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Students at Coastal Alabama Community College's Fairhope campus are addressing critical issues like substance abuse, suicide and the opioid epidemic through the power of podcasts.
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GCM Staff Rport
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8/8/24
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South Baldwin Regional Medical Center has received a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for 2024.
The CMS star ratings, released on July 31, evaluate …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/7/24 |
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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline— It's okay to use it if you feel like you need to. You're not strange. You're not a failure. And you're not alone.
Feeling depressed and …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/2/24 |
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Bone & Joint of Daphne is expanding its team with the addition of Taylor Lewis, a seasoned occupational therapist with over a decade of clinical experience.
Lewis, who has specialized in …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/2/24
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The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) has expanded its newborn screening program to include two additional treatable genetic disorders, aiming to improve early detection and treatment for …
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GCM Staff Report
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8/1/24
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As Lyme disease continues to pose significant health risks, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging the public to heed its warnings. The bacterial infection, spread by …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/1/24 |
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Moms relying on Enfamil Gentlease, Enfamil AR or Reguline formulas might face stock issues after a tornado struck a formula distribution center. The Alabama Department of Public Health has announced …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/31/24 |
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A new direct primary care clinic, Island Life Personalized Medicine, is set to open on July 22, offering a fresh take on healthcare for the coastal community.
Led by Maggie Wallace, CRNP, the …
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GCM Staff Report
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7/27/24
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The National Eye Institute, a division of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), marks July as Healthy Vision Month, spotlighting eye health and celebrating opticians and other eye care …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/26/24 |
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Exposure to pesticides poses significant risks to reproductive health, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These chemicals, widely used to control pests in both …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/25/24 |
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MONTGOMERY — The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) is issuing guidelines to protect animal health in response to the detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) …
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GCM Staff Report
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7/25/24
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AltaPointe Health, a leading provider of primary and behavioral healthcare, is launching a hiring initiative to fill various positions across its expansive healthcare system.
Serving Alabama for …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/24/24 |
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Mental health remains a critical issue in the United States, with over one in five adults living with a mental illness, according to the National Institutes of Mental Health. In 2021, this figure …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/24/24 |
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Life is a journey, filled with smaller paths we all must take. Some paths are easy; others are difficult.
For those facing mental health and substance abuse issues, the journey can be especially …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/23/24 |
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The University of South Alabama (USA) has been chosen as a clinical site for a national research study on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
The study, titled Diverse Vascular …
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GCM Staff Report
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7/13/24
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After 35 years of serving Baldwin County, Dr. Lynn Yonge is retiring from Bay Medical Family Practice.
Dr. Mitchell Hudson has joined Bay Medical to take over the care of Yonge’s patients, …
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GCM Staff Report
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7/12/24
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During July, also known as Ultraviolet Safety Month, folks in coastal Alabama know the drill: stay cool, hydrated and sun-smart. Whether you're hitting the beach or working in the yard, sun safety is …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/12/24 |
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As summer heats up, the risk of sunburn and heat-related illnesses increases, posing significant health challenges.
Despite numerous health warnings, many still fall victim to the sun's intense …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 7/12/24 |
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In response to the alarming rise in opioid overdoses, community partners are joining forces to provide crucial training and resources to Baldwin County residents.
The Community Overdose …
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GCM Staff Report
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7/10/24
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This time of year, it's hard to escape sharks – on TV at least. But perhaps that heartbeat-like theme from "Jaws" – ba-dump, ba-dump – has you wondering, "What might I learn about …
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By American Heart Association News
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7/10/24
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