specialists brings new minimally-invasive, in-office treatment option to treat spider and varicose veins. Continue Reading -
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 -
CANCERVIDEO: Tips to prevent melanoma and other skin can...
Jul 13, 2021
Skin cancer can be prevented. Follow these tips from Dr. Howard A. Zaren on what you should do to protect your skin year around. 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 -
NUTRITIONWhat’s the truth about carbs?
Jun 9, 2021
St. Joseph’s Hospital clinical dietitian talks about complex vs. simple carbohydrates, and the importance of moderation for this macronutrient. Continue Reading -
NEUROLOGYInfographic: Movement Disorders we treat at St. Jo...
May 27, 2021
St. Joseph's/Candler has a dedicated program to help patients with Movement Disorders. This infographic provides insight into how the program might help you. Continue Reading -
ORTHOPEDICSOblique strain? Physical therapy can help.
May 25, 2021
Do you experience sudden, sharp pains near your rib cage? Does it hurt when you cough or take a deep breath? One possible diagnosis may be an oblique strain or tear. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CARENew Telfair Baby app a great source of information...
May 25, 2021
To make it even more convenient and informative to prepare for your Telfair Baby, the Telfair BirthPlace at St. Joseph’s/Candler has launched a free Telfair Baby app. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREPelvic pain? Physical therapy can help with that.
May 18, 2021
St. Joseph’s/Candler’s Pelvic Floor & Continence Center offers dedicated physical therapy to help with a variety of pelvic floor conditions. Continue Reading