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Meet Emmanuel
“I am grateful for every day I get a chance to see him thrive. He is walking, talking, and such a happy boy! He is doing things I was not sure he would be able to do.” – Jasmine, Emmanuel’s mom Jasmine and Elfondrick Lumpkin were both overjoyed and nervous when they found out they …
Albany, GA | Dec. 29, 2021 – The expected surge in COVID-19 cases in southwest Georgia related to holiday gatherings and the rapidly spreading Omicron variant is here. The number of patients hospitalized with COVID at Phoebe hospitals has jumped 153% in the last two weeks, from 17 on Dec. 15 to 43 today. Unfortunately, as the …
Start the School Year off Healthy It is that time of year again; school is in session. This can be exciting but also overwhelming time. At Phoebe, we have you covered! Let our medical staff help you and your children stay healthy this year. > Read More Tips to Stay Healthy at School The lazy …
Summertime is officially here! Whether you’re heading out for a hike, camping, fishing or lounging around the pool, there are so many great ways to enjoy the great outdoors and warm weather. But, as with any activity there are precautions we can take to avoid accidents, and stay safe and healthy. Here are some tips …
It’s natural to want to get outdoors during the warm days of summer. After all who doesn’t want to be swimming, sunbathing, playing on the beach or even grilling out with friends and family? While summer means plenty of fun in the sun, make sure you’re not overdoing it. Here are some summer safety tips to …
Albany, GA | May 25, 2021 – The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has designated Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital a Level 1 Emergency Cardiac Care Center, Georgia’s highest level of emergency cardiac care. Phoebe is the first and only hospital in Georgia south of Macon to earn this designation. “We are delighted to achieve this Level …
Albany, GA | May 20, 2021 – A new healthcare option is coming to Lee County. Thursday, Phoebe broke ground on an urgent care clinic at Lee Crossings on US Highway 19 South. The clinic will be located in a growing part of southwest Georgia, adjacent to a Publix Supermarket and Chick Fil A restaurant. “We …
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Albany, GA | April 13, 2021 – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today recommended a pause in the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. Phoebe received its first shipment of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine in the last few days and has not utilized …
Albany, GA | September 2, 2020 – Phoebe has made substantial progress in its work to earn Level II Trauma Center designation from the state for its main emergency center. Phoebe’s trauma team is wrapping up a 12-month data collection process that started last September and is an important step that must be completed before applying …
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Phoebe and Flint River Fresh (FRF) are partnering to provide fresh, locally-grown produce to people throughout the community who have limited access to healthy, affordable food. Leaders from both organizations officially opened a new community garden in the 200 block of W. 5th Ave. during a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday. “Phoebe and Flint River Fresh …
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Melvin Woodard
Melvin Woodard At 90, Woodard underwent TAVR and was back to the things he loved in three days.
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Vincent Rush
Vincent Rush Rush had an extensive history of heart disease issues. In 2015, he underwent cryoablation to cure his irregular heartbeat, and was back in his normal routine in three days.