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Atrium Health Navicent’s Dr. Dennis Ashley Receives National Leadership Award

5.30.2023

Award of Distinction for Outstanding Leadership presented by Trauma Center Association of America Dr. Dennis Ashley, trauma medical director for Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center, has been recognized nationally for his contributions to advance trauma care in Georgia.

Atrium Health Navicent Physicians Remind Drivers that ‘Roadway Safety is No Accident’

5.25.2023

As the summer travel season begins, Atrium Health Navicent physicians want to remind motorists that “Roadway Safety Is No Accident.” During the month of May, which is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month and Trauma Awareness Month, motorists should remember that safe riding and driving practices, and cooperation from all road users, will help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on our nation’s highways. “Our roadways continue to become over-crowded, drivers are more distracted now than ever before, and safety hazards are growing, thus contributing to this rapidly evolving crisis,” said Dr. Dennis Ashley, medical director of Trauma Services at Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center. “Raising awareness and supporting prevention efforts is more important now than ever.” Nationwide in 2020, there were 5,579 motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes.

Atrium Health Navicent EMS Externship Program Graduates Inaugural Class

5.24.2023

After passing state exam, students will be hired at Atrium Health Navicent Since January, a group of 10 students has been engaged in real-world training to become emergency medical technicians (EMTs) as part of a new Atrium Health Navicent externship program. Friday, the students will graduate in a ceremony celebrating the end of their studies prior to taking a state licensing exam in June.

Join Atrium Health Navicent in Raising Awareness for Asthma and Allergies

5.23.2023

May is a peak time for asthma and allergy symptoms In observance of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, Atrium Health Navicent encourages the community to help raise awareness for the medical conditions and urges those with untreated symptoms to seek treatment. Asthma and allergies affect more than 100 million people in the United States and May is a peak time for symptoms, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.

Join Atrium Health Navicent in Recognizing National Stroke Month

5.22.2023

Central Georgians are at an increased risk for stroke Atrium Health Navicent invites the community to participate in a 10-day Stroke Wellness Challenge in observance of National Stroke Month this May. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds.

Atrium Health Navicent, Central Georgia Technical College Partner to Offer On-campus Student Health Services

5.19.2023

CGTC to become first Georgia technical college to offer on-campus student health services Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) is set to become the first higher education partner with Atrium Health Navicent for student health services in Georgia. The two organizations will solidify the agreement in a ceremonial signing on May 19, making CGTC the first technical college in the state to offer on-campus health care services to students.

Lower Your Skin Cancer Risk with Tips from Atrium Health Navicent

5.17.2023

Three blistering sunburns during your lifetime are enough to be considered high risk May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and doctors at Atrium Health Navicent want to remind you to be sun-safe when planning summer activities. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light, an invisible type of radiation that comes from the sun, tanning beds and sunlamps, can lead to skin cancer, as UV rays are especially damaging to skin cells.

Atrium Health Navicent Offers Tips to Help Improve Women’s Health

5.16.2023

National Women’s Health Week is observed May 14-20 The community is invited to join Atrium Health Navicent in recognizing May 14-20 as National Women’s Health Week. Beginning on Mother’s Day each year, this week serves as a reminder for women to take care of themselves and to make their health a priority.

Atrium Health Navicent Urges Pregnant Women to Stay on Track with Prenatal Care

5.11.2023

May is Preeclampsia Awareness Month and doctors at Atrium Health Navicent want to help raise awareness about the condition which results in the deaths of 70,000 mothers and 500,000 babies worldwide each year. Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-specific condition that occurs after 20 weeks of pregnancy and affects about 4 percent of expectant mothers.

Join Atrium Health Navicent in Thanking Nurses During National Nurses Week

5.9.2023

The community is invited to join Atrium Health Navicent in recognizing National Nurses Week by thanking the health care system’s nearly 1,600 nurses for their tireless dedication and the exceptional patient care they provide every day. National Nurses Week is held annually, beginning on May 6 (RN Recognition Day) and ending on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, who is recognized as the founder of the modern nursing profession.