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CANCERSix frequently asked questions about colonoscopies
Mar 10, 2022
Dr. William Mansour, gastroenterologist with Gastroenterology Consultants of Savannah, addresses the colonoscopy screening process, its importance, preparation and more. Continue Reading -
NEUROLOGYFive exercises that may help slow the progression ...
Mar 3, 2022
If you or someone you know is living with Parkinson’s disease, now is not the time to stop exercising. Studies have shown one of the best ways to slow its progression is to actually get moving. Continue Reading -
FAMILY HEALTHOn an antibiotic? Be sure to finish the entire pre...
Mar 2, 2022
St. Joseph’s/Candler Primary Care Physician Dr. Russell Lake stresses the importance of always taking medications as prescribed. Continue Reading -
CANCERWhat is radiation treatment planning?
Feb 24, 2022
Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion dosimetrist explains the process of how your radiation therapy starts with a thorough plan before you even begin treatment. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHVIDEO: Early Heart Attack Care and Hands-Only CPR
Feb 22, 2022
St. Joseph's/Candler nurse Betty Brooks explains the risk factors for a heart attack, the classic and not-so-typical signs of a heart attack and what to do if someone is having one. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHWhat to expect on our Coronary Care Unit
Feb 17, 2022
Clinical nurse educator explains what you should know when a loved one is in our CCU/CVICU unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHVIDEO: Pooler resident shares his TAVR experience
Feb 10, 2022
In this video, business owner Dave Legasse shares his "fantastic" experience undergoing TAVR, a minimally-invasive heart procedure to repair damaged aortic valves. Continue Reading -
MISCELLANEOUSWhat is the role of our kidneys?
Feb 8, 2022
St. Joseph’s/Candler primary care physician Dr. Thomas Falace explains kidney function, injury and protecting these two organs. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTH, FITNESSExercise your way to a healthy heart
Feb 3, 2022
Physical activity is known to benefit your heart in many ways. Here are eight of them, as well as some suggestions on how to get moving. Continue Reading