Savannah Health News (Georgia, United States)

Savannah, GA – Pi Fitness in Savannah, GA, a non-profit gym, can win $50,000 from Pepsi Refresh with the help of community voters.

The Savannah Walk to End Alzheimer’s will happen on Saturday, October 15, and Historic Johnson Square will Fill with Purple.

Armstrong Atlantic State University’s College of Health Professions, Mercer University’s School of Medicine, and South University have collaborated to start the Savannah Student Chapter of the Institute for Health Care Improvement (IHI).

Georgia Southern University President named Honorary Chair for the Statesboro Walk to End Alzheimer's.

Jane Vaden Thacher, President of Vaden Automotive supports Savannah Walk to End Alzheimer's

Savannah Advertising Federation Awards presented to Savannah Tech's Gail Eubanks and Dina Stoneking of Memorial Health.

Ben Brodhead L.Ac., M.Ac.O.M will talk about acupuncture modalities including National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, NADA, protocol,.

Judith Horstman is an award-winning journalist who writes about health and medicine for doctors as well as the general public. She will be a guest on Ageless Radio on Feb 11 discussing the effects of love on the brain.

Full time nurse part time arathon swimmer Pat Gallant-Charette swam the English Channel at age 60 and then founded the charity event "Swim for Your Heart, Feb 14". Listen to Agless Radio on Feb 11 to hear her story.

Humorist Jeanne Robertson tells her story of what happened when her You Tube video went viral. Peter Brodhead, of Brighter Day, will talk on health, vitamins and supplements. Attorney, Charles Snyder discusses social security survivor benefits.

Students at Armstrong Atlantic State University's Biodynamics Center helped conduct the first studies measuring impact forces associated with pushup exercises and the effect that adjusting the angle of the foot has on muscles during calf raises.

Savannah, GA – Pi Fitness in Savannah, GA, a non-profit gym, can win $50,000 from Pepsi Refresh with the help of community voters.

During the month of December, Dr. David Davies at First Choice Wellness will offer $15 chiropractic adjustments, when patient brings in any canned-goods. All the collected food will be donated to American's Second Food Harvest

Ageless Radio will feature a certified personal trainer on benefits of stretching, the CBS travel editor, an audiologist on risk of hearing loss and new assistive technologies, and TV personalities from WTOC11's Mid-Morning Live.

The November 5 Ageless Radio show will feature good-for-you guru Peter Brodhead, a certified nutritionist, Kyle Nikola, an expert in funeral pre-planning, and Lisa Winstel, COO of the National Family Caregivers Association.

Tamara Porter, a senior respiratory therapy student at Armstrong Atlantic State University, won the 2011 James Ancil Lewis Scholarship awarded by the Georgia Society for Respiratory Care (GSRC).

The Savannah Walk to End Alzheimer’s will happen on Saturday, October 15, and Historic Johnson Square will Fill with Purple.

Kick-Off Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Celebrate Survivors.

Ageless Radio announces its October 1st line-up: Peter Brodhead, certified nutritionist, on nutrition for weekend athletes; Amy Goyer of AARP on grandparents raising grandchildren; and Charles Snyder, attorney, on Social Security disability.

Armstrong Atlantic State University’s College of Health Professions, Mercer University’s School of Medicine, and South University have collaborated to start the Savannah Student Chapter of the Institute for Health Care Improvement (IHI).

Campen Eye Care, a leading provider of laser eye surgery in Savannah and Hilton Head, GA, expands its presence with a new online marketing initiative.

MedBank Foundation, Inc., a non-profit organization that helps chronically ill, un- and underinsured residents obtain free medications from pharmaceutical companies, proudly announces recent improvements to its Savannah program.

Georgia Southern University President named Honorary Chair for the Statesboro Walk to End Alzheimer's.

Ageless Media Network announces its August 13 radio show line-up: Carl Kotheimer on collecting fine art photography; Peter Brodhead on supplements to support weight loss; and Eric de Weerd on mosquito control for West Nile Virus prevention.

The July 30th Ageless Radio show is the second half of a summer double-header with Peter Brodhead on nutrition for longevity, Charles Snyder on Social Security Disability, and Mary Nestor-Harper on finding a job.

Jane Vaden Thacher, President of Vaden Automotive supports Savannah Walk to End Alzheimer's

Ageless Media Network announces its Ageless Radio guests/topics for July 23rd: Peter Brodhead, Certified Nutritionist; Charles Snyder, social security attorney; Mary Nestor-Harper, career coach; and Alicia Arocho, massage therapist.

For the 12th consecutive year Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) in Savannah, Georgia, has been named one of the nation’s Most Wired hospitals.

American Red Cross Expert Advice on Excessive Heat

Savannah Advertising Federation Awards presented to Savannah Tech's Gail Eubanks and Dina Stoneking of Memorial Health.

Jennifer Gleitsmann and Jessica Jacobson, Armstrong Atlantic State University students in the Radiologic Sciences Department, each received a 2011-2012 Varian Radiation Therapy Student Scholarship of $5,000.

Louella Banez, a radiologic sciences student at Armstrong Atlantic State University, has been selected to participate in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) 2011 Student Initiative Program.

From April 25-30, the Armstrong Atlantic State University Police Department will participate in the National Take Back Initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

YMCA Teen Achievers and Savannah Chatham Student Leadership students attended the Georgia Model United Nations in Macon

Live Well MD is an integrative medical practice utilizing innovative & cutting edge anti-aging technology in preventative medicine. Specializing in weight loss, nutrition, bio-identical hormone therapy-BHRT, & minimally invasive cosmetic procedures.

The YMCA of Coastal Georgia opens their ninth branch in McIntosh County at the Darien Outlet Mall. Grand Opening on Saturday, January 15th.

Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) in Savannah, Georgia, has been recognized for quality performance in a nationwide hospital quality improvement project.

Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) in Savannah Georgia is one of only five sites in the entire United States selected to participate in a pilot study for the TRIUMPH® Lumbar Disc for treatment of degenerative disc disease .

A $5,000 grant from JCPenney Afterschool will give the Habersham and the Richmond Hill YMCAs of Coastal Georgia the opportunity to help more children and teens participate in safe, life-enriching afterschool programs during this school year.

The YMCA of Coastal Georgia has partnered with the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy’s (ONDCP) National Youth "Above the Influence" Anti-Drug Media Campaign to empower teens to reject drug use and other risky behaviors.

First Choice Wellness is the first and only multi-discipline clinic in the Savannah area having a Chiropractic Physician and a Medical Physician on staff

Dr. Cox is trained in advanced urological care for men and women, including da Vinci robotic prostatectomy, laparoscopic prolapse repair and outpatient surgical management of stress urinary incontinence. Dr. Cox speaks both English and Spanish.

“Deedah” will be shown at the National Down Syndrome Congress Convention this Saturday and Sunday in Orlando, Florida.

This new community event is aimed at recognizing the excellent contributions made by workers with Down syndrome.

All American Pressure Cleaning is the only certified roof cleaning company in Savannah, Georgia.

Joining their line of all organic, human-grade ingredient, premium dog treats, Oliver Bentleys introduces their new soap for dogs - a handmade blend of aromatic and pure essential oils that promotes healthy skin and naturally repels fleas

The Ion Generator provides a natural way to improve indoor air quality for individual homes and businesses.

Steven Eagle, Managing Partner of Seacrest Partners, Inc., will serve as this year’s Walk Chairman for The Georgia Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s annual Light The Night® Walk.

All American Pressure Cleaning is now offering Spring House Wash discounts for Savannah, Georgia residents looking to have the mold,mildew and pollen washed off their homes.

The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society, a local non-profit that provides outreach to families touched by Down Syndrome, has announced its newly elected Board of Directors.

Learn the benefits of having your home pressure cleaned by the Savannah's Best Power Washing Company, All American Pressure Cleaning

Oliver Bentleys, Ltd dog biscuits are now available online through www.oliverbentleys.com, and at a growing number of retail establishments across the U.S. including the Four Seasons Atlanta, the city’s only 5-star, 5-diamond dog-friendly hotel

The amount of information that children with Down syndrome understand far exceeds what they are able to communicate in their early years.

Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) is Savannah’s top-rated hospital, and is among the top 10 hospitals in Georgia for cardiac care, vascular surgery, spine surgery, stroke care, pulmonary care, critical care, and gastrointestinal care.

Local Physician announces CHOOSE WELLNESS SAVANNAH Lecture Series on Optimal Dose Vitamin Therapy for the Prevention of Chronic Disease.

(CHICAGO, IL, - USA / SARDINIA, ITALY) Giuseppe Pinna has been named Vice President of the Smeraldina Corporation, producers of Acqua Smeraldina, a natural artesian water now available in the United States.