The Chatsworth Times

Mental health advocates urge Georgians to “vote for mental health"

ATLANTA – Mental health advocates urged Georgians Tuesday to “vote for mental health” at a press conference at the state Capitol. “Mental health is not a Democratic issue or a … more

By Rebecca Grapevine, Staff Reporter, Capitol Beat News Service | 10/26/22

Praluent injections significantly decrease LDL level

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 66-year-old male who was diagnosed about 15 years ago with mild coronary artery disease, with some blockages in my peripheral arteries. I was taking the maximum recommended … more

By Dr. Keith Roach | 10/23/22

Flu vaccines are widely available

ATLANTA – If you have not gotten a flu shot yet, do not wait any longer. Flu activity is already widespread in Georgia – earlier than we’ve seen in recent years. “Every … more

By Georgia DPH | 10/21/22

Make time for a mammogram

DALTON – In today’s busy world it’s easy to put off screening tests, like mammograms. But, it’s crucial to remember this: Breast cancer is typically easier to treat when found … more

By Hamilton Health Care System | 10/18/22

The pink porch message AdventHealth Murray is challenging our community to light porches pink to shine a light on breast cancer. AdventHealth Gordon, AdventHealth Murray and AdventHealth Redmond have distributed 20,000 light bulbs across Northwest Georgia and no longer have light bulbs available for this year’s campaign but you can still support the Light Your Porch Pink movement by purchasing a pink light bulb at your local hardware store. When lighting your porch pink, be sure to take photos and share them on social media with the #PinkPorchGA hashtag along with your reasons for shining a light on breast cancer. You can also honor — or remember — a loved one with breast cancer by emailing their name to gor.communicationsag@AdventHealth.com. Each name will be printed for a mural to display in the hospital during October.

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10/17/22

Mental illness is common, but recovery is always possible

The first week of October, this year the 2nd through 8th, is recognized as Mental Illness Awareness Week. And even though that may have already passed, it is still a good opportunity to talk about … more

By Melanie Dallas | 10/12/22

COVID, monkeypox on decline in Georgia

ATLANTA - Cases of COVID-19 and monkeypox are continuing to decline in Georgia, officials with the state Department of Public Health reported Tuesday. COVID cases in Georgia are down about 80% since … more

By Dave Williams, Bureau Chief, Capitol Beat News Service | 10/12/22

AdventHealth Murray named remote treatment stroke center

AdventHealth Murray has been designated as a Remote Treatment Stroke Center by the Georgia Department of Public Health Office of EMS and Trauma. AdventHealth Murray is now listed on the Specialty … more

Submitted by AdventHealth Murray | 10/10/22

Mayor K.W. Gong of Chatsworth signs October is Cancer Awareness Month Proclamation. With him are Karen Penland, Christy Nation, and Cathy Dodd of the Murray County Health Department.

Early detection the focus of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and public health officials in the North Georgia Health District are reminding women that routine screening helps detect cancer at an early stage when it is … more

By Georgia DPH | 10/9/22

AdventHealth Murray challenges community to light porches pink

AdventHealth Murray has challenged the local community to light porches pink to spread awareness of breast cancer during October. One out of every eight women will receive a breast cancer diagnosis … more

Submitted by AdventHealth Murray | 10/4/22

Scammers and the Omicron vaccine

The latest scam against seniors appears to have started the very day the new Covid omicron vaccine was announced as being approved by the Food and Drug Administration.The call I received promised to … more

By Matilda Charles | 10/2/22

Herbal product can help soothe stomach discomfort

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had gastroparesis for many years. About two years ago, it led to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (which I once read about in your column). I worked with a dietician for … more

By Dr. Keith Roach | 10/2/22

Hamilton to host Pink Day event

DALTON – Hamilton Health Care System will host a Pink Day event on Friday, Oct. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Burr Park, 101 South Hamilton St. The theme is “More than a color, more than a … more

Submitted by HMC | 9/30/22

Three benefits of a morning walk

When you wake up in the morning, movement might not be your first priority, whether you find it easy to hop out of bed first thing in the morning or routinely struggle by hitting the snooze button. … more

By Aaron Mendez, Bradley Wellness Center | 9/26/22

Hernia not connected to asthma meds

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 80 years old, still work full-time and have generally good health, except for adult-onset asthma. Advair 250/50 was prescribed for me over 10 years ago, and I’ve been … more

By Dr. Keith Roach | 9/25/22

Dallas: September is Suicide Prevention Month

Suicide is a difficult topic. Not only is there a great deal of misunderstanding about suicide but myths about why people choose suicide and who might be at risk are pervasive. September is Suicide … more

By Melanie Dallas, Highland Rivers | 9/25/22

AdventHealth Murray challenges public to light porches pink

Throughout the month of October, AdventHealth Murray is challenging our community to light porches pink to spread awareness of breast cancer. We are shining a light on breast cancer, which affects … more

Submitted by AdventHealth Murray | 9/19/22

Incontinence caused by an enlarged prostate calls for medication

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 55-year-old male in good health and was diagnosed with a slightly enlarged prostate several years ago. My primary care doctor said he wasn't concerned enough to prescribe any … more

By Dr. Keith Roach | 9/18/22

Kemp, Atlanta leaders lay out plan to address major hospital closure

ATLANTA – The state will funnel $130 million in federal COVID relief funds to Grady Memorial Hospital to help offset the impact of the looming closure of WellStar’s Atlanta Medical Center … more

By Rebecca Grapevine, Staff Reporter, Capitol Beat News Service | 9/15/22

Freedom from Smoking program planned

DALTON – Peeples Cancer Institute at Hamilton Medical Center will host its next American Lung Association seven-week Freedom from Smoking Program beginning on Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 11:30 a.m. … more

9/15/22