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November 20, 2009
Celebrating 10 Years of Promoting Wellness
Saint Joseph’s/Candler’s African-American Information & Resource Center has served more than 88,000 visitors.
November 19, 2009
Breast Cancer Holiday Tree Lighting
A celebration of life and a thank you to the people who work tirelessly at the Telfair Pavilion.
Georgia Regional Going Smoke & Tobacco Free
Lighting up will soon be a thing of the past for Georgia Regional Employees.
Smoking will not be allowed at the 7 state and regional psychiatric hospitals.
Kicking the Habit
A national day for reclaiming health takes place today. Today is the annual Great American Smoke Out. The American Cancer Society uses this day to encourage smokers to quit for at least 24 hours.
November 18, 2009
Day of Free Dentistry: Friday at Pooler Family Dental
More than 100 million Americans don’t have dental insurance and the Howard Dental Group is trying to help those in our area by hosting a free day of dentistry with Dentistry from the Heart. It will be held at the Pooler Family Dental office on Friday, from 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Women Give Thumbs Down To Breast Health Guidelines
Some women in Savannah believe the new guidelines are wrong.
Santa vs. Swine Flu
Santa and his helpers make plea for H1N1 vaccine. Sorboni Banerjee reports.
November 17, 2009
Medical Community Concerns About Mammogram Recommendations
Breast Cancer is the second most common form of cancer in the United States.
Task Force Mammograms Recommendations Denounced
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force says women should wait until 50 to get a mammogram and get one every other year. The taskforce also says self breast exams don’t matter.
Breast MRI
Breast MRI may help women with early detection and cancer treatment. Doreen Gentzler reports.
November 14, 2009
Cancer Awareness: Family Talks About Importance of Early Screenings & Memorial Poker Run
The Joyce Harrison Memorial Poker Run will be held on Sunday on Tybee Island. The community came together to organize the poker run in Joyce’s memory and to promote early cancer screenings. News 3’s Randi Hempel talks to Joyce’s family about what it means to have their friends and neighbors show their support.
Pancreatic Cancer: Purple Stride 5K Run/Walk
Dozens gather on Tybee Island to raise funds and awareness for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. News 3’s Randi Hempel introduces you to a family member of a loved one lost to the disease tonight on News 3.
November 13, 2009
Fertility Clinic Fiasco
Fertility doctor accused of impregnating patients with his own sperm. Diana Perez reports.
November 12, 2009
Expanding Swine Flu Vaccinations in Chatham County
More Injectable Swine Flu Vaccine has arrived.
Is A Decline In Blood Donations Due To Swine Flu?
The Savannah Chapter of the American Red Cross has seen a 3% drop in blood donations.
November 10, 2009
Kicked off Flight
Woman kicked off flight over swine flu fear. Josh Thomas reports.
Young Survivor
7-year-old battles rare and dangerous skin disease. Scott Burton reports.
Miss PreTeen Georgia Supports Tiniest Babies
Young with a charity to fight prematurity.
November 09, 2009
Health Care Bill Round One Over
Late Saturday the house narrowly passed The Health Care Reform legislation by a vote of 220 to 215.
New Masks Put to the Test
San Diego hospital is first to test new masks designed to protect from H1N1. Nicole Ward reports.
Adderall Abuse
Abuse of the prescription drug Adderall is on the rise. Brendan Higgins reports.
Swine Flu Scams
Beware of online “flu kits”. Heidi McGuire reports.
Sleep Away the Flu
A good night’s sleep is as important for fighting the flu as washing your hands. Tom Llamas reports.
November 06, 2009
Memorial Health Nurse Honored with DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses
A nurse at Memorial Health has been honored with the hospital’s first DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.
November 05, 2009
Playing By The H1N1 Priority Rules
The deal with kids and older adults when it comes to getting the H1N1 Vaccine.
November 04, 2009
First Shipment of Injectable Swine Flu Vaccine To Coastal Health District
Pregnant Women and Emergency Workers are top priority.
November 03, 2009
Who’s Reading Your Mammogram
Radiologists are responsible for reading your mammogram, but its not as simple as you may think.
Stressed Out
New study reveals facts about kids and anxiety. Kristen Dahlgren reports.
November 02, 2009
Need a Mammogram, but Can’t Afford it? There’s Help!
Many women put off getting mammograms because they can’t afford to pay for the procedure, they don’t have insurance or their insurance won’t cover it. News 3’s Randi Hempel tells you about a program at the Anderson Cancer Institute that can help. There’s also a community event you can participate in to remember a neighbor who passed away from cancer all while raising money to help others.
Broken Heart Syndrome
Suffering from a broken heart? It may be more serious than you think. Kristi Nelson reports.




