With the popularization of the telephone in the twentieth century, patients gained easier access to their healthcare providers without visiting them. Most phone were for scheduling an appointment, requesting refills, or requesting a call-back. If you were able to speak to a doctor, you were usually told to ‘go to the emergency room’ or ‘come […]
Have you ever noticed that your mood seems to change with the season? Do winter months find you feeling more depressed and withdrawn than normal? Does this seem to happen consistently every year? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, then you may want to consider having a conversation about Seasonal […]
Summer’s here and with more relaxed travel guidelines you may be thinking of traveling further than you have in the past few years. When you’re on vacation it is easy to get into some habits that may compromise your health. If you are gearing up for a trip, here are four tips to staying healthy […]
Summer is a time of relaxation, sun, family vacations and much more. Whether you’re out by the pool, camping, cooking out, or working in the garden, follow these summer safety tips for a fun, healthy season. Heat Safety Tips 1. Stay Hydrated Hot weather can speed up the rate water leaves the body, making it […]
At times, when we look at other people – whether we are a physician or not, we might make quick assessments about their health and choices. As human observers, we might wonder why some people seem to continue to make choices that are detrimental to their health – like smoking or eating unhealthy foods that […]
Summer brings fun and lovely weather, perfect for celebrating our country’s independence! While celebrating our freedom, be sure to enjoy your free time while also staying free from injury. There’s a lot of activities you and your family can do to celebrate the Holiday, such as hosting a backyard barbecue, baking an assortment of treats, […]
Summer is here! While we have hot weather, vacations and cookouts to enjoy, it is also important to remember your heart health and to stay hydrated. There are many fruits and vegetables in season during the summer, which it makes it easier to add these natural sources of fiber to your nutrition plan and they […]
Whether your family is taking a relaxing trip to the beach or going on an adventure to the mountains, there are a few things to remember to keep you and your family safe before hitting the road. Summer road trips can bring great memories, or a tire could blow out and ruin a long-anticipated vacation. […]
Are you interested in living a longer, healthier life? If you answered yes, you are like most people in the world. Who doesn’t want to live a long and healthy life? This article aims to guide you on your health journey and explain some of the recommended screening tests given to prevent disease progression and […]
Did you know that Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the most common motor disability in children? If fact, there are currently about 764,000 children and adults in the world who have CP. What is Cerebral Palsy? The CDC defines CP as a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and […]
Autumn is here, which means trick-or-treating, apple picking, football season, and enjoyable scenic drives. However, the season can also bring driving challenges with the change of weather and shorter days. The Georgia Department of Transportation states that in 2019, around 75% of fatalities in car crashes were caused by unsafe driving behaviors, with almost one-fifth […]
As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, we realize many families are challenged with balancing remote work, childcare, and school. Oftentimes, parents forget to teach their children the most fundamental safety lessons. Whether your child is attending school virtually or in person this year, Safe Kids Northeast Georgia is here to support you along the […]
By: Maria Baumgartner, MD | Family Medicine Resident It feels second nature to reach for SPF 30 sunscreen to keep ourselves and our families safe from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Most of us are familiar with the dangers that too much sun can cause – skin damage, eye damage and skin cancer. There are […]
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: 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
While traumatic brain injuries are a major cause of disability and death in the US, some cases can be prevented. Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are commonly caused by either a jarring bump or blow to the head or a penetrating injury to the head that affects the brain’s normal function. The most common causes of nonfatal […]