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StaffAn enthusiastic audience that included none other than President Brooks Keel, who even tweeted from his seat at the Lee Auditorium, enjoyed the initial “Noon Arts: Live at the Lee” concert on Wednesday, Oct. 5. The “Noon Arts: Live at...
Steven UhlesAUGUSTA, Ga. – Dr. Martha Tingen has been named to the research committee of the National Cancer Institute’s Community Oncology Research Program. The NCI community research program was established to develop an integrated national network tasked...
Augusta University Student Counseling and Psychological Services, formerly known as the Counseling Center, is participating in National Depression Screening Day on Thursday, Oct. 6. Representatives of Student Counseling and Psychological Services...
Jennifer Hilliard ScottThe Cardiology Fellowship program at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is the recipient of the 2016 Spirit of the Heart Diversity in Cardiology Award from the Association of Black Cardiologists. Dr. Vincent Robinson, director of...
As part of Augusta University’s participation in Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Pink Pumpkin Party drew an enthusiastic group of participants to the J. Harold Harrison, M.D. Education Commons for a fun afternoon of music, dancing, face...
Danielle HarrisThe daily demands of ministry, family and career can make it difficult for clergy to attend to their health. But with Clergy Appreciation Day occurring Oct. 9, Augusta University’s Pastoral Care Director Jeffrey Flowers says this is a perfect...
Eric JohnsonAU Medical Center Open Enrollment 403 (b) – Get a Head Start on Retirement! Participating in your tax-advantaged 403(b) retirement plan is an effortless way to set aside money for your future. You contribute to the plan by convenient payroll...
Denise ParrishCommission approval demonstrates quality care by pediatric cardiology team in evaluating tiniest hearts for problems AUGUSTA, Ga. – Five-year-old Opal Belk wasn’t a bit nervous about visiting the heart doctor. “She’s ready for her ‘jelly belly,’”...
Dr. Leonard Reeves, a Rome, Georgia, family medicine physician and campus associate dean of the Northwest Campus of the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, has been named to the board of directors of the American Academy of Family...
The Compensation Committees for the boards of AU Medical Center and AU Health System will have a joint meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11 in conference room FG-2201 in the Human Resources office building at 1515 Pope Ave. For more information, call...
Nick GarrettLuckily, this one isn’t dangerous. But to make sure you keep yourself as safe as possible, be sure to check out these five security tips from Augusta University Chief Information Security Officer Walter Ray. 1. Learn to Identify Suspected...
Lee Ann Liska, chief executive officer of the Augusta University Medical Center, sat down with the Jagwire team to discuss first impressions, leadership styles and staying on track with institutional priorities. In addition to her role as CEO of AU...
Haley HughesAugusta University Public Safety and the Office of Critical Events Preparedness and Response (CEPaR) will be hosting a series of open forums designed to provide information and prompt conversation on topics that concern an individual’s safety...
Toni BakerPrescription sleep aids appear to carry a rare risk of suicide, most typically when they cause the unexpected response of stimulating rather than quietening patients, researchers say. “These medications can have a rare paradoxical effect like...
After unsuccessfully looking for a summer camp for her 8-year-old daughter with developmental delays, Sterling Ivey made her way to the Family Y. That meeting eventually resulted in the creation of Camp IVEY, a partnership between Ivey and the...
An estimated 65,000 undocumented students graduate from U.S. high schools each year, according to College Board. Although these children are given access a public school education through grade 12, many continue to face a host of financial and legal...
In honor of Child Passenger Safety Week, it’s important we address the proper use of car seats, boosters and seatbelts. As one of the best ways to protect kids when it comes to car safety, it’s important we take the proper precautions to ensure kids...
America is a nation of coffee drinkers. For many of us, the thought of drinking tea may seem somewhat foreign. If you are looking for a healthy alternative to your normal cup of joe, or if you just want to add some variety to your morning routine...
The official lineup of performers has been announced for the first event in the 2016/2017 Noon Arts Concert Series, and it’s got something for everyone. Master of Ceremonies Bill Andrews of the Medical Illustration program, who is past president of...
A year ago – Oct. 1, 2015, to be exact – we unveiled Jagwire, the news and information source for Augusta University and its health system. It was a result of months of intense planning and the realization of an ambitious goal – to give our staff...