- New Augusta University organization leaves impact on campus and in the communityby Kevin Faigle on September 26, 2023 at 2:05 pm
“We’re trying to make this club free and accessible for all students. We primarily focus on all health care types of fields like pre-med, pre-dental, pre-occupational therapy, so we’re trying to get all the students involved," said Saad Tanzeem.
- Augusta University’s VolunTeen and VolunJag programs open the door to health care careersby Staff on July 13, 2023 at 1:00 pm
“Everyone involved and everyone I interacted with were awesome. They are all so qualified, passionate and dedicated to their work. I learned a lot," said program participant Kyara Vences.
- Augusta University, MCG team up with local students to build better relationships with pediatric patientsby Stacey Eidson on June 28, 2023 at 6:00 pm
For two weeks this summer, April Hartman, MD, the division chief of General Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia, and Melanie Kitchens O’Meara, PhD, an associate professor of performance studies in the Department of Art and Design, worked with members of Theatre AUG and local middle school students to teach them dramatic acting skills in order to become pediatric standardized patients for mock appointments with medical students.
- CureSearch awards $1.2 million for pediatric cancer research at Georgia Cancer Center, Children’s Hospital of Georgiaby Denise Parrish on June 15, 2023 at 2:29 pm
The funding will help support a Phase 1 trial that, if successful, could improve the quality of life for patients at Children’s Hospital of Georgia and beyond.
- The adventures of Dr. Doodle: MCG student’s books help children tackle everyday challengesby Kevin Faigle on June 6, 2023 at 4:00 pm
“I definitely wanted to get some knowledge out, at least the basics, to the children, making sure that they grow up healthy with a proper lifestyle and everything. That was kind of the motivation," said Augusta University student Vikash Ayyappan.
- Augusta University nursing grads celebrate commencement along with wedding anniversaryby Laura Evans on May 9, 2023 at 7:00 pm
Christopher and Elizabeth Cawley will graduate with Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees and celebrate their five-year wedding anniversary this month. Both have chosen to work at Children's Hospital of Georgia in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit after graduation.
- Georgia Legislature 2023 session recapby Milledge Austin on April 26, 2023 at 3:00 pm
The 2023 Georgia legislative session wrapped up earlier this month, beginning a 40-day period known as bill review, where Gov. Brian Kemp and his staff review the passed legislation and then sign it into law.
- Health Center Credit Union CEO among those honored at Augusta University Alumni Weekendby Kevin Faigle on April 26, 2023 at 1:00 pm
“We try to follow what the university is passionate about. We raise money for the Georgia Cancer Center and work with Paceline ... we want to make sure we do our part," said Stacy Tallent, who is being honored during Alumni Weekend at Augusta University.
- Novel treatment regimen appears well tolerated, beneficial to children with relapsed brain tumorsby Toni Baker on April 25, 2023 at 12:00 pm
The first in-human study of a new immunotherapy that blocks a natural enzyme that tumors commandeer for their protection was well tolerated by children with relapsed brain tumors and enabled many to have unexpected months of a more normal life, researchers say.
- Medical College of Georgia scientists work to protect the vision of premature babiesby Toni Baker on April 20, 2023 at 12:00 pm
With preterm birth, the still-immature retina can develop a potentially blinding eye disorder known as retinopathy of prematurity.
- Volunteers are vital to the mission of Augusta Universityby Karen Klock on April 19, 2023 at 4:00 pm
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month and is dedicated to the importance of the volunteers who serve not only the campus, but also the community.
- Children’s Hospital of Georgia receives grant for cancer care from Jordan Spieth Family Foundationby Denise Parrish on April 3, 2023 at 1:00 pm
Grant from Jordan Spieth Family Foundation will support a social worker and patient travel expenses.
- Wellstar Health System, Augusta University Health System reach agreement for statewide health care partnershipby Staff on March 31, 2023 at 2:30 pm
Wellstar, AUHS and Augusta University share a mission to create a healthier future for Georgians and solve health care challenges across the state. Through this partnership, they plan to make a transformational impact on improving the health and well-being of every patient they serve.
- Masters of their craft: Augusta University alumnus Rafy Bassali thrives on investing in city’s futureby Stacey Eidson on March 28, 2023 at 2:57 pm
Augusta University alumnus Rafy Bassali, who is the owner of the local boutiques The Swank Company and Posh Tots along with the outdoor gear store, Escape Outdoors, began buying a number of vacant commercial properties in downtown Augusta in 2010. He now owns more than 30 properties in the Augusta area.
- Asumda joins MCG, CHOG as clinical geneticistby Jennifer Hilliard Scott on October 14, 2022 at 12:00 pm
Genetics impacts every disease, so hiring a geneticist is essential to providing the most comprehensive care for our pediatric patients.
- Dr. Luis Velasquez-Zarate, pediatric pathologist, joins faculty of MCG, CHOGby Toni Baker on October 5, 2022 at 12:00 pm
The new pediatric pathologist will expand diagnostic and treatment services provided to children.
- Augusta University honored in Cyber City’s Best competitionby Kevin Faigle on August 24, 2022 at 5:24 pm
As voted by the readers, Augusta University was named top college or university, AU Health was named top hospital or medical center and AU Dental Associates was named best dental clinic.
- Graduation Week 2022: Medical College of Georgia grad aspires to improve mental health for young patientsby Kevin Faigle on May 11, 2022 at 6:00 pm
“We have really strong pediatrics across the state, but we don’t necessarily have strong mental health. So if we had a central model of mental health that started at MCG or another institution, you would be able to consult with pediatricians across the state.”
- Kevin and Brittany Kisner receive Augusta University President’s Awardby Denise Parrish on May 9, 2022 at 2:02 pm
President's Award honorees partner with the Children's Hospital of Georgia to boost mental health services.
- Students invited to Augusta University Health career fair April 27by Paige Boeke on April 25, 2022 at 4:05 pm
Positions are available in medical and allied health fields as well as support fields like marketing, business management, facilities services, information technology and more.
- What’s happening at Augusta University? Week of Feb. 28-March 6by Kevin Faigle on February 28, 2022 at 2:00 pm
This week includes: A walk to raise money for the Children’s Hospital of Georgia, an invention that turns a frown into a smile garners a state award and a grant to help researchers further their pursuit of answers.
- What’s happening at Augusta University? Week of Feb. 21-27by Kevin Faigle on February 21, 2022 at 2:00 pm
This week: Future educators will have a chance to find their first job, American music will resonate throughout Maxwell Theatre and a study says less may be more when it comes to red blood cell transfusions in newborns who require ECMO.
- Current national trend of using two access points to put newborns in respiratory failure on ECMO increases mortality, study findsby Toni Baker on February 15, 2022 at 1:35 pm
An assessment of nearly 250 newborns placed on ECMO because of respiratory failure over 17 years indicates that when breathing, not heart function, is the problem, the safest path is a single cannula in the right internal jugular.
- Red blood cell transfusions can increase mortality rates of newborns on ECMO, study findsby Toni Baker on February 14, 2022 at 2:00 pm
Less may be more when it comes to blood transfusions for babies who need lifesaving ECMO.
- Reuters visits Children’s Hospital of Georgiaby Lisa Kaylor on January 19, 2022 at 6:37 pm
On Jan. 14-15, Hannah Beier from Reuters photographed staff at Children’s Hospital of Georgia as they cared for pediatric patients who were diagnosed with COVID-19. At the time they were published, these photos were among the few in the country that showed the virus’s effect on children from a medical perspective. Reuter’s photos are available The post Reuters visits Children’s Hospital of Georgia appeared first on Children's Health.
- Augusta University nursing students deliver gifts to Children’s Hospital of Georgiaby Laura Evans on December 15, 2021 at 8:35 pm
“It was amazing to see how eager the students were to pull out their wallets and donate any cash and coins they had.”
- LGBTQ Youth Mental Healthby Children's Hospital of Georgia on July 16, 2021 at 6:01 pm
According to the Trevor Project, 42% of LGBTQ youth considered attempting suicide in the past year and 70% stated their mental health was “poor”. “LGBTQ youth have an elevated risk of mental health problems”, says Dr. Christopher Drescher, psychologist and associate professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior at Augusta University. Factors that The post LGBTQ Youth Mental Health appeared first on Children's Health.
- Doctors Who Are Alliesby Children's Hospital of Georgia on June 25, 2021 at 5:52 pm
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Children and adults who belong to the LGBTQ+ community often times face healthcare discrimination and lack of access to care. “The impression a patient gets from a doctor’s office starts as soon as they walk in the door,” said Dr. Christopher Drescher, a psychologist and associate professor in the Department The post Doctors Who Are Allies appeared first on Children's Health.
- The Facts About Teen Pregnancyby Children's Hospital of Georgia on May 10, 2021 at 2:24 pm
If your child is nearing the teen years, it may be time to discuss teen pregnancy. Your daughter or son should know the risks, challenges and lasting impact of having a child during adolescence. Parents, here are four teen pregnancy facts you should know. 1. Teen Pregnancy Rates Are High in the United States Since The post The Facts About Teen Pregnancy appeared first on Children's Health.
- Why Physical Education Is Importantby Children's Hospital of Georgia on May 10, 2021 at 2:17 pm
You already know that physical activity is an important part of your child’s health. But the benefits of physical education in schools go beyond the advantages of physical activity. Read on for some of the ways that physical education can improve your child’s health, happiness and overall well-being. Physical Education Explained Physical education, or PE, The post Why Physical Education Is Important appeared first on Children's Health.
- Children and Hemophiliaby Children's Hospital of Georgia on May 10, 2021 at 2:11 pm
Hemophilia, a rare genetic disorder that keeps blood from clotting normally, isn’t preventable. Around 33,000 people in the United States have hemophilia, and 60% have a severe form of the disease. Minor childhood injuries like a scrape or cut can have severe consequences for children with hemophilia. When the condition is caught and treated at The post Children and Hemophilia appeared first on Children's Health.
- 3 Signs Your Child May Have Type 1 Diabetesby Children's Hospital of Georgia on May 3, 2021 at 3:41 pm
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder that causes the pancreas to stop making insulin. Unlike Type 2 diabetes, Type 1 diabetes can’t be prevented. It’s a serious health condition that requires close monitoring, but the symptoms can be easy to miss. Symptoms can appear suddenly or gradually, and they can sometimes be mistaken as The post 3 Signs Your Child May Have Type 1 Diabetes appeared first on Children's Health.
- Healthy Fat for Your Kidsby Children's Hospital of Georgia on May 3, 2021 at 1:41 pm
Editing your child’s menu to include only the right kinds of fat can help keep their development on track. Not all fats are bad. Children’s bodies need specific fats known as unsaturated fats, to perform many important functions, including: assisting in the absorption of vitamins building brain and nerve tissue building hormones suppling the body The post Healthy Fat for Your Kids appeared first on Children's Health.
- What to Expect at Your Daughter’s First Gynecologist Appointmentby Children's Hospital of Georgia on April 13, 2021 at 8:51 pm
Gynecologists specialize in women’s health, specifically the female reproductive system. They care for both adults and growing adolescents. As a parent, it’s normal to feel nervous before your child’s first gynecologist appointment. Your child may also feel shy and reluctant to visit a new doctor. Knowing what to expect can help both you and your The post What to Expect at Your Daughter’s First Gynecologist Appointment appeared first on Children's Health.
- 7 Signs Your Teen Needs to See a Mental Health Providerby Children's Hospital of Georgia on April 13, 2021 at 8:38 pm
How to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health issues. Since becoming a teenager, your once-happy child has become moody. Life stinks, and it seems there’s nothing you can do to make things better. If this sounds familiar, you may wonder if this is normal teenage stuff or if it’s worth having your child The post 7 Signs Your Teen Needs to See a Mental Health Provider appeared first on Children's Health.