The physicians and staff of Baldwin Bone & Joint are pleased to announce the association of Dr. Keith Spain, fellowship-trained primary care sports medicine specialist, to its orthopaedic team. …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
12/21/23
|
In an act of generosity, former Governor Don Siegelman, Pastor Gary Furr, and entrepreneur Bart McCorquodale teamed up to relieve the burden of medical debt for thousands of Alabama residents. …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
3/1/24
|
Baldwin Bone and Joint will be hosting Lunch & Learn events in Baldwin County in January. The informational events are offered complimentary but require an RSVP. On Thursday, Jan. 11, join Holly …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
12/13/23
|
Alabama physicians are hopeful that a new federal rule from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) could alleviate delays in patient treatment for those enrolled in government-sponsored …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
2/26/24
|
The overwhelming majority of opioid overdose deaths are due to illicitly manufactured fentanyl. Here's what physicians at the American Medical Association (AMA) want you to know as the drug overdose …
more
By StatePoint
|
10/20/23
|
Alabama hospitals and fertility clinics are reacting to the Alabama Supreme Court’s recent ruling that frozen embryos can be considered children under state law.
When the court made its …
more
By MELANIE LECROY
Lifestyle Editor melanie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 2/22/24 |
SPANISH FORT — While 2023 marked Prodisee Pantry's 20th anniversary, it also concluded with the pantry having an increase of family visits, volunteers and pounds of food distributed.
…
more
By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/5/24 |
Throughout the month of October, Testing 1, 2, 3 and Nautilus Hearing is providing free memory and balance and limited hearing tests around Baldwin County.
This confidential and anonymous …
more
By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 9/11/23 |
The holiday season is typically a time of love, joy and family traditions. But for families with loved ones living with Alzheimer's or dementia, ensuring safe and meaningful celebrations can be …
more
By NATALIE WILLIAMSON
Reporter natalie@gulfcoastmedia.com | 12/20/23 |
FOLEY — South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley is on Newsweek magazine's list of top hospitals in Alabama for 2024. The hospital was eighth in the list of top hospitals in the state. …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
11/7/23
|
On Wednesday, Jan. 24, the American Lung Association is set to unveil its 22nd annual "State of Tobacco Control" report. This comprehensive assessment evaluates both state and federal …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
1/18/24
|
In celebration of Valentine's Day, Mental Health America (MHA) is inviting individuals to join the fun with its "Spread The Love" e-card campaign, promoting not only love but also hope and support …
more
By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 1/31/24 |
In the blink of an eye, New Year's resolutions can lose their luster, particularly when they veer into the realm of the unattainable. Ann Payne-Johnson, M.D., M.S. Family Medicine Center USA Health …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
1/22/24
|
You've either set the goal to eat healthier or your provider recommended some changes in your diet, but where do you begin? And when you go to the grocery store, it's so easy to be overwhelmed with …
more
By LeAnne Bolton, M.S., RDN
Oncology Nutrition Coordinator USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute | 9/19/23 |
Patients seeking surgical treatment for obesity and its related conditions have a high-quality choice for receiving care at USA Health Providence Hospital Bariatrics, which recently became the only …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
11/8/23
|
FAIRHOPE — Coastal Pharmacy will open their doors to the public on Monday, Nov. 6, at 9 a.m. at their new at 1960 Greeno Road in Fairhope next to Chicken Salad Chick. The pharmacy will offer …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
11/7/23
|
Baptist Heart and Vascular Institute (BHVI) provides specialized care for patients experiencing heart failure at its Heart Optimization Clinic, located at the new Baptist Hospital campus at 125 …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
12/12/23
|
BAY MINETTE — When cancer struck close to home, Edith Perkins looked for ways to cope and to help as her sister battled the disease.
She picked up a crochet needle and found a way to do …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
11/8/23
|
Schedules are filling up with travel and holiday celebrations with friends and family. However, the American Red Cross is urging people to set aside some time to make a lifesaving blood donation. As …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
12/11/23
|
Responding to a critical need for blood donations in the local area, Baldwin EMC is collaborating with LifeSouth to address the shortage through an emergency blood drive.
The cooperative will …
more
GCM Staff Report
|
1/31/24
|