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New COVID-19 vaccination and testing sites in Chatham County

WEBResidents in West Chatham County now have a new location for COVID-19 vaccinations and testing. The Chatham County Health Department is partnering with …

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US spends most on health care but has worst health outcomes

WEBThe United States spends more on health care than any other high-income country but still has the lowest life expectancy at birth and the highest rate of people with …

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After four years with COVID-19, the US is settling into a new …

WEBAt least 42,000 people have died from COVID-19 since the beginning of September, according to provisional data from the CDC, reaching a peak of more than …

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Coastal Health District offers new incentive for COVID vaccine

WEBGet paid to get a COVID vaccine: Coastal Health District offers new incentive. If you get the updated COVID vaccine on certain days in December, you could …

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Your body needs these three forms of movement every week

WEBExercise changes the brain in a way that helps heart health, especially for people with depression. First is the movement your body is owed or requires every day, …

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First federally qualified health center opens in Bryan County

WEBRICHMOND HILL, Ga. —. The first federally qualified health center opened in Richmond Hill. That means the centers' costs are based on the sliding scale based on …

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Savannah hospitals at full capacity

WEBSAVANNAH, Ga. —. Multiple hospitals in Savannah said they have reached full capacity. Both Memorial Health and St. Joseph's Candler they have dealing with a …

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Study links intermittent fasting to higher risk of heart issues

WEBNew research presented this week suggests intermittent fasting is linked to a 91% higher risk of cardiovascular death. WJCL 22 News spoke to a Savannah doctor …

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Medical worker shortage; 'It's more than just nurses'

WEBThe health care workforce shortage has impacted more than just nurses. Surgical technologists, like Ashley Sumner at The Technical College of the Lowcountry, …

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Ask Asa: Navigating health insurance open enrollment season

WEBAnd people who buy plans from the federal government's health insurance marketplace should prepare. Their open enrollment starts November 1 and runs through …

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Perimenopause may raise risk of one mental health condition by …

WEBIn the years leading up to menopause, a person can experience a multitude of symptoms, including emotional shifts such as depression. Now, a new study has …

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What people should know about stress, according to a doctor

WEBThere is no doubt that stress is a part of everyday life, but too much can have detrimental impacts on people's physical and mental health. I wanted to delve more into …

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Cyberattack reported at major US health care network

WEBA major U.S. health care system said Thursday that it is diverting ambulances from "several" of its hospitals following a cyberattack this week.The cyberattack on …

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World Maternal Mental Health Day highlights public health crisis

WEBWorld Maternal Mental Health Day is a global initiative to raise awareness about the mental health struggles many women face during pregnancy and after …

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Savannah native named as new director of Coastal Health District

WEBThe Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) announced a Savannah native to lead the Coastal Health District.Dr. Bonzo Reddick will now lead the agency, …

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Savannah: Willett Children's Hospital receives $100,000 donation

WEBDownload the WJCL App for breaking news alerts: Apple | Google PlayAn exciting day Wednesday afternoon for Memorial Health.Leaders from Hyundai were on …

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Jimmy Carter’s spirit ‘as strong as ever’ after year in hospice

WEB“After a year in hospice, on a daily basis we have no expectations for his body, but we know that his spirit is as strong as ever,” Jason Carter, Jimmy Carter’s …

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Jimmy Carter: What exactly is hospice care, who qualifies

WEBDr. Leana Wen: Hospice care is a type of specialty medical care for people near the end of their lives that focuses on maximizing comfort for the patient and support …

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Georgia: St. Joseph's/Candler opening facility at Hyundai plant

WEBAbove video: Your Monday headlinesWith the Hyundai Metaplant bringing several thousands of jobs to Bryan County and the region, St. Joseph's/Candler has …

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Prescription drug costs increase after cyber attack

WEBA cyber attack is causing major issues for pharmacies across the country, including in Savannah. From LoCost Pharmacy in Savannah to Richmond Hill …

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Chatham County: 'Give Change That Counts' initiative

WEBAccording to leaders, homelessness is still a very complex problem in Savannah and Chatham County.But, they’re hoping a new initiative helps with that …

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