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How Healthy is Your Carotid Artery

WEBLocated on either side of the neck, the carotid arteries deliver blood to our brains. Carotid disease—when these arteries fill with plaque—doesn’t usually have any …

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What Does Health Care Mean To You

WEBAre you your home’s “chief medical officer”? If you’re a woman, your answer is probably yes. Women don’t just make 80% of the purchasing decisions at home; they …

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Why You Should Visit a Nurse-Managed Health Center

WEBFor advanced nurse practitioner Tranika Brown, DNP, FNP, an average day at the Augusta University College of Nursing’s Nurse-Managed Health Center could look …

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Hydration and Why It’s Important – Your Health Today

WEBWater regulates body temperature, keeps joints lubricated, prevents infections, delivers nutrients to cells, and keep organs functioning properly. Proper …

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An Inside Look: The Georgia Cancer Center – Your Health Today

WEBThe Georgia Cancer Center at Augusta University brings together a team of basic science researchers, clinicians, radiation oncologists, nurse navigators and patient …

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Dr. John Morgan is working to change Alzheimer's care in Georgia

WEBAlzheimer’s and other dementias also kill 1 in 3 seniors—more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. Even with all of that, it’s estimated that only 16% …

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7 Ways Men Can Stay Healthy – Your Health Today

WEBMake an appointment at our Family Medicine clinic or at one of our care centers today, visit augustahealth.org, or call 706-721-2273 (CARE). Augusta University …

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Using the Augusta University Health Virtual Care App

WEBAt Augusta University Health we’re bringing back the house call to you by offering virtual visits. You can conveniently access a provider for the care you need …

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Nutrition’s role in cervical cancer care and treatment

WEBWith January being Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, the Dietitians at the Georgia Cancer Center wanted to take time to discuss nutrition and cervical cancer, …

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How safe is your home

WEBThe most common household injuries, as many of us have undoubtedly experienced some of before, include: trips, bruises, falling objects, sprains, falls and …

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Spotlight on Women’s Health: Hear from Chief Nursing Officer …

WEBHear from Laura Brower, Chief Nursing Officer at Augusta University, on Spotlight on Women's Health series. This series will cover a variety of topics including …

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Then the symptoms went away—Why you still need to see a doctor

WEBIt has the exact same symptoms as a stroke, including: Face drooping. Weakness or numbness on one side of the body. Speech problems, such as slurred …

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Is the damage from smoking reversible

WEBThe truth is, much of the damage from smoking can be reversed — and in as little as 24 hours after quitting. “It really doesn’t matter how long a person has been …

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6 tips for busy people who want healthy skin – Your Health Today

WEBBased in Augusta, Georgia, Augusta University Health is a world-class health care network, offering the most comprehensive primary, specialty and subspecialty care …

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The Academic Health Center: Advantages and differences

WEBAt Augusta University Health, we’re dedicated to helping you advance your options in healthcare every step of the way. Find a primary care physician or schedule …

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Weight loss plateaus are real but they don't have to last forever

WEBIt’s called a weight loss plateau and it’s a frustrating part of the weight loss journey. “Anyone can plateau,” said Dr. Renee Hilton, Director of Bariatric Surgery at the …

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How Safe is My Manicure—Really

WEBLast year, nearly 40 million Americans say they had a manicure anywhere from two to four times within a six-month period. That’s a lot of nail polish. And—as it …

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