Preventing heart disease is important for everyone, but the challenges men and women face are unique. While women are more likely to overlook or miss unusual symptoms of a heart attack, like jaw pain, men are more likely to develop heart disease as many as 10 years before women. This makes disease prevention and the […]
When a loved one is in the hospital, we want to show them that we are thinking about them and love them even when we are not physically there. One of the most common ways people express their love is by sending flowers. Flowers may be the most common get-well gift that a loved one […]
By: Kourtney Farrow | Manager of Mammography at NGMC Gainesville A breast self-exam is an inspection of your breast that you can do independently, without the help of a physician. Using your eyes and hands, you can determine if there are any changes to the look and feel of your breast. Performing a breast self-exam […]
By: Elaina Lee | Safe kids Coordinator The sun is out, the temperatures are rising, and Father’s Day is right around the corner, and we want to encourage you to stay as safe as possible this summer as you celebrate. We have put together some #DadApproved summer activities! 1. Bike Riding Take a bike ride […]
If you’ve been told you have high blood pressure, you aren’t alone! In fact, you’re in good company as nearly half of American adults either have high blood pressure or are taking medication to lower it. If 50 percent of U.S. adults that sounds like a lot, that’s because it is! It adds up to […]
Are you dealing with nagging pain in the groin area? Not sure if you’ve just strained a muscle or if it’s a sign of a bigger health issue? Experiencing groin pain is very common in people with hernias – especially inguinal hernias, which are also known as groin hernias. Hernias affect millions of people each […]
When clinical trials hit home When Sheila Patterson, a 58-year-old lung cancer patient who has never smoked, first received the diagnosis of stage 2B non-small cell lung cancer, she felt determined – to be her healthiest, to do everything she could to fight it and to help future patients with the same diagnosis. As a […]
As our neighbors and the medical community are dealing with the long-term effects of COVID-19, Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is dedicated to providing programs and resources to help our patients and employees heal. Made possible by community support of the COVID Relief Fund, the NGHS Foundation has teamed up with health system departments and […]
The COVID-19 vaccine plays a big role in the long-term prevention – and ending – of the pandemic. We understand that in addition to inspiring new hope and innovation, the COVID-19 vaccine has also spurred on questions and doubt. Here’s a list of the most important facts you should know about the COVID-19 vaccine. The […]
Are you sick, injured or simply looking for routine care? We understand that the number of healthcare choices can be overwhelming. That’s why Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) is here to help you find the right care at the right time. These types of care are available at NGPG and Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC):
While it’s no secret that heart disease is incredibly common – and deadly – knowing the key ways to prevent heart disease may not come quite as easily. Outside of not smoking and avoiding salty, fatty foods, what does living a heart-healthy lifestyle really mean? “The truth is, being heart healthy doesn’t usually involve drastic […]
Ablation is a fairly common type of medical procedure that involves carefully regulated destruction of tissue using surgery or minimally-invasive techniques, like a cardiac ablation. Interestingly enough, ablations can be performed for a number of reasons outside of heart health, including the removal of lesions or warts for aesthetic reasons, the removal of astigmatism in […]
By: Adam J. Raulerson, MS, LMFT While we all know that mental health is important – especially after all the stress and isolation that accompanied COVID-19 – it isn’t just your mood and emotional well-being that is affected by your mental state. In fact, the mind-body connection is stronger than you may think. Experts have […]
When you’re facing cancer, you want a winning team on your side. Even better, two. That’s why Northeast Georgia Medical Center is a proud network affiliate of Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University – Georgia’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center. “The importance of this affiliation between NGMC and Emory is invaluable for this […]
By: Angel Whitaker, RT(R)(MR)(CT) | MRI Imaging Supervisor A stroke is always an emergency. If you have signs of a stroke, you should call 911 immediately and document the time that the symptoms started. Time lost is brain lost regarding a stroke, so it is important to receive care immediately. How do you recognize stroke […]
Spring has finally sprung here in Georgia – and there’s so much to love about the season. All this sun-filled weather makes it easy to get outside and stay active. The same could be said for all the delicious and heart-healthy produce that’s in season. With fruits and vegetables galore, it makes it easier – […]
Weight-loss patients often face unique mental health challenges as they begin their journeys to better health. A common behavior among patients struggling with their weight is the act of emotional eating – defined as using food to fill emotional needs. You may struggle with emotional eating if one or more of the following applies to […]
While we may say our heart skips a beat when it comes to falling in love. But when your heart literally skips a beat, it’s known as an arrhythmia. Day in and day out, you likely don’t notice your heartbeat at all, especially if it’s functioning normally. However, when you experience stress or you’re performing […]