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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 1d

Congrats to Maria Bridwell, the 2025 James R. Lientz Humanitarian Award recipient!

Recognized as “someone who instinctively runs toward those in need, never away,” Bridwell was chosen from among 115 fellow co-workers representing 65 departments.

More at www.sjchs.org/resource-hub...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 1d

40% reduction in breast cancer mortality in 40 years? That's the power of clinical trials! 💪

The Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion (LCRP) is a leader, one of only 13 sites participating in the ASCO CDK Study to improve breast cancer dosing strategies.

Learn more: www.sjchs.org/resource-hub...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 2d

Patients in Bryan/Claxton/Vidalia deserve the same high-tech infusion as Savannah. Our Pembroke Infusion Center has 12 chairs, a chem lab, & is staffed by Summit Cancer Care MDs (incl. Dr. Robertson). World-class care, local setting. sjchs.org/resource-hub...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 3d

Feeling isolated by a movement disorder? You don't have to be. 🤝 Join our FREE luncheon to connect with experts & community. Space is limited & registration is REQUIRED!

📞 RSVP: 912-663-6803 or 📧 [email protected]

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 3d

We're celebrating a wonderful step in our health education partnership with Bryan County Schools! St. Joseph's/Candler donated a cache of medical equipment—including an EKG machine, blood draw chairs, and a centrifuge—to the new healthcare simulation lab at Richmond Hill High School.

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 3d

St. Joseph’s/Candler and the Smart Women Committee would like to thank the many organizations and individuals who donated to this year’s Smart Women raffle. It was a HUGE success! Proceeds from the raffle benefit the Telfair Mammography Fund which helps women in need..

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 4d

A massive day for Womens Health in Savannah! Our 18th Mammography Day screened well over 240 women across the region. Early detection saves lives!
Can't afford a mammogram? Call 912-819-7055 (Telfair Mammography Fund). Support a local woman's screening: Text PTTP to 50155.

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 8d

BAM! Savannah City Hall just got a major pink makeover! Mayor Van Johnson, WSAV's Tina Tyus-Shaw, Alderman Nick Palumbo and St. Joseph's/Candler President & CEO Paul P. Hinchey joined forces for the ultimate light show, all to champion Breast Cancer Awareness.

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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 8d

Want a stronger immune system & better protection against chronic disease? 🛡️
The secret is antioxidants! Dietitian Nonie Gandhi explains how these nutrients counteract everyday cell damage from things like pollution & aging. See the surprising food list: www.sjchs.org/resource-hub...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 9d

The St. Joseph's/Candler Mobile Mammography Unit rolled up to WSAV today for the Paint The Town Pink campaign and fundraiser for the Telfair Mammography Fund. WSAV's Tina Tyus-Shaw highlighted a crucial message: Breast cancer isn't just a women's disease.
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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 10d

Think of your annual lab results as the ultimate report card for your body. Getting regular health screenings and reviewing them with your primary care physician is the key to living a longer, healthier life! www.sjchs.org/resource-hub...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 10d

For National Lung Cancer Screening Day, the Lewis Cancer & Research Pavilion (LCRP) is offering a limited number of FREE Low-Dose CT Scans on November 8. Sign up today! www.sjchs.org/services/lcr...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 11d

Rachael Nicole Dye Arney never met her grandmother, Juanita. But Juanita's story—a life lost to breast cancer at just 38—compelled Rachael to act. Then, in August 2024, the phone rang. But this time, the story wouldn't end the same way. www.sjchs.org/services/lcr...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 23d

This is what it's like to be one of only 25 healthcare systems in the world to have SIX MAGNET NURSING DESIGNATIONS for exceptional patient care and nursing skill. Our St. Joseph's/Candler nursing co-workers were honored in Atlanta yesterday at the international Magnet conference.

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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 23d

The drawing is Friday, October 10! Get your tickets now to enter this year's Dazzling Diamond Dig for a chance to win two beautiful pieces of jewelry. You do not have to be present to win. Purchase your ticket by filling out the form in the link: www.sjchs.org/about-us/fou...

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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 24d

Death rates from breast cancer have been dropping for 20 years. Researchers believe that’s due to early detection through screening and increased awareness. “Mammography is the best detection for early breast cancer,” says mammographer Pattie Barnes. www.sjchs.org/resource-hub...

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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · 24d

Schedule your appointment today! The St. Joseph's/Candler Mobile Mammography Unit will be at WSAV on October 22, 2025, providing mammograms. WSAV on-air talent will be stopping by to see patients. sjchs.as.me/schedule/c91...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Oct 1

“We are here as patient advocates. We are here to help guide them through the emotions of a new cancer diagnosis. We answer questions, break down information that was provided by the physician and more often a shoulder to lean on.” www.sjchs.org/resource-hub...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Oct 1

Paint The Town Pink is back and celebrating breast cancer survivors and promoting breast health. Community partners have planned a month of dance parties, races, car shows, drink specials and more to support the Telfair Mammography Fund. www.sjchs.org/services/mar...

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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Sep 26

Is your body trying to tell you something? To find out, you need to know your numbers, or biometrics. Knowing these numbers can help identify those at high risk for heart disease, prediabetes and diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity.
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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Sep 25

At the Telfair BirthPlace, infants have their hearing screened twice as part of their routine evaluation. The screening is performed shortly after birth and a second time before mom and baby are discharged.
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St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Sep 24

We wish all of our wonderful Sisters of Mercy a joyous Mercy Day! We were honored to treat our Sisters to a luncheon yesterday to celebrate the founding of their order.

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Sep 22

Eradicating any microscopic cancer cells, and therefore reducing the risk of recurrence, is the ultimate goal of radiation therapy. Advanced technology is helping physicians achieve that goal with fewer side effects and more time saved for the patient. www.sjchs.org/resource-hub...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Sep 19

Meet Chris Pincince, building operations manager for St. Joseph’s/Candler’s outlying properties including the Pooler, Black Creek and Richmond Hill campuses and other satellite offices from Rincon to Brunswick and all others in between. www.sjchs.org/home/about-u...

St. Joseph's/Candler @choosesjc.bsky.social · Sep 19

Meet Chris Pincince, building operations manager for St. Joseph’s/Candler’s outlying properties including the Pooler, Black Creek and Richmond Hill campuses and other satellite offices from Rincon to Brunswick and all others in between. www.sjchs.org/home/about-u...