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Demystifying Menstruation

WEBMacon Periods Easier has provided over 23,000 menstrual products to residents and are making a difference.”. For some families, that difference is significant. “Having a period costs $12 to $20 a month. If you have more than one woman in your household, that …

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Fitness Corner: Building muscle like a woman

WEBLet’s talk about a major mean by which women can impact their own personal health and well-being — building muscle. By engaging specifically in strength training — weightlifting, calisthenics and other weight-bearing exercises — you can take your body and your …

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Black places and spaces: InTown’s proud legacy as a center of …

WEBThe stately two-story Victorian style home was built around 1890. Its exterior is accented with a multi-gable roof, a prominent porch, an asymmetrical front entrance and period sash windows. Inside is equally as wonderous. Guests are transferred immediately back in …

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Fitness Corner: Nutrition around Central Georgia

WEBTurkey wings, collard greens, and lima beans from Hen’s Nest (Macon) Oven roasted chicken, turnip greens, and sweet potato souffle from S&S Cafeteria (Macon) Pescado al ajo and fresh guacamole from Casa Mexico (Byron) This list is not exhaustive by any …

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Get to Know Dr. Renée Haynes

WEBGet to know Dr. Renée Haynes, district health director for the North Central Health District. Dr. Renee Haynes has been serving Macon-Bibb County as the district health director for just more than a year. Pursuing degrees in public health and medicine, she grew up in …

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We’re here and we’re pioneers

WEBThe following series is a portrait gallery of pioneers who have been working to advance equality and acceptance in Middle Georgia through courageous acts in a number of fields, first displayed at the Grand Opera House during Macon Pride 2021. Information about …

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The fourth trimester

WEBThis crucial period is referred to as what Betcher calls “the fourth trimester,” encompassing the birth and postpartum period, a time increasingly focused on healing and wellness. According to the CDC, about 60% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable, and …

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American Heart Month

WEBMiddle Georgia State University nursing students conducted blood pressure screenings while the participants took part in a healthy cooking class with various recipes as it related to utilizing typical food box distribution items while maximizing their budget.

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Women in Business 2020: Ellen J. Terrell

WEBA special advertising section championing our local women in business. In partnership with Cox Communications. Photo by Jessica Whitley. Navicent Health Foundation, Inc.

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No longer silent

WEBCOMPASS Cares is located at 180 Emery Highway in Macon and can be contacted at 833-789-5302. On-site pharmacy open to patients and the public, and specialty pharmacy focusing on HIV and Hepatitis C. Health innovation and planning center. Office space …

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United to end homelessness

WEBUnited to End Homelessness is hoping to do that by going out, boots on the ground, and capturing data. “Statistically, 85% of people experiencing homelessness will accept permanent supportive housing. What they won’t accept is a revolving door of graduated …

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Mental health matters

WEBHEALING UNSEEN WOUNDS. While still working to treat those with COVID-19, local hospital systems like Piedmont Macon and Atrium Health Navicent also are working to cure mental health wounds. Both systems have seen a surge in people seeking mental …

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Preserving our past, protecting our present, planning for our …

WEBThe second in a series of articles exploring the past, present and future of the Ocmulgee National Historical Park and Ocmulgee River corridor.

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Macon Home Receives Statewide Preservation Award

WEBThe prominent Beaux-Arts home, built in 1901, was designed by Macon architect Alexander Blair III for Wallace E. McCaw, president of the soap– and oil–producing Macon Manufacturing Company. McCaw is credited with creating the vegetable shortening …

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People & Pets: Unleashing Healthcare

WEBPeople and Pets clinics operate on a first come, first served basis for two-and-a-half hours. Each twofold, straightforward visit averages 20 – 30 minutes. After registration, the medical students screen for blood pressure and glucose, two big areas of health …

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Women in Business 2021: Teresa Luhrs, MD

WEBWomen in Business 2021: Teresa Luhrs, MD. A SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION CHAMPIONING OUR LOCAL WOMEN IN BUSINESS. SUBMITTED PHOTO. Women for Women’s Health PC. Owner. 1062 Forsyth Street, Suite 2A, Macon. 478-742-6738. …

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