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Denise ParrishDeployment of 122 new Philips HeartStart monitor/defibrillators and AEDs is latest effort to implement standardized, system-wide approaches to technology, training and service excellence in Philips-AU Health Alliance AUGUSTA, Ga. (Aug. 25, 2016) –...
Kirkland quads benefited from specialized pediatric care at CHOG, the local CMN Hospital When Julianne Kirkland, began having contractions at just 23 weeks of carrying quadruplets, one of her physicians suggested she consider reducing the pregnancy...
Danielle HarrisPut some Jag pride on your ride by purchasing an Augusta University license plate now available on the Georgia Department of Revenue website. With annual renewal fees and $10 from each sale supporting student scholarships, this is another way to...
Nick GarrettNew to Augusta University or Augusta University Health? Or maybe you’ve returned from summer vacation to find a few new changes to the university’s badges? Either way, you’ll want to get one of these as soon as possible: ...
StaffTeeth are a very important part of our body. They help in eating, talking and looking your best when you smile. Without healthy teeth and gums, eating would be a pain, and you could become hesitant in opening your mouth to talk or smile because of...
While it brings much joy and excitement, being a healthy expecting mother requires a lot of work. Regular doctor visits, physical changes and preparing for the new person in your life take plenty of your attention. It’s no wonder simple tasks, such...
Back to school means the end of summer break and again with the long hours of separation between children and parents. For some, school is welcomed by both parties; parents can relax in peace, and kids are finally free from boredom. For others, on...
If it’s been a while since your last doctor’s exam, you’re not alone. Many men aren’t going to the doctor regularly for a wide range of reasons. But regular visits can be important to keep you healthy and identify health issues early on. Check out...
Augusta University’s Heart and Cardiovascular Services team has added two new physicians. Drs. Jacob A. Misenheimer and Haitham Hreibe can both be reached at 706-721-2426. Board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, Misenheimer...
Chop up ripe tomatoes and fresh herbs for homemade salsa that’s bursting with flavor. Number of servings: 8 (serving size ½ cup) Ingredients 6 tomatoes, preferably Roma (or 3 large tomatoes), diced ½ medium onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic...
Knowledge isn’t the only thing kids are bringing home from school. School is also a thriving ground where bacteria and germs spread — and your child is vulnerable to all of this. School is one of the most ideal places for bacteria to spread because...
The Compensation Committees for the boards of MCG Health, Inc., doing business as AU Medical Center Inc., and MCG Health System, doing business as AU Health System, Inc., will have a joint meeting at 5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22 in the Human Resources...
The Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Medical College of Georgia Physicians Practice Group Foundation, doing business as Augusta University Medical Associates, will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17, on the fourth floor of...
Kelly JasperThe Commerce Department’s National Institute of Standards and Technology has named Dr. Kevin Dellsperger, vice president and chief medical officer at AU Health System, as a Senior Examiner of the Board of Examiners for the 2016 Malcolm Baldrige...
The IGIVE campaign got off to a great start with the on the Health Sciences Campus on Aug.9. Three additional donation locations on the Health Sciences Campus will open Aug. 25: the Health Sciences Building lobby, the J. Harold Harrison, M.D...
Adam Ward, track and field and cross country head coach, and Andy Yurechko, registered dietitian, discuss what athletes should do to help their bodies recover after exercising. Be sure to visit the Olympics page for our latest Olympic-related...
This summer, the eyes of the world are on Rio de Janeiro. But once, not so long ago, the world’s attention was focused solely on Georgia. Watch as two of Augusta University’s athletic trainers recount their experiences from the sidelines...
Eric JohnsonThe addition of 24 new and repurposed beds in the medical center underscores the need for nursing staff, and the medical center is currently stepping up its efforts to recruit new nurses. The new beds, which will increase capacity in 8 South and NW...
As part of our continuing coverage of Augusta University alumnus and volunteer assistant coach Pardon Ndhlovu’s Olympic journey, we’re showcasing various ways other community and university stories intersect with his. Here, Andy Yurechko, a...
by Patsy Davis Can you guess what the three most underrated vitamins are? Here are a few hints: They are all around you. They are free of cost. They are accessible at any time of day. I’m talking about nature, fresh air and sunshine! But those...