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Patients Benefit from PR
Just a year ago, Larry Ferguson was getting short of breath while doing the simplest of daily activities. Then, his doctor prescribed a little PR. Ferguson said PR changed his life. “I have lost 90 lbs., and no longer take a lot of the medications I used to have to take every day,” he said. “I...
Tagged: pulmonary rehabilitation, copd, cardiology
Wellness Center Offers Fit Camp for Kids
Are you looking for a great way for your child to stay active while out of school? This summer, the Wellness Center will host two fitness camps for children 8 – 12 years of age. Activities include games, competitions, aerobic dance, swimming, strength and sports skills, healthy eating, trust game...
Tagged: summer fitness, kids
Upson Welcomes Cassie Davis, NP
Upson Family Physicians in Thomaston has added Cassie Davis as a family nurse practitioner. Davis, 34, earned her masters degree as a family nurse practitioner in December from Kennesaw State University and passed her boards in January. She was immediately hired out of school by Upson Regional Me...
Tagged: medical college of georgia, forsyth
Your Heart’s in the Right Place at Upson
February has long been associated with matters of the heart – love, cupid, chocolate, even heart health. February is Heart Health Month, a month dedicated to improving the cardiovascular health of men and women. Cardiovascular diseases, including stroke, are our nation’s No. 1 killer. Alth...
Million Dollar Milestone
The Upson Regional Medical Center Auxiliary surpassed milestone in 2011 when the group’s donations to the hospital tipped over the million dollar mark. In recognition of the major milestone, Board Chair Norman Morris presented the group with a Proclamation of Auxiliary Appreciation Week. “These d...
Tagged: dr john blackburn, thomaston kiwanis club, upson county
