July is Health Vision Month!
It’s always important to take care of your eyes, to protect them and take preventive measures to preserve your vision. Eye health is often something people don’t think about as much, especially in comparison [...]
What We All Need to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease
Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, a progressive neurological disorder that leads to a continuous decline in memory, thinking, behavior, and social skills. Who is Affected by Alzheimer’s? Age and gender are [...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental health includes your emotional and social well-being, which influences how you think, feel and act. Having good mental health does not mean you will always be in a good mood or immune from [...]
Sinus and Allergy Season is Upon Us!
It’s that time of year again. Spring is in the air, and so are all of the things that can upset or irritate our sinuses, causing the over 100 million Americans who suffer from [...]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!
When it Comes to Colorectal Cancer, Knowledge is Power! In the ongoing fight against cancer, early detection and an accurate diagnosis are critical to proper treatment and successful outcomes. This essential knowledge can come [...]
February is National Cancer Prevention Month!
Prevention is Key! Did you know that 40% of all cancer diagnosed and nearly ½ of all deaths from cancer in the Unites States can be attributed to preventable causes? Factors such as physician [...]
Did You Know that January is National Blood Donor Month?
The month of January is designated as National Blood Donor Month in the United States. Due to holiday celebrations, inclement weather, and cold and flu season, the winter months are often a time of [...]
Take Advantage of Our January Thyroid (TSH) Blood Screening Special!
DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY Macon Community Hospital will be offering FREE Thyroid (TSH) Blood Screenings! THE THYROID MAKES HORMONES that regulate the way your body uses energy, and it also plays an important [...]
Recognizing Reasons for Stress, and Ways to Find Some Relaxation!
The holidays are here, and if you’re like most people, you may find yourself feeling a bit stressed out during this time of year. So, What is Stress? In simple terms, stress [...]
Understanding Diabetes: Risks, Testing and Management
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. It’s important to know the statistics, prevention methods, testing options, and to be able to recognize the [...]