Local breastfeeding program manager discusses breastfeeding laws, supporting new moms
(WTOC) – As working moms return to work after giving birth, did you know there are breastfeeding laws in the State of Georgia? Dr....Read More
Police Memorial Trail reopens in Savannah, helping link Daffin Park to Lake Mayer
Savannah’s Police Memorial Trail officially reopened on Monday, Nov. 29 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the trailhead on the corner of Kerry St. and...Read More
Healthy Savannah urges donations of healthy foods during holidays
Nearly 160,000 people in Coastal Georgia struggle with food insecurity, and many families turn to food pantries for additional assistance, especially during the holidays....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
Breaking Your Sugar Addiction
If you haven’t figured it out by now, it is really easy to become addicted to sugar. You know the symptoms – you’re tired,...Read More
Nutrition 101 – Healthy Weight
“A healthy body weight honors me – and my faith. It’s an established fact that overweight is a significant contributor to disease and premature...Read More
Healthy Savannah and Coastal YMCA Seeking Community Advocates for Flu and COVID-19 Prevention
Healthy Savannah and the YMCA of Coastal Georgia are reminding area residents that there’s still time to get a flu vaccine. Dec. 5-11 is...Read More
Seven cities win $600K in grants to boost nutrition and community health
The African American Mayors Association (AAMA) and the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA), in partnership with American Beverage, today named seven...Read More
Chatham County Health Department Hosts Community Baby Shower August 30
The Chatham County Health Department welcomes expecting moms and the families and caregivers of young children to a Community Baby Shower on Friday, August...Read More
Islands YMCA – How to Donate for a Healthy Community
September 26, 2023 — The YMCA of Coastal Georgia, in partnership with Healthy Savannah, is piloting a new program to encourage food pantry donations...Read More
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month in August, Healthy Savannah and partner organizations are supporting several events planned for new...Read More
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