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The discount code EXPIRES TONIGHT! Register today for the 11th annual Get Your Rear In Gear 5K at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. SPECIAL OFFER: Use code THANKFUL for a discount on your registration! Join us as we honor the memory of WTOC’s Mike Manhatton and raise vital funds for colon cancer awareness, early detection, and treatment. Best of all? Every dollar raised stays right here in the Savannah area. Event Details: 🗓 When: Saturday, March 28, 2026 📍 Where: Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion (225 Candler Drive) 🏃 Time: Kids Fun Run (Free!) @ 8:15 AM | 5K Run/Walk follows Don’t miss the discount! Sign up today: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJbqqGFc

Get ready to lace up your shoes! Registration has officially opened for the 11th annual Get Your Rear In Gear 5K at the Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion. ✨ SPECIAL OFFER: To celebrate our launch, use code THANKFUL for a discount on your registration! But hurry—this code expires Sunday night! Join us as we honor the memory of WTOC’s Mike Manhatton and raise vital funds for colon cancer awareness, early detection, and treatment. Best of all? Every dollar raised stays right here in the Savannah area. Event Details: 🗓 When: Saturday, March 28, 2026 📍 Where: Nancy N. and J.C. Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion (225 Candler Drive) 🏃 Time: Kids Fun Run (Free!) @ 8:15 AM | 5K Run/Walk follows Don’t miss the discount! Sign up today: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJbqqGFc

Depression and difficult feelings aren't easy to talk about, and figuring out where to turn can be overwhelming. Did you know your OB/GYN may be able to help? Dr. Aariel Dees of St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network – OB/GYN wants her patients to know they don't have to suffer in silence. “Don’t be ashamed,” says Dr. Dees. “We see people every day that feel the exact same way you do. We can talk about it.” It may surprise you, but those powerful hormones that regulate growth and metabolism also play a big role in your emotions. For example: 🔷 Patients going through menopause can be in a state of hypoestrogenism (low estrogen), which can significantly impact mental health. 🔷 Hormonal imbalances at any stage of life can affect your mood. The good news? If your symptoms are due to hormone levels, Dr. Dees and her team can develop a treatment plan that's right for you. There are many effective tools available to help you feel better, including: 🟩 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) 🟩 Oral Contraceptive Pills (OCPs) to regulate cycles 🟩 Other medications like Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) “Mental health is so important,” Dr. Dees emphasizes. “If you need an SSRI to get through the day, that is completely normal. Or if you need some type of estrogen, progesterone or a combination of the two, then that is also okay. We have all of these tools to help you. We can make you feel better.” If you've been struggling, please know you are not alone and help is within reach. Take the first step today. Talk to your doctor about your symptoms—your mental wellness matters. Learn more at the link in the comments. #obgyn #depression #womenshealth #savannahga

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, except maybe for your wallet. We all want to make our loved ones feel special, but as Shana Ellington, an accountant and money coach at St. Mary’s Community Center, explains, "Holidays are a time for giving... so we tend to go over our budget." If you are feeling the pinch between buying gifts, cooking feasts, and traveling, here are five expert tips to help you celebrate without blowing your budget: 📝 Make a List (and Check It Twice): Write down exactly who you are buying for and what you want to get them. Stick to the list to avoid impulse buys. Don't forget to budget for the "little" things like wrapping paper and tape. 🎁 Try a Gift Exchange: Instead of buying for every single friend or family member, suggest a Secret Santa. It relieves pressure and saves money. 🎨 Get Creative: A heartfelt DIY gift—like a framed photo or a personalized "coupon book" —often means more than an expensive item. 🏷️ Hunt for Sales: Look for special deals (like "40 items under $40"). Remember to look for sales on your holiday grocery list, not just the gifts! 📅 Plan for Next Year: It might be late for this season, but for 2026, try buying gifts throughout the year to beat the holiday price hikes. Even putting aside $20 per paycheck into a "Christmas Fund" adds up fast. For more tips, click the link in the comments. #HolidayBudget #MoneyTips #FinancialWellness #HolidaySavings

Have you wondered what would happen if you went into labor and your doctor couldn't get to you immediately? No worries, because we've got you covered. At St. Joseph's/Candler, we have OB hospitalists on site 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. “No matter what time you or your unborn baby need care, we’re here,” says Melissa Crenshaw, MD, a board-certified OB hospitalist. OB hospitalists are board-certified OB/GYNs who only see patients in the hospital. Their presence in the Telfair BirthPlace ensures that expectant mothers will receive consistent, top-level medical care by a trained and highly-skilled OB/GYN physician at every point of her delivery. Why would you need an OB hospitalist? Possible reasons include: 💠Emergencies: (Such as elevated blood pressure) 💠Assistance when your regular OB is in route or unavailable 💠Consistent care throughout the initial and active stages of labor OB hospitalists don’t replace the care you receive from your regular OB/GYN. Instead, they extend the care of your doctor. OB hospitalists are there to assist with any issues or emergencies that may arise, whether or not patients have their own doctors in route. “It’s all about providing the best, safest care—immediately,” Dr. Crenshaw says. Dr. Crenshaw is the site director for the Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG), which began a partnership with St. Joseph's/Candler in 2024 to provide a unique service for expectant mothers in the region. More hospitals around the country are seeing the benefits of having OB hospitalists on staff. Recent studies have shown that OB hospitalist team have resulted in improved quality measures for hospitals, including lower C-section delivery rates. Your best and safest delivery is our priority. ⏩Learn more about why more women in the region are choosing the immediate, expert care at the Telfair BirthPlace at https://lnkd.in/eh4pDjtY #laboranddelivery #maternityhospital #womenshospital #savannahga #hospitalist

Having a stroke used to point to a usually grim outcome. If the stroke occurred too deep within the brain, there was nothing neurosurgeons could do. The risk of damage to dense and delicate brain tissue was too great. “These patients would linger in the Intensive Care Unit for weeks, and rehabilitation would take months,” explains board certified neurosurgeon Jay U. Howington, MD, of Neurosurgical & Spine Institute. But incredible new technology is changing this reality. A new system of technologies allows neurosurgeons to reach those deeper levels of the brain, without damaging tissue on its way there, to remove deep-seated brain tumors and evacuate blood clots caused by stroke. Developed by NICO Corporation, it is known as the BrainPath system. “If you do a scan of the patient’s brain the day after the procedure, you can’t even see the path that the instrument took to get there,” Dr. Howington says. “But the clot or the tumor will be gone.” Dr. Howington explains how the system works at https://lnkd.in/eu_Tnkfu #StrokeRecovery #savannahga #Neuroscience #HopeAfterStroke #MedicalBreakthrough

Hospital safety ratings: Our clinical teams, physicians, and co-workers at St. Joseph’s/Candler care for your loved ones every day, and they remain deeply committed to the highest standards of patient safety. There has been some recent media coverage of an organization called Leapfrog that we feel mischaracterizes our hospitals and the effort our co-workers put into patient care. What many may not realize is that St. Joseph’s/Candler does not participate in the Leapfrog Safety Survey. As a result, their rating is neither complete nor accurate—in fact, it is misleading. Consider, for example, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), where both St. Joseph’s Hospital and Candler Hospital show data that is no different than the national average. These validated, data-driven scores stand in sharp contrast to Leapfrog’s portrayal, which is based on incomplete information. It is essentially like receiving a grade from a school we never attended. No one from Leapfrog has ever visited St. Joseph’s/Candler to assess how we care for our patients. We stopped participating in the Leapfrog survey eight years ago for several reasons: 💠 We disagreed with their methodology. A significant portion of their grade is based on self-submitted hospital surveys that lack adequate verification. 💠Their survey requires substantial time, resources, and cost—energy we believe is better invested directly in patient safety initiatives. 💠Participation with Leapfrog did not lead to any measurable improvements in safety at our hospitals. 💠CMS provides a far more rigorous, fair, and reliable assessment of hospital safety than a third-party organization that derives much of its revenue from selling licenses that hospitals must purchase to “promote” their scores. In the months ahead, we will share more about the extensive steps we take to ensure patient safety. For now, it is important to highlight that St. Joseph’s/Candler has earned Magnet Designation for Nursing Excellence six times—a distinction held by only 25 hospitals worldwide. Magnet recognition includes rigorous review and on-site evaluations, with a major focus on improved patient outcomes and safety. We also maintain numerous accreditations from respected organizations that evaluate the quality of care we provide. We encourage our community to compare the publicly available data from Leapfrog with the validated measures published by CMS. The difference is significant. Ultimately, we trust that our patients and community will judge us by their own experiences and by our two centuries of unwavering commitment to exceptional care—not by an incomplete grade from an external group whose methodology we do not support. We stand firmly behind our safety, our quality, and the extraordinary co-workers who serve our patients every day. We are grateful for the continued trust and support of our community.

Did you know some patients are naturally more vulnerable to infection during a hospital stay? Conditions like certain skin issues, allergies, or severe illnesses can call for an extra layer of protection on top of regular care. That's why St. Joseph's/Candler developed our PIT Crew in 2024. Think of it like a racing pit crew. The Preventing Infection and Injury through Teamwork, "PIT Crew," is a rapid-response team that mobilizes to ensure everything is working optimally for our most at-risk patients. This specialized crew supports our bedside nurses by being intensely proactive. "We'll come meet with the nurse and the patient, look through the patient's chart and develop an individualized plan to protect that patient based on their unique situation," explains Tara Barrett, BSN, RN, CCRN. The PIT Crew brings together collective expertise—even enlisting nurses from Infection Prevention, Vascular Access, or Wound Care when needed—to create a customized, pre-emptive defense plan. We are committed to getting ahead of problems and preventing them from even happening. Having this dedicated team ready with their combined knowledge ensures the safest possible stay for every patient. #PatientSafety #InfectionPrevention #HealthcareInnovation #NursingTeam #savannahga

Whether you're trying to conceive soon or hoping to start a family one day, there are important steps you can take right now to optimize your health for a successful pregnancy. Preconception counseling is a vital first step. "Preconception counseling is a good option for all women and should be offered to patients before they even try to conceive," recommends Dr. Claire Sejour, St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network OB/GYN. "Even if it’s during your annual visit, start talking to your provider about your family planning goals and optimizing your health.” This essential conversation covers key areas to help you and your baby thrive: ✅ Manage Chronic Conditions: Get control of conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure and take medications as prescribed. 💉 Update Vaccinations: Ensure you are up to date on all necessary vaccines. 🍎 Focus on Nutrition: Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. 💊 Take Folic Acid: Begin taking folic acid supplements at least one to three months before trying to conceive. 🏃 Stay Active: Incorporate a moderate amount of exercise. 🚫 Healthy Habits: Avoid smoking and limit alcohol intake. Start the conversation with your provider today! Your journey to a healthy pregnancy begins with a plan. Trying but still can't get pregnant? Click the link for guidance from Dr. Sejour: https://lnkd.in/eqsTHeDT #PreconceptionCare #OBGYN #FamilyPlanning #HealthyPregnancy #savannahga