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Last post : 11/14/2019
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FAMILY HEALTHIs diabetes genetic?
Nov 14, 2019
Have diabetes? You can’t put all the blame on mom and dad. St. Joseph’s/Candler Diabetes Educator Amy Wojciechowski explains how your genes and your lifestyle could cause diabetes. Continue Reading -
CANCERLung Cancer Screening: From never hearing of it to...
Nov 7, 2019
Savannah man encourages qualified smokers, former smokers to talk to their doctor about lung cancer screening. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhat to expect during a CT scan
Nov 5, 2019
With more and more people needing CT scans, it’s important to have a good understanding of the machine and not fear it. Here are six things you should know about CTs. Continue Reading -
CANCERLCRP participating in new breast cancer clinical t...
Oct 29, 2019
ASPIRE study looks at the safest course of treatment for certain breast cancer patients where the cancer has spread to the bones. Radiation Oncologist Dr. John Mikell explains more. Continue Reading -
CANCERCancer Mythconception: I’m going to lose my breast...
Oct 24, 2019
It’s a common misconception that a breast cancer diagnosis automatically means a woman has to lose one or both her breasts. Dr. Susan Mahany explains lumpectomy and mastectomy. Continue Reading -
FAMILY HEALTHWho should get the high dose flu vaccine?
Oct 22, 2019
For adults older than 65 or those at high risk of complications if they were to get the flu, a high dose flu vaccine is available. Continue Reading -
NUTRITIONTen healthy and easy afterschool snacks
Oct 17, 2019
Already running out of ideas for afterschool snacks? St. Joseph’s/Candler Education Specialist and Dietitian Julia Gammon is here to help. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSFrom an 11-inch wound to completely healed in six ...
Oct 15, 2019
Hilton Head wound care patient shares his experience at the St. Joseph’s/Candler Center for Hyperbarics and Wound Care after he suffered a wound that stretched from his knee to ankle. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREWhat is gestational diabetes?
Oct 10, 2019
St. Joseph’s/Candler OB/GYN Dr. Wil Negron explains gestational diabetes, a common pregnancy condition. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhat do I do if my medication is recalled?
Oct 9, 2019
St. Joseph’s/Candler Pharmacist Allison Presnell explains how to know if your medicine has been recalled. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREInfographic: Be informed about breast cancer
Oct 3, 2019
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness for screening. At St. Joseph’s/Candler, we have five locations to schedule a mammogram. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREWhat are the symptoms of menopause?
Sep 26, 2019
Menopause is a time in a woman’s life we all must face. St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network OB/GYN Dr. Nhi Phan reminds women they don’t have to suffer with menopause symptoms. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSSt. Joseph’s/Candler pharmacists answer four commo...
Sep 24, 2019
Healthcare professionals have learned a lot about hepatitis C since it was discovered 30 years ago. While there’s still no vaccine for the liver infection, new treatment is curing hepatitis C patients... Continue Reading -
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NUTRITION, WOMEN'S CAREDo I need to follow a specific diet while breastf...
Sep 19, 2019
Telfair BirthPlace lactation consultant Marybeth Milton suggests what breastfeeding moms should add and avoid for a healthy diet while breastfeeding. Continue Reading -
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FAMILY HEALTHWhat to expect during an ICU stay
Sep 17, 2019
There may come a point where you or a family member require a stay in a critical care unit. It can be a stressful and confusing time. At St. Joseph’s/Candler, we have a trained team of nurses and phys... Continue Reading -
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FITNESS, NEUROLOGYWellness in Movement exercise program helps moveme...
Sep 12, 2019
Exercise is important for everyone. It’s known to reduce the risk of life threatening illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease. Exercise also plays a vital role in people with movement disorders, ... Continue Reading -
CANCER, WOMEN'S CAREOvarian cancer: A silent killer
Sep 10, 2019
More than 22,500 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society. Of that, more than half will die from the disease, ranking fifth ... Continue Reading -
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NEUROLOGYSt. Joseph’s/Candler program designed to help pati...
Aug 29, 2019
More than 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease each year. That’s just one condition that is classified as a movement disorder, and it’s not even the most common movement disorder. Continue Reading -
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NEUROLOGYSix common movement disorders
Aug 28, 2019
For more than 40 million people in the United States, their next movement may be unknown. Will they fall? Will a shaking hand prevent them from enjoying a refreshing beverage? Will they be able to voc... Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CAREWhen would I need a breast MRI exam?
Aug 21, 2019
MRI is another diagnostic tool, in addition to mammography and ultrasound, to view the breasts looking for abnormalities. St. Joseph’s/Candler Breast Cancer Surgeon Dr. Susan Mahany explains more abou... Continue Reading