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Class this weekend....

THIS LIBRARY WAS CREATED in FEBRUARY 2020. The posts were crated using information published in The Lancet on February 12, 2020. Our understanding of COVID-19 continues to evolve. _________________

As our community prepares to face a new and novel virus we need to be prepared - not just for the virus but for people's anxieties and fears.

One of the most important things we can do as providers and advocates is to empower people with information. When we all have the facts it's easier for us to make informed decisions.

http://nationalperinatal.org/COVID-19/

DISCLAIMER: The global picture of COVID-19 is a fluid, evolving situation and although we will endeavor to stay as updated as possible, the information posted here may not reflect the latest news and practice guidance.

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https://www.ajc.com/news/state--regional/rural-doctor-scrambles-provide-care-amid-maternal-death-crisis/kt11v3vdShs5bGn96CPtrJ/

Rural clinic scrambles to provide care amid maternal death crisis Georgia's maternal mortality rate is higher than the U.S. average. A Medicaid limit and OBGYN shortage in rural areas are factors.

Due to the rapidly increasing number of flu cases in our area, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Candler Hospital are implementing visitor restrictions to protect patients, visitors and our co-workers.

Flu cases started increasing in November and for the last three weeks patient with influenza-like illnesses at our hospitals have been above the state baseline.

• Do not visit any patients at St. Joseph’s Hospital or Candler Hospital patient if you have any signs or symptoms of influenza.
• Children under the age of 18 are not permitted to visit any patients at St. Joseph’s Hospital or Candler Hospital.
• Those under the age of 18 cannot visit patients at the Telfair Birthplace at Candler Hospital unless they are the primary caretaker.
• Only children seeking treatment should come to the hospitals.
• Children under the age of 18 are not permitted to wait for family in any waiting area.
• Patients can only receive two visitors at a time.

Flu-like symptoms include:

• Fever (100 degrees or more)
• Cough
• Sore throat
• Muscle/joint/body aches
• Headache
• Nausea/vomiting/diarrhea

To help prevent the spread of the flu, please wash your hands regularly, cover your cough and sneezes, and get the flu vaccine. The vaccine can be obtained at any of the St. Joseph’s/Candler Physician Network Primary Care offices. Call 912-819-8888 for an appointment or visit www.sjchs.org/primarycare.

If you missed it, here is a look at the good things going on @ the first Savannah Birth & Baby Expo!!!

Savannah Birth & Baby Expo Photo collection by Oak and Honey Photography

In celebration of National Prematurity Awareness month, PSI is announcing a new Online Support Group just for NICU parents.

Parents whose baby (or babies) are spending time in the NICU are at higher risk for developing mental health issues like postpartum depression and/or anxiety due to the uniquely stressful experience of the NICU. We are here to help.

Join our trained peer facilitators (who are NICU alums) for a free weekly chat. It's virtual and free to join. Just create a Support Group Central account and select "NICU Parents" to register. It's okay (even healthy) to focus on yourself. Our first meeting is this THURSDAY so please join us: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/

https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/

Come on out!!!

16 things you can win at the Savannah Birth & Baby Expo The Savannah Birth & Baby Expo will have tons of great information for new and expecting mothers. There will be classes to attend, vendor booths, food truck

Indeed!!!!

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