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Damien Scott, CEO of Emanuel Medical Center, named 2022 Hospital Leader of the Year by HomeTown Health, LLC

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HomeTown Health, LLC recognized Damien Scott, CEO of Emanuel Medical Center in Swainsboro, GA, at its 23 rd Annual Fall Conference, held October 19-21,2022 at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, …

EMC making changes to clinics

In an effort to better meet the needs of Emanuel County, Emanuel Medical Center is making some changes to some of their clinics.  Emanuel Healthcare Center, on the second floor of Emanuel …

Harriett Lawson details month-long COVID battle of 2020

Swainsboro resident Harriett Lawson had a long history with Emanuel Medical Center, just never as a patient. That changed in 2020 after she was admitted with COVID. Her recovery included a transfer …

Daniels brothers presents $25,000 check to Scott for Georgia HEART program

Pictured are Ed and Richard Daniels presenting a $25,000 check to Damien Scott, CEO of Emanuel Medical Center through the Georgia HEART rural hospital tax program. “As I stated in an earlier …

Video - Frances Cross details her COVID battle of 2020

Midville resident Frances Cross spent 13 days at Emanuel Medical Center during her bout with COVID-19. Cross credits the work of many departments at EMC, nursing, respiratory and many more, with …

Citizens Bank gives Emanuel Medical Center $30,000 through Georgia HEART

Pictured is Milton B. Gray, Jr, President CEO of Citizens Bank of Swainsboro presenting a $30,000 check to Damien Scott, CEO of Emanuel Medical Center through the Georgia HEART rural hospital tax …

Power load stretchers make big impact for Emanuel Medical's EMS unit

Emanuel Medical Center's EMS Director Nicky Drake details how the addition of power load stretchers have improved emergency response and effectiveness: [cqembed title="Untitled" …

Taxes into Treatment: Emanuel Medical Center CEO Scott gives intel on HEART Program

A healthy workforce is essential to a healthy economy, which is why we should work hard to preserve and protect our local hospital. I am Damien Scott, CEO at Emanuel Medical Center,  and …

Video - Syvetta and Sara Young on their family's COVID battle

In August 2020, Syvetta Young and her children, Sara and Rosey, each dealt with COVID at the same time. Hear how they overcame such a trying time with faith, support from the community, and the team …

VIDEO - Teamwork has Emanuel Medical Center reaching new heights

The challenges we face, no matter how tough, can often bring out the best in us. This is true for the staff at Emanuel Medical Center after the trying times that COVID-19 brought. Those challenges …
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EMC: Your Hometown Hospital

Emanuel Medical Center has a long history of achievement in both service and care. The professionals who work in the facility, many who are from Emanuel County, are deeply committed to their …

Emanuel Medical Center partners with Family Connections and Ferst Readers Program

Emanuel Medical Center hosted a Ferst Readers drive to educate and promote literacy to employees to serve children in Emanuel County. Ferst Readers' mission is "strengthening communities by providing …

Video - Treating Trauma in Rural areas

Emanuel Medical Center is designated as a Level IV Trauma center in Georgia, one of only 9 in the state. Caring for trauma patients in a rural area can present numerous challenges, and EMC has …

EMC Swing Bed Program offers patients transitional care

Emanuel Medical Center's Swing Bed Program offers patients in rehabilitation to be close to family and friends while making a transition between acute care and a return home. Margo Robertson, …

Emanuel County Chamber Spotlight: Emanuel Medical Center

Owned by the County and governed by the Emanuel County Hospital Authority, Emanuel Medical Center (EMC) employs over 420 people and operates as a not-for-profit facility whose operations are …

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Help Shape the Future of Liver Health
(NAPSI)—If you or a loved one are among the nearly 100 million Americans affected by liver disease, consider joining the American Liver Foundation Patient Registry . By sharing your story, you can …
More people are talking about executive dysfunction—but what exactly is it?
Tile compiled research to take a closer look at the causes of executive dysfunction and how people dealing with it can manage its effects.
How to get out of a funk: Six expert tips
Rula explains how to cope when you find yourself in a funk.
Boost your health this fall with 5 expert tips
(BPT) - Do you find that your health and fitness take a back seat during the fall and winter months? As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, it can be difficult to motivate yourself to …
Fall Respiratory Virus Vaccines: What pregnant people need to know
(Family Features) Getting vaccinated for flu, COVID-19 and RSV during your pregnancy lets you pass protection to your baby.
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Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease, not a cosmetic issue
(BPT) - It started with a tiny patch — the size of a walnut, round and smooth. At 21, Deirdre Nero was puzzled by her sudden hair loss — she was studying abroad in Spain when she noticed …
Beyond the Court: The Inspiring Journey of the First NBA Player Living with Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis
(BPT) - When Chris Wright reflects on his professional basketball career, he describes it as “challenging, rewarding, and not without obstacles.” But that’s not only because of the …
Today is the day to protect your kids with HPV vaccination.
Back to School Means Recommended Vaccines for Preteens Too
by Ruth Stefanos , M.D.   (NAPSI)—As a pediatrician, I hear many questions from parents. As their children grow from babies to adolescents, so does the number of questions they have about how …
It’s not just a Zoom Boom fueling the uptick in adults using orthodontics.
Adult Braces Increasingly Trendy
(NAPSI)—Remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic led to a so-called “Zoom Boom” for adults getting braces to help fix their smiles. Remote work was the norm at the time and adults suddenly …
Fight Back Against Free Radicals: Expert advice to prevent skin damage
(Family Features) In a healthy person, the body is like a well-oiled machine. However, sometimes things go wrong, and when that happens, finding the source of damage, illness or disease often requires a deeper look. In many cases, the culprit is free radicals.

How Psoriasis Stigma Impacts Health

(National Psoriasis Foundation) - You’ve seen the commercials. Psoriasis treatments are everywhere. So it would follow that people with psoriasis can also be found everywhere, right? In theory, …

Prepare Now to Protect Yourself During Respiratory Illness Season

(NewsUSA) - Children are returning to school and fall is fast approaching, which means respiratory illness season is right around the corner. Health experts urge that now is the time to think about …
Essential Tips to Support Your Immune System
(Family Features) Consider these healthy habits that can go a long way toward supporting your immune system and maintaining your health.
Stay Protected by Understanding the Need for Vaccines
(Family Features) Many associate vaccines with childhood, remembering the series of shots received during early school years. However, vaccination importance extends far beyond adolescence.
Have a Heart for Caregivers: 8 expert tips for volunteers to care for themselves, too
(Family Features) Survivors of heart attacks or strokes may have additional health and personal care needs, often relying on a family member or close friend to help.
Bid Farewell to Toenail Fungus from the Comfort of Your Home
Bid Farewell to Toenail Fungus from the Comfort of Your Home
(NewsUSA) - Say hello to the uninvited guest: toenail fungus, the ultimate party crasher for your confidence! It’s not just about feeling uneasy; it’s like a fashion police for your feet, …
Making the Grade with Medicaid and CHIP
(BPT) - Back-to-school season is in full swing, which means it’s time to make sure your kids have the essentials they need for a successful school year. Health coverage should be at the top of …
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In opioid crisis, race and stigma influence treatment
Using data from SAMHSA and academic studies, Ophelia examined disparities in opioid treatment and the ramifications for substance use recovery.
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Consuming these types of foods regularly can contribute to mental health risks. Dan Kitwood/Getty Images News via Getty Images The proverbial “sugar high” that follows the ingestion of a …
6 ways AI is changing the future of healthcare
Guava Health explores some of the ways AI is expected to change healthcare and how it is delivered.
Make Protecting Kids' Eye Health a Priority
(Family Features) Annual checkups are an important step in protecting your child's eye health and vision, but families tend to see the eye doctor less regularly than their primary care doctor, pediatrician or dentist.
Be Proactive to Prevent Heart Attacks and Strokes
(Family Features) Millions of Americans are at risk for life-threatening cardiovascular events due to high cholesterol, a condition nearly everyone has heard of yet just a fraction fully understand.
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Fact or Fiction: Debunking Top Myths About Erectile Dysfunction

(BPT) - Sponsored by Boston ScientificErectile dysfunction (ED) can be frustrating and confusing for both a man and his partner. ED, or the inability to achieve or maintain an erection that is firm …

Professional Basketball Player Speaks Up About Living with Moderate-to-Severe Eczema On and Off the Court

(BPT) - Many people think of eczema as a mild, itchy skin disease, and don’t realize how intense signs and symptoms can become. However, those living with moderate-to-severe forms of the …

From bladder cancer to running half marathons: One patient’s journey

(BPT) - Julio, a 49-year-old engineer and avid runner, discovered an alarming sign of trouble right after completing a half-marathon: blood in his urine. He promptly consulted a doctor, which led to …

Protecting Vision Together

(BPT) - When Skippy Reeves’ mother lost her eyesight to wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD), treatments didn’t exist.After experiencing symptoms himself years later, Skippy …

What you should know about heart valve disease

(BPT) - Heart valve disease affects more than 5 million people in the United States. Despite this, 3 out of 4 U.S. adults know little to nothing about it.The Centers for Disease Control and …

The Benefits of Genetic Testing for Patients with CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder and Other Rare Genetic Epilepsies

(BPT) - CDKL5 deficiency disorder, one of the most common genetic epilepsies, is estimated to occur in approximately 100 newborns in the U.S. per year.CDKL5 deficiency disorder, or CDD, is a rare, …

Living with Bladder Leakage or Close Calls? Ask Your Doctor About Treatment Options for Male Incontinence

(BPT) - Sponsored by Boston ScientificMale incontinence, also known as bladder leakage, may stop men from doing activities they once enjoyed for fear of embarrassment. While this can feel isolating, …

Better Sleep, Better You! 4 Reasons to Use Liquid Melatonin

(BPT) - By VimergyGetting a good night’s sleep is about more than just feeling well-rested the next day. Quality sleep is important to lead a happy, healthy life. However, sleeping well is …

Helping Wishes take flight: How one pilot made a difference

(BPT) - When American Airlines Captain Matthew Asdel's son was diagnosed with cancer 20 years ago, Make-A-Wish® made it possible for him to go on a Disney cruise. His son, now 24, is working on …
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