Archive for the ‘Community Outreach’ Category

SGMC Health and the Valdosta-Lowndes County YMCA are pleased to offer the Safe Sitter® babysitting course for middle school students in the local community. This initiative aims to equip young teens with essential life and safety skills needed for babysitting, home alone situations, and caring for younger siblings.  Safe Sitter® is a nationally recognized non-profit […]

SGMC Health is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual Volunteen Summer Program for high school students. This unique program offers participants an invaluable opportunity to dive into the inner workings of SGMC Health, fostering a passion for healthcare and community service.  The SGMC Health Summer Volunteen Program provides an immersive experience, allowing students to observe […]

The SGMC Health Foundation is proud to announce the launch of its “Jump Start a Heart” program, an initiative designed to provide Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and essential training to rural communities and organizations. This lifesaving program was ignited by a heartfelt donation from the family of the late Mrs. Mary Carrell Morrison, a beloved […]

SGMC Health is hosting its signature fundraising event for men’s health, the 3rd annual Glow on the Green Golf Tournament on March 8, 2024. Registration is open for interested individuals or teams.  The unique event offers participants the opportunity to experience glow-in-the-dark golf on a premiere course. The tournament will be held at Kinderlou Forest Golf Club, designed […]

Lakeland Dentistry recently contributed $20,000 to SGMC Health Lanier through the Georgia HEART Hospital Program.    This generous donation reveals a commitment beyond the dental chair. By supporting SGMC Health Lanier, Lakeland Dentistry contributes to the overall health and wellness of Lanier County residents. Past Georgia HEART gifts have allowed SGMC Health Lanier to make necessary […]

SGMC Health is excited to announce the launch of an engaging and educational podcast, “What Brings You in Today?” Hosted by the health system’s marketing team, the podcast empowers listeners to learn more about healthcare topics directly from seasoned physicians and medical professionals.  Each episode will feature a discussion on areas of interest to the general […]

SGMC Health was recently recognized by the National Safe Sleep Hospital Certification Program as a Gold Safe Sleep Hospital for its commitment to best practices and education on infant safe sleep.   Created by Cribs for Kids®, a national infant safe sleep organization, this program awards recognition to hospitals that demonstrate a commitment to reducing infant […]

Volunteers and employees of the Tree House Thrift Shop present Hospice of South Georgia leadership with a $115,000 donation during National Hospice and Palliative Care Month Hospice of South Georgia (HOSG) and Langdale Hospice House, an affiliate of SGMC Health, received a $115,000 donation from The Tree House Thrift Shop during National Hospice and Palliative […]

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, South Georgia Medical Center is encouraging all eligible women to get their annual mammogram screening during the month of October and raising awareness of breast cancer prevention, screening, and treatment with its Pamper and Prevent campaign.  In its third year, Pamper and Prevent engages the community with local […]

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and women’s health, SGMC’s Breast Center will be offering 50 free 3-D mammogram screenings to women who are uninsured and have a demonstrated financial need for their annual screening at the SGMC Berrien Campus in Nashville.   According to the American Cancer Society, breast cancer is the second most […]