February 11, 2009 RSS feed / Health

Diabetes in Children

Diabetes is a group of diseases that affects how the body uses sugar in our diet. There are two types of diabetes. Type 1 is the most common type of diabetes in children and is due to a lack of the hormone insulin. More...

A Blueprint for Action: Livable Communities for All Ages

The Greater Savannah Coalition on Aging and its partners are presenting a day-long symposium entitled "A Blueprint for Action: Livable Communities for All Ages," Experts from across the nation will be presenting on the issues surrounding the impact More...

Prizes Offered to Entice Blood Donors During Time of Need

In an effort to encourage more people to give blood and boost dwindling supplies, Memorial University Medical Center and the Savannah Community Blood Bank are offering prizes for donors. More...

American Diabetes Association Hosts FREE Valentine's Day Party

The American Diabetes Association will be hosting a FREE Valentine's Day Party for all children and teens with diabetes on Sunday, February 15, 2009 at the Diabetes Wellness Center at Memorial Hospital from 2:00 PM till 4:00 PM. More...

Georgia Department of Community Health to Hold Electronic Health Information Forum

The Georgia Department of Community Health, Office of Health Information Technology and Transparency, will hold a forum to educate consumers on electronic health records on Monday, February 23, at 4:30 p.m. More...

EyeCare America Offers Free Eye Exams

EyeCare America, a public service program of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, is reminding seniors that sometimes, "The Best Things in Life are Free," and, that you can't put a price tag on love, friendship or the importance More...