…sick Staying Safe in Public Places: As you go out in public places, here are some helpful tips to stay safe: Community Events and Gatherings People are beginning to get together once again in the form of birthday parties, barbeques and other celebrations, but there are a few things to keep in mind when planning or attending a get together….
…at the very beginning of Scripture, there is a garden,” Thompson said. “These are places where you can be close to life and see the beauty of creation. They are places for quietness and contemplation, away from the clinical environment of the hospital. We’ve made it as nice as we can make it. But it is wonderful that we offer…
…places even if you are vaccinated. There are three reasons for this: 1. Masks protect you. While the vaccine should prevent you from having a serious case of COVID-19 if you’re exposed – and it may even prevent you from having symptoms at all – there is still a chance that you can get COVID-19. Wearing a mask of any…
…and places a clip around the neck of the aneurysm to halt its blood supply. Despite being more invasive, this method can have long-lasting effects. Both treatments aim to prevent further rupture and reduce the risk of complications associated with a ruptured brain aneurysm. Q: What’s the prognosis after a brain aneurysm? A: The outlook for an individual with a…
…the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates – which is primarily crushed stone, sand and gravel. Their products are used to build roads, bridges, homes, schools, places of worship and hospitals. They have 42 facilities across Georgia with more than 1,000 employees, including the Dahlonega Quarry in Lumpkin County. “Our mantra, ‘The Vulcan Way’, means doing the right thing, the…
…They will also be involved in research to increase the science of emergency medicine, all of this in service to our patients. I truly believe that NGMC is poised to be one of the best places to receive emergency care in the country.” Dr. Kalpana Prasad, program director of the Psychiatry residency program was equally excited for her new…
…and providers, everything has been designed with patient comfort and healing in mind.” While patients could previously visit both Longstreet Clinic’s Medical Oncology and Hematology and NGPG’s Radiation Oncology in Braselton, they had to travel to multiple places. Now there are less miles to drive and fewer steps to take. Plus, Longstreet Clinic more than doubled its previous space, adding…
…cardiologist places a small clip or multiple clips on the mitral valve to lessen or eliminate leakage. What does recovery look like after MitraClip? Usually the procedure only takes one to three hours, and most patients will go home in one to three days. Most patients will feel a noticeable improvement in their day-to-day activities and quality of life after…
…centers nationwide. Our approach ensures that you have access to leading expertise, right here close to home. Learn more Pulmonary hypertension clinic Pulmonary hypertension is a rare disease that results from increased pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs. This places strain on the heart as it tries to pump blood into the lungs and leads to symptoms of…
…and symptoms of life-threatening conditions, including cardiac arrest, heart attack and stroke. For many of these conditions, early intervention can make a huge impact on survival rate and care outcomes. In the case of cardiac arrest, early intervention includes CPR and early defibrillation with an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). There are many public places that have AED devices onsite, quickly…
…proximity of services and providers, everything has been designed with patient comfort and healing in mind.” While patients visiting Medical Plaza 1 could previously visit both Longstreet Clinic’s Medical Oncology and Hematology and Northeast Georgia Physicians Group’s Radiation Oncology, they had to travel to multiple places. Now there are less miles to drive and steps to take. Plus, Longstreet Clinic…
…– Fear of activities, places, thoughts or feelings related to the trauma, detachment from others Increased Arousal – Feeling overly alert or easily startled, difficulty sleeping, irritability or outbursts of anger, and lack of concentration Other symptoms linked to PTSD may include: Panic attacks Depression Suicidal thoughts and feelings Drug abuse Feelings of being estranged/isolated Inability to complete daily tasks Where can I get help?…
…or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Remember to disinfect frequently-touched surfaces in your house, car and/or workplace. Always wear your mask in public places and avoid close contact with others, especially if they have flu-like symptoms. Protect Your Heart Health During Flu Season It’s always important to listen to your heart and stay up-to-date with your health needs – and…
…Learn more S1501 Status: Temporary Hold Summary: Carvedilol in Preventing Cardiac Toxicity in Patients With Metastatic HER-2-Positive Breast Cancer Description: This phase III trial studies how well carvedilol works in preventing cardiac toxicity in patients with human epidermal growth factor receptor (HER)-2-positive breast cancer that has spread to other places in the body. A beta-blocker, such as carvedilol, is used…
BRASELTON, Ga. – For more than 1,000 years, stained glass windows have illuminated places of worship and remembrance. The most famous of such windows date back to medieval churches and cathedrals, but, in the 21st century, right here in our community, five story-themed stained glass windows grace The Henry Edward Braselton Chapel at Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) Braselton. The…
…meeting with: other fully vaccinated people people from a single household if those who are unvaccinated are at low risk. 3. Keep traveling limited Being fully vaccinated does not mean that things are back to normal. Continue to keep travel to a minimum. Other places still have COVID-19 guidelines in place to prevent creating a new COVID-19 variant. If you’re…
…our upcoming TV commercial. Find or capture some video footage or photographs of your “Our Journey…” moment at NGMC Upload your files through the submission form provided on this page. Deadline for submissions: December 23, 2020 While our journey through life may take us to different places, we all have one thing in common: our journey started together at NGMC….
…repair with MitraClip therapy, the MitraClip procedure provides patients with a less-invasive treatment alternative. During the procedure, a skilled interventional cardiologist threads a small tube (called a catheter) to your heart through a vein in your groin. Using the catheter, the cardiologist places a small clip or multiple clips on the mitral valve to lessen or eliminate leakage. With MitraClip,…