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US spends most on health care but has worst health outcomes

WEBThe United States spends more on health care than any other high-income country but still has the lowest life expectancy at birth and the highest rate of people with …

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Coastal Health District offers new incentive for COVID vaccine

WEBGet paid to get a COVID vaccine: Coastal Health District offers new incentive. If you get the updated COVID vaccine on certain days in December, you could …

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Study links intermittent fasting to higher risk of heart issues

WEBNew research presented this week suggests intermittent fasting is linked to a 91% higher risk of cardiovascular death. WJCL 22 News spoke to a Savannah doctor …

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Your body needs these three forms of movement every week

WEBExercise changes the brain in a way that helps heart health, especially for people with depression. First is the movement your body is owed or requires every day, …

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What people should know about stress, according to a doctor

WEBThe problem arises when the body's stress response is continuous. A perpetual state of "fight or flight" could lead to many chronic problems. Individuals could …

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Ask Asa: Navigating health insurance open enrollment season

WEBAnd people who buy plans from the federal government's health insurance marketplace should prepare. Their open enrollment starts November 1 and runs through …

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Medical worker shortage; 'It's more than just nurses'

WEBThe American Hospital Association calls it a 'national crisis'. The health care workforce shortage has impacted more than just nurses. Surgical technologists, like …

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Made it through Dry January

WEBSAVANNAH, Ga. —. January's coming to a close and hopefully, your resolutions are still on track. For one popular resolution, today marks the final day. Dry …

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World Maternal Mental Health Day highlights public health crisis

WEBWorld Maternal Mental Health Day is a global initiative to raise awareness about the mental health struggles many women face during pregnancy and after …

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Savannah hospitals at full capacity

WEBSAVANNAH, Ga. —. Multiple hospitals in Savannah said they have reached full capacity. Both Memorial Health and St. Joseph's Candler they have dealing with a …

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Savannah native named as new director of Coastal Health District

WEBThe Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) announced a Savannah native to lead the Coastal Health District.Dr. Bonzo Reddick will now lead the agency, …

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Walmart will close all of its health care clinics

WEBWalmart, the largest retailer in the United States, will close all 51 of its health care centers in six states and end virtual health care services, the company said …

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Savannah: Health department confirms person bitten by rabid bat

WEBA person was bitten by a rabid bat in Savannah, according to the Chatham County Health Department. Advertisement. In information released Tuesday, the health …

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Jimmy Carter’s spirit ‘as strong as ever’ after year in hospice

WEB“After a year in hospice, on a daily basis we have no expectations for his body, but we know that his spirit is as strong as ever,” Jason Carter, Jimmy Carter’s …

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Jimmy Carter: What exactly is hospice care, who qualifies

WEBDr. Leana Wen: Hospice care is a type of specialty medical care for people near the end of their lives that focuses on maximizing comfort for the patient and support …

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A third of Americans could have had data stolen in big health care …

WEBA third of Americans may have had their personal data swept up in a February ransomware attack on a UnitedHealth Group subsidiary that disrupted pharmacies …

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'We're in the final chapter': Grandson gives update on Jimmy …

WEBAbove Video: Before and after the White House, Jimmy Carter's home remained in PlainsGeorgia native and former President Jimmy Carter is in "the final …

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Georgia: St. Joseph's/Candler opening facility at Hyundai plant

WEBAbove video: Your Monday headlinesWith the Hyundai Metaplant bringing several thousands of jobs to Bryan County and the region, St. Joseph's/Candler has …

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Chatham County: 'Give Change That Counts' initiative

WEBAccording to leaders, homelessness is still a very complex problem in Savannah and Chatham County.But, they’re hoping a new initiative helps with that …

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