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  • Physical Therapy
June 27, 2023

5 signs it’s time to see a physical therapist

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  • Georgia Heart Institute
  • Habersham
June 26, 2023

When a typical Monday takes a turn

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June 21, 2023

Heart-Healthy Recipes: Quick Oats for One

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  • Georgia Heart Institute
June 19, 2023

What is metabolic syndrome and how can I prevent it?

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June 14, 2023

What you need to know about added sugars

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  • Georgia Heart Institute
June 12, 2023

Recognizing the Risk Factors for Arrhythmia

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  • Therapy Dogs
June 7, 2023

The “Dogter” is in: Therapy dogs do the mind – and body – good

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  • Pediatrics
June 6, 2023

Caring for kids close to home

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  • Medicare
June 2, 2023

Answering the FAQs about Medicare: What you should know

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May 30, 2023

Benefits of speech therapy for head & neck cancers

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  • hernia
  • hernia surgery
May 24, 2023

Are hernias after surgery common?

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  • Georgia Heart Institute
May 22, 2023

Bobby’s 186 mile journey to a healthy heart

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  • recipes
May 10, 2023

Healthy Heart Recipes: Chicken Piccata

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  • awards
May 5, 2023

Two NGHS staff honored with awards at recent healthcare gala

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  • recipes
May 4, 2023

Heart Healthy Recipe: Olive Oil Walnut Brownies

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  • Bariatric Weight Loss Center at NGMC
May 2, 2023

4 things to know when considering weight loss surgery

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April 26, 2023

What does recovery look like for septal myectomy?

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  • Advance Care Planning
April 24, 2023

Why Should I Care about Advance Care Planning?

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