SouthCoast Health experts have active ideas you and your sweetheart can do this weekend in Savannah to make up for those Valentine’s romantic dinners and chocolates.
See their active outings list here to do after your Valentine’s indulgences.
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Free mindful self-compassion workshops are being offered to the public in Savannah starting this month.
The first free workshop will be Wed., Feb. 26, 9AM-4PM at Chatham County DFCS. Find registration information and the schedule of all the free mindful self-compassion workshops offered through Oct. 28 here.
These trainings help participants learn fundamental concepts and skills in mindfulness and self-compassion. Workshops are a program of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion and organized by Chatham County Safety Net Planning Council, Inc.
Open to all residents including educators, law enforcement, medical and behavioral health providers, caregivers, students and community members.
Learn more about the benefits of the workshops – especially to educators – in our newspaper column here.
Thanks to funding from Chatham County, the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services and Pitulloch Foundation, and in partnership with Coastal Georgia Indicators Coalition and Gateway Community Service Board, organizers are able to bring this resource to our residents and schools at no cost to them
Register online here.
Wednesday, Feb. 26, 9AM-4PM at Chatham County DFCS
Wednesday, April 29, 9AM-4PM at Chatham County DFCS
Wednesday, June 24, 9AM-4PM at Chatham County DFCS
Wednesday, Aug. 26 9AM-4PM at Chatham County DFCS
Wednesday, Oct. 28 9AM-4PM at Chatham County DFCS
Your typical to-do list: Get to work, spend time with your family, be as productive as possible, cook a good dinner, clean up the house, de-stress, and, if you’re lucky, squeeze in time to work out.
“For so many people, and Americans especially, the last piece in that long list of daily to-dos often gets overlooked,” SouthCoast Health General Physician Dr. Leslie Sizemore stated. “But keeping everything in our life running the way we want involves being kind to our bodies and keeping ourselves as healthy as possible. As easy as it is to skip working out and eating healthy, it can have negative effects on us in the long run.”
Find tips here on to how to strike a balance between work and life that includes developing healthy habits.
Soar into the new decade at Be Well Hilton Head – a wellness festival like no other on America’s Favorite Island.
Be Well Hilton Head is guided runs, oysters, cocktails, meditation, beach biking, natural wines, and more. It’s an entire Wellness Weekend – Well Played. This inaugural Be Well Hilton Head event will be Jan. 30-Feb. 2, 2020.
Tickets are on sale now to over 20 invigorating activities including career coaching, basics of meditation, food & beverage experiences, and fitness classes. Find a full list of events here.
Make it a beach getaway with a special Be Well Room Rate or VIP Package at The Westin, and you’ll be at the center of all the festival action.
Click on the links below for more information.
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In order to be as involved as possible in your own health by being an informed patient, it’s good to learn what laboratory services are and why you might need them.
The SouthCoast Health Clinical Laboratory plays an active and key role in assisting their physicians to diagnose medical problems and manage the overall health care of their patients. The satellite laboratories and phlebotomy services located in each of SouthCoast Health primary care offices supplement their main full-service laboratory in Savannah.
Learn more about SouthCoast Health laboratory services here.
If you would like to schedule an appointment with any of SouthCoast Health’s 120 healthcare professionals that cover more than 20 specialties and services, then click here or call 912-691-3600.
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Different plant species begin pollinating at different times of the year, with some trees starting as early as late January in our area. By late February, tree pollination here is in full swing, according to SouthCoast Health Allergy Department in Savannah.
For those who have developed an allergy to pollen, pollen can trigger sneezing, congestion, itching of the eyes and upper airway, and even chest tightness with shortness of breath.
Do you have such allergies? Determining whether allergies are playing a role in producing symptoms is best accomplished by visiting an allergist who is certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology
Learn more here.
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Pediatrician searching in the Savannah or Pooler area?
The above is a review of Coastal Pediatrics, which has offices in Savannah & Pooler. Learn more about Coastal Pediatrics here.
Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405
Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322
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Soar into the new decade at Be Well Hilton Head – a wellness festival like no other on America’s Favorite Island.
Be Well Hilton Head is guided runs, oysters, cocktails, meditation, beach biking, natural wines, and more. It’s an entire Wellness Weekend – Well Played. This inaugural Be Well Hilton Head event will be Jan. 30-Feb. 2, 2020.
Tickets are on sale now to over 20 invigorating activities including career coaching, basics of meditation, food & beverage experiences, and fitness classes. Find a full list of events here.
Make it a beach getaway with a special Be Well Room Rate or VIP Package at The Westin, and you’ll be at the center of all the festival action.
Click on the links below for more information.
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When kids enter the doors @ Hyperformance Athletics in Savannah , they can’t keep still.
Their natural instinct is to climb, swing, and explore.
For Hyperformance Athletics’ 1st – 5th grade classes, kids spend time hanging, jumping, and yes, going upside down. While it looks like play, they are developing movement patterns that pay off later in sports. They are building stamina and confidence.
Come see how Hyperformance Athletics makes fitness fun!
2020 class times are:
Mondays 3:30 -4:15PM
Wednesdays 3:30-4:15PM
Saturdays 10:15-11AM
First class is free. Mom or Dad, you will need to fill out a waiver first, some come early!
(Ask about Hyperformance Athletics teen sports performance classes too!)
New Hyperformance Athletics location:
7805 Abercorn St.Ste 14E (White Bluff side)
Savannah, Georgia 3140
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Screen addiction isn’t just affecting our brains, it’s also affecting our bodies, says SouthCoast Health Physical Therapist Lisa Bettio.
“More and more people are coming to see physical therapists with neck pains, tendonitis of the hand, and bad posture,” Bettio stated. “The number one culprit of this is our daily use of cell phones and technology.”
Other negative side effects include: iHunch, iPosture, Text Neck, Texting Claw or Cell Phone Elbow.
There are a few simple solutions to help fight against those negative side effects. Learn more here.
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With 32 million Americans having food allergies including 5.6 million children under the age of 18, the question of “do I have a food allergy” is a concerning reality many people have to face.
“Reactions to food allergens can range per person,” SouthCoast Health Allergist Dr. Wasil Khan stated. “From something simple like sneezing and coughing to more serious reactions like, hives, swelling, and even blood pressure changes leading to unconsciousness and death from anaphylaxis. The best step for anyone who thinks they might have a food allergy is to see an allergist like me.”
If you’re asking yourself if you or your child has a food allergy, learn more here.
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SouthCoast Health physician Dr. Regina B. Dandy offers tips on how to make healthy New Year’s resolutions that you will actually keep here.
“We see a lot of patients asking questions about improving their overall health through lifestyle changes this time of year,” said SouthCoast Health physician Dr. Regina B. Dandy. “It’s really a great thing that so many people take the New Year mark as a time to think about their overall wellness and what they can do to improve, but the tricky part is actually changing your personal health habits.”
SouthCoast Health offers a wide array of services that can help you get there, including primary care physicians, nutritionists, physical therapists, diabetic counseling services, and more.
Learn more here.
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SouthCoast Health General Physician Dr. Keith Cobb in Savannah offers tips on how to make mental health a priority this holiday season.
“Mental health should be one of the biggest priorities for everyone in the season,” SouthCoast Health General Physician Dr. Keith Cobb stated. “But it’s vital to keep moving forward and progressing with our lives and our mental health. Just because it’s the holiday doesn’t mean your needs should take a back seat.”
Learn more here.
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You are invited to take a free class or two at a Holiday Open House this weekend @ Hyperformance Athletics in Savannah
The Open House will be Fri. Dec. 20 2019, 11AM – 2PM and Sat. Dec. 21 2020, 7:30AM – Noon.
Anyone is welcome to come tour Hyperformance Athletics new training facility, meet the coaches, and even take a free class or two (including kids’ classes)
Friday 12/20
30 minute classes at 11:30AM, 12:00PM, 12:30PM, and 1PM
Saturday 12/21
60 minute classes at 7:30AM and 9AM
30 minute classes at 10:15 and 11AM
Kids class (1st – 5th grade) at 10:15AM
Youth Sports Development (middle and high school) at 10:20AM
Find the full open house schedule and details here.
New Hyperformance Athletics location:
7805 Abercorn St.Ste 14E (White Bluff side)
Savannah, Georgia 3140
Pushing aside your wellness goals and exercise routine during the holiday season is not a good idea.
SouthCoast Health Primary Care Physician Dr. Robert Remler offers tips on how to jump start your healthy New Year’s Resolutions here.
“This time of year is infamous for skipping altogether daily exercise and calorie counting,” SouthCoast Health Primary Care Physician Dr. Robert Remler said. “It’s just as tempting to put weight loss and muscle building goals to the side until New Year’s rolls around, but waiting just makes everything a much harder and longer process.”
Get Dr. Remler’s tips on how to stay fit during the holidays here.
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No one has time to be sick – especially during the holidays.
As we enter peak flu season in Savannah, check out SouthCoast Health physician Dr. Thomas Moriarity tips below to stay well this year here.
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Are you an adult with ADHD? Does ADHD detract from your ability to apply your talents efficiently and effectively? Are you feeling “stuck” in your life?
Savannah Educational Consultants offers personal coaching and guidance for living well using current best practices:
· Learn effective strategies to manage your time and overcome procrastination.
· Learn effective communication skills that enhance your relationships at home, work and play.
· Establish a positive mind-set, enhance motivation and pursue goal achievement.
If you are interested in services or want more information, please call Savannah Educational Consultants at 912-238-9552.
Savannah Educational Consultants
130 Tibet Ave.
Suite 103
Savannah, GA 31406
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SouthCoast Health Nutritionist Elizabeth Hesley
Staying health during the holiday season is beyond tough.
But SouthCoast Health’s Registered Dietitian Elizabeth Hesley, MS RD LD can help you.
“It’s totally possible to eat healthily and responsibly during the holiday season if you go into this time of year with a plan,” SouthCoast Health Registered Dietitian, Elizabeth Hesley, MS RD LD said.
Learn how to overcome obstacles and stay healthy during the holidays here.
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SouthCoast Health general practitioner Dr. Leland Dampier said holiday break is a good time to encourage active, healthy habits with your family.
Find tips here on how to get your family up and moving in Savannah.
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“Does your family feel like it’s falling apart? Are you looking for a way to strengthen your family and minimize conflict?
Family Therapy may be just the thing to help your family get back on track.
Therapists at Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah work with families to bring unity and order back into their households. Click here to find out more about Family Therapy and if it may benefit your family.
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912-319-5552
Email: christina@watersedgecounseling.com
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Savannah Birth and Baby will host the First Annual Birth and Baby Expo Sat., Nov. 23 2019 at River Drive Crossfit in Savannah.
This FREE Birth and Baby Expo aims to provide resources for pregnant families and new parents.
The Birth and Baby Expo will feature classes, raffle prizes, interactive displays, a lactation lounge, food trucks, and a mimosa bar. As part of the event, Savannah Birth and Baby hopes to bring awareness to many of the under utilized birth and baby professionals in the area. Classes will include babywearing, prenatal yoga, baby massage, infant and newborn sleep, labor comfort measures, birth planning, and cloth diapering. In addition to vendors and classes, the event will be raffling off $10,000 in prizes from local Savannah area business. Any proceeds from the event will be donated to PACK Savannah.
Savannah Birth and Baby is a collective of individuals in the Savannah area that are committed to bringing resources to pregnant women and young families.
The holiday season is here along with to do lists, baking, planning, gift buying, and many extra activities.
How can you make this holiday season as stress free as possible?
Click here to read about some expert tips from our local therapists @ Water’s Edge Counseling in Savannah
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SouthCoast Health is proud to present the 11th annual United Way Turkey Trot on Nov. 28 2019 at Daffin Park.
SouthCoast Health has been the title sponsor of the event since it started back in 2009.
The Kids-K kicks off the fun-filled day at 8AM. This 400-yard race is perfect for children eight years old or younger, and it’s free with no registration required. At 8:15AM the Diaper Dash will start, with children ages two and under running 40 feet. Finally, the main run and walk of the 4-mile course begins at 8:30AM.
After the races, participants are invited to a post-race awards ceremony hosted at Daffin Park where they can enjoy food, beverages, and local vendors. The ceremony will include prizes for the top three overall male and female racers, the top three male and female racers in each age group, and additional awards such as the largest family, runner from farthest away, most senior, most junior, and best costume.
Race day registration is $40. T-shirt sizes may be limited.
Register online here or you can visit Fleet Feet located at 3405 Waters Ave. Savannah, GA 31404.
All proceeds for this event will go to local causes and charities through United Way. United Way is dedicated to creating solutions for communities around the world, with a focus on education, financial stability, and health. These solutions include works such as helping a child learn to read, donating money to make sure people have access to quality medical care, and speaking out in support of policies that provide better opportunities for the community.
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Pediatrician searching in the Savannah or Pooler area?
The above is a review of Coastal Pediatrics, which has offices in Savannah & Pooler. Learn more about Coastal Pediatrics here.
Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405
Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322
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