Healthy Savannah Recognizes Georgia Southern University as a “Breastfeeding Welcome Here” Space

Healthy Savannah has officially recognized Georgia Southern University (GS) for providing designated lactation spaces for breastfeeding and nursing students, staff and guests.

In a brief ceremony held on Weds, July 9, Armand Turner, Healthy Savannah’s executive director, bestowed a certificate of recognition to GS officials at the Health Professions Academic Building, Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus.

Read the whole story at the Savannah Business Journal

CHC: Creating Healthier Communities awards funds to Georgia communities to help prevent one of the most common forms of cancer

Creating Healthier Communities (CHC) announced three new partnerships addressing cervical cancer prevention efforts in Augusta, Macon, Savannah, and the surrounding counties. The multi-faceted collaboration,...Read More

Savannah Physical Fitness Resources

The Savannah area and Chatham county have many facilities and opportunities to get active and fit!  Find a park or community center near you....Read More

Healthy Savannah and its REACH Team are Growing

August 30, 2024 Food Policy Council coordinator, Fund Development director and Communications manager appointed to support the health equity needs of Chatham County’s priority...Read More

Health Savannah celebrates retirement of executive director

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — She led Healthy Savannah’s journey for 17 years, Sunday the community celebrated and thanked Paula Kreissler at a tribute honoring...Read More

Savannah Corner Store Program Awarded $10k City Grant

April 11, 2022 – Six local stores are now participating in the Corner Store Initiative to make healthy food choices the easy choice in...Read More

Georgia Leaders Join Forces to Drive Heart Health Initiatives Across the State

American Heart Association announces 2024-2025 Statewide Advocacy Committee ATLANTA, Nov. 5, 2024 — Eleven prominent Georgia leaders have been appointed to the American Heart Association’s...Read More

Healthy Savannah tackles summer COVID wave with awareness campaign

Healthy Savannah stopped by the WJCL 22 News studio to share their new COVID-19 awareness campaign. According to the CDC, COVID cases are rising...Read More

A fresh start for Healthy Savannah; New Director shares goals for future

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – New year, new leadership, and a fresh focus on health! Healthy Savannah is stepping into 2025 with a brand-new executive...Read More

Healthy Savannah’s Faith and Health Coalition to host April 21 Faith Walk at Lake Mayer

April 10, 2024 – Healthy Savannah’s Faith and Health Coalition will host a free community event to celebrate health, wellness and springtime fun on...Read More

Healthy Savannah’s Faith and Health Coalition hosts May 4 ‘Faith Walk’ at Lake Mayer

This Sunday, you’re invited to take part in a free community event to celebrate health, wellness and springtime fun.Pastor Yolanda Roberson, executive pastor of Kingdom...Read More

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Healthy Savannah Announces Tree Planting Ceremony Honoring Founder Dr. Otis Johnson

January 16, 2026 – Healthy Savannah, in partnership with the Savannah Tree Foundation, will hold a special tree planting ceremony in honor of its...Read More

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