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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 …

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 …

A Lot of Compassion, A Bit of Realism: Living With an Adult Son Who Has Schizophrenia
(BPT) - Sponsored by Alkermes, Inc.By Pam, mother of a 31-year-old son living with schizophreniaThis sponsored story you are about to read may not be representative of all people living with …
Alcohol-induced liver injuries spiked during COVID-19
Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to examine data from The American Journal of the Medical Sciences to see why alcohol-related hepatitis hospitalizations rose in 2020.
Diveheart Plans to Build World’s Deepest Therapy Pool
Diveheart Plans to Build World’s Deepest Therapy Pool
(NewsUSA) - Imagine escaping your wheelchair and standing upright. Diveheart, a non-profit organization based in Downer’s Grove, Ill., has been helping individuals with disabilities do exactly …
Finding high-quality surgical care in your community
(BPT) - By Patricia L. Turner, MD, MBA, FACS, Executive Director & CEO, The American College of SurgeonsNavigating healthcare is a complex endeavor and knowing where to find high-quality surgical …
Strange feelings in your legs and feet? You probably want to ask your doctor about it
Strange feelings in your legs and feet? You probably want to ask your doctor about it
(NewsUSA) - For older Americans who smoke or have diabetes or high blood pressure, leg pain could signal a problem with blood flow and needs to be checked by a doctor.Peripheral artery disease, or …
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Shattering Stereotypes: The Top 7 Myths About Black Fertility Uncovered
(BPT) - Alexandra, a resilient single woman of color, defied societal norms and faced family stigma when she decided to seek fertility assistance through CCRM Fertility to have her first child. …
A wolf in sheep’s clothing: Are you underestimating the burden of flu?
(BPT) - By Dr. Peter SebenyIn today’s pop culture, the term “pandemic” is synonymous with COVID-19. However, over the course of human history, some of the deadliest pandemics have …
Creative gifting: Luxurious bathroom presents that promote self-care
(BPT) - The holiday season is synonymous with warmth, comfort and indulgence. This year, why not extend those feelings into the bathroom with luxurious gifts that elevate the everyday routines of …
Holiday gift guide for people living with dementia and their caregivers
(BPT) - Holiday shopping and gift-giving can often be challenging, but even more so when shopping for a person living with dementia. There are more than 6 million Americans living with …
A Skin Mystery – Why a Disease Called Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) Is So Hard to Identify
(BPT) - Approximately 1 in 100 people are believed to be living with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS), a chronic, often painful inflammatory skin condition that can become more severe over time, if not …

Are you at risk? New genetic report sheds light on breast cancer risk genes

(BPT) - You don’t always know what’s in your gene pool. Even with a detailed family health history, you may not have a complete picture for what you’re at risk for developing. In …

6 stats you need to know about LGBTQ+ youth mental health

Northwell Health partnered with Stacker to compile a list of statistics about LGBTQ+ youth mental health using data from The Trevor Project's 2022 National Survey on LGBTQ Youth Mental Health.

3 Health Reasons Men's Travel Plans Take a Back Seat

(Family Features) Taking a road trip is an enjoyable pastime for many. However, if you are making too many pit stops along the way, it might be time to talk to a doctor.

7 Reasons to Get Started with Your Fitness Program

It’s not a stretch of the imagination: Regular exercise can help your mental as well as your physical health.

(NAPSI)—Because physical activity and healthy aging go hand in hand, getting started with a fitness program included in your health plan can do more than help you maintain your health as you age. …

One man's life shows the art of living well — no matter what happens

(BPT) - Some people just know how to live. One great example is Mike Hugo, who learns from stumbles and turns them into victory — tackling anything he wants to do with vigor and perseverance. …

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Be A Holiday Hero: Get Vaccinated This Season
(NAPSI)—With respiratory virus season in full swing, you may think it’s too late for you and your family to get vaccinated against the flu. The good news: it’s not. According to the Centers for …
How you can stay ahead of diabetes
(BPT) - With diabetes on the rise, getting tested and establishing a healthy routine are more important than ever. We’re facing a diabetes crisis in the United States. About 1 in 10 of us …
Why Sodium Matters, Especially If You Have Narcolepsy
(BPT) - People with narcolepsy may be unaware that their chronic condition may increase their odds of having a stroke*, heart disease†, hypertension†, diabetes†, and other …
Understanding Myelosuppression: Big Implications for Small Cell Lung Cancer
(BPT) - Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is a rare disease in which cancerous cells form in the tissues of the lung, accounting for ~15% of all lung cancers.1 “Small cell” refers to the …
A Father’s Journey to Remission After Three Lymphoma Relapses
(BPT) - Roy Bragadeste, a husband and father, was living in Seattle and enjoying what many would describe as a relatively normal life, working, spending time with his wife, kids and dog, and enjoying …