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Join Atrium Health Navicent in Observing Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

9.20.2023

Pediatric physicians at Atrium Health Navicent Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital encourage the community to join them in observing September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This month is a time to honor children with cancer, childhood cancer survivors, children who have passed away from cancer, their families, and all of the health care providers, researchers and caregivers who are dedicated to improving the lives of children with cancer.

Join Atrium Health Navicent in Raising Awareness about Gynecological Cancers

9.14.2023

September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month and physicians at Atrium Health Navicent encourage the community to talk to their health care providers about the most common types of gynecologic cancers as well as treatment options. Gynecologic cancers are cancers of the female reproductive system, and all women are at risk for developing one of these cancers.

Atrium Health Navicent Breast Care Center Designated as Breast Imaging Center of Excellence

9.12.2023

American College of Radiology accreditation is recognized as the gold standard in medical imaging The American College of Radiology’s (ACR) Commission on Quality and Safety and the Commission on Breast Imaging have designated Atrium Health Navicent Breast Care Center as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. Located at Atrium Health Navicent Peyton Anderson Cancer Center and Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center in Macon, Atrium Health Navicent Breast Care Center provides diagnostic imaging services used both in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.

Feeling sick? Schedule an Atrium Health Navicent eVisit with Your Own Doctor

8.31.2023

Since their inception, eVisits have been a convenient, affordable way to get virtual care for minor conditions without an appointment. Thanks to an Atrium Health Navicent program expansion, patients can now complete an eVisit with the Atrium Health Navicent doctors and nurses they already know and trust.

Atrium Health Navicent, Central Georgia Technical College to Hold Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate New On-campus Health Clinics

8.28.2023

CGTC is first Georgia technical college to offer on-campus student health services Atrium Health Navicent and Central Georgia Technical College (CGTC) will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, Aug. 29 to celebrate the opening of new on-campus health clinics at the college’s Macon and Warner Robins locations. CGTC is the first technical college in the state to offer on-campus health care services to students.

Atrium Health Navicent Offers Support for Breastfeeding Mothers

8.24.2023

Studies have demonstrated considerable health benefits for mothers who breastfeed their babies for 12 months, and for their babies. As part of Atrium Health Navicent’s continuing commitment to improve community health for all, including mothers and their babies, physicians urge the community to support breastfeeding mothers and join in raising awareness during National Breastfeeding Awareness Month and Black Breastfeeding Week which is observed Aug. 25-31.

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center Achieves Redesignation as Level I Trauma Center

8.22.2023

Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center is one of only five adult Level I trauma centers in Georgia Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center has achieved redesignation as an American College of Surgeons (ACS) verified Level I trauma center. The Medical Center was originally designated as a state Level I trauma center by the Georgia Department of Public Health in 1998.

Atrium Health Navicent Physicians Urge Community to Catch Up on Vaccinations

8.16.2023

August is National Immunization Awareness Month Atrium Health Navicent physicians urge the community to catch up on recommended vaccinations this month in observance of National Immunization Awareness Month and to take preventative steps to improve health and wellness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued new guidelines recommending that adults ages 60 and older talk to their doctors about receiving a single dose of the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine.

Atrium Health Navicent’s Genetic Testing Can Help You Determine Your Cancer Risk

8.15.2023

When cancer is inherited, it’s due to a genetic defect called a mutation. According to the American Cancer Society, between 5 percent and 10 percent of all cancers are inherited.

Atrium Health Navicent, Fort Valley State University Partner to Offer On-campus Student Health Services

8.11.2023

Campus health clinic to open this fall Atrium Health Navicent and Fort Valley State University (FVSU) have partnered to offer on-campus health services for students, faculty and staff beginning fall 2023. The partnership has evolved from a relationship between leaders at Atrium Health Navicent and FVSU, which led to a discussion about ways to enhance students’ health and well-being through services offered on campus. “This partnership will increase access to quality health care close to home for students, faculty and staff at Fort Valley State University,” said Atrium Health Navicent President Delvecchio Finley. “Eliminating barriers individuals may face in seeking health care, and offering a convenient clinic near classrooms will make it easier for students, faculty and staff to live healthier lives.