From 2010 to 2017, the number of opioid-involved overdose deaths in Georgia increased by 145%, from 426 to 1,043 deaths.
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“It was about eight months altogether before it actually happened,” she said. “They tell you before you’re wheeled into surgery that something can call it off.”
Augusta University Health System Board meeting set for Aug. 22.
A select group of Augusta University employees will receive an email notification asking them to complete the Community Health Needs Assessment Survey.
Katrina Keefer has enthusiastically taken the reins as chief executive officer of Augusta University Health System.
Pharmacy Practice Management names new director.
“I was thrilled that they had a device that can be used with a micro-preemie.”
Middle school student, Gracey Chafin, whose generosity was recently featured on The Today Show, will deliver 20 new wagons to the Children's Hospital of Georgia on Aug. 1.
Heart failure care is top notch at Augusta University Medical Center, according to popular rankings.
“My son didn’t have a choice to lose his hair, so I told them to take it all off."
Casey, the newest facility dog, celebrated her second birthday in photos.
"This was a one-in-a-million chance."
Patients and families had the chance to thank the team of doctors for the impact they've made in their lives.
“The work and dedication of the entire team is what has allowed us to achieve this validation of excellence in the management of critically injured adult and pediatric patients.”
While doctors may be treating one illness, each appointment serves as an opportunity to educate people about the multiple medical problems associated with tobacco use.
“We are honored to produce this event on behalf of the Augusta MS Center at Augusta University."
Shelby Adams described the 50-year-old Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program at AU Health as “making the impossible possible.”
Over the past seven years, 13-year-old Gracey Chafin has raised enough money to purchase more than 300 Radio Flyer Wagons and 50,000 toys for the Children's Hospital of Georgia. Her efforts will be featured on The TODAY Show on July 19.
Georgia Hospital Association recognizes Augusta University Health's tobacco cessation initiatives.
