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3 weeks ago

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Keeping Organized: Properly store your photo collection

Andi's introduction to her series on photo organizing.

4 weeks ago

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Medical Monday: National Cancer Survivors Day

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – National Cancer Survivors Day on June 4 is a chance to celebrate and honor cancer survivors. Valerie Guyton-Culver is a survivor of colon cancer. She came on Daybreak to talk about how cancer impacted her and what got her through it. Coliseum Medical Centers is celebrating Sunday, June 4 at 2 […]

1 month ago

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Medical Monday: Group pregnancy

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – There’s a new approach to prenatal care that’s on the rise. Group pregnancy replaces one-on-one care between physician and patient with a group setting. Gloria Bryson, Coordinator for the Centering Pregnancy Program at Navicent Health came on Daybreak to discuss group pregnancy. She says there are many benefits to the Centering Pregnancy […]

1 month ago

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Medical Monday: Knee pain

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you’re feeling pain in your knee, it may be worth seeing a physician. Dr. Bill Barnes, from Piedmont Orthopaedic Complex, came on Daybreak to talk about treatment options. He says you may notice pain from walking up stairs and it generally starts in your 40’s. Dr. Barnes will prescribe anti-inflammatory […]

2 months ago

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Medical Monday: Signs of a stroke

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Reacting quickly to a stroke could save your or your loved one’s life. According to the American Stroke Association, someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds and it is the fifth-leading cause of death. Denise Goings, Stroke Program Coordinator at Navicent, came on Daybreak to discuss the […]

2 months ago

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Medical Monday: National Stroke Awareness Month

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month, Coliseum Health System is reiterating the signs and symptoms of strokes. Kristen Ankrom, Stroke Program Coordinator at the Coliseum, says people need to remember the acronym FAST. The “F” stands for facial drooping, the “A” stands for arm weakness, “S” is slurred speech and […]

2 months ago

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Medical Monday: Child abuse awareness

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you notice your child acting out of the ordinary, communicating less with other people, or trying to avoid a specific person – it could be red flag of abuse. Kem Sanderson, Director of Crescent House Navicent Health came on Daybreak to talk about child abuse awareness. She says the most important […]

2 months ago

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Coliseum Health System launches volunteer pet therapy program

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Patients at the Coliseum hospital may be in for a nice surprise while they’re getting treatment – a visit from a furry, four-legged friend. Patti Jones is the Director of Service Excellence for the Coliseum Health System and is also a passionate volunteer for the new pet therapy program. She came […]

3 months ago

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Medical Monday: Autism

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Autism is a developmental disability that results in behavioral and social challenges. One in 68 children are diagnosed with the disorder. In recognition of National Autism Awareness Month, Dr. Elizabeth Young at Navicent Health, came on to talk about autism. She says parents should be concerned if their child exhibits problems […]

3 months ago

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Medical Monday: Getting checked for cancer

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – For most children and adults, it’s encouraged to get check by a doctor at least once a year. Catching cancer early is the best way of beating it. Aime Clance from Navicent Health came on Daybreak to discuss the importance of getting checked. She says the most obvious reason to get […]