Advance Cardiac Life Support course

The ACLS Provider Course provides the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate and manage the first 10 minutes of an adult ventricular fibrillation/ventricular tachycardia (VF/VT) arrest. Providers are expected to learn to manage 10 core ACLS cases: a respiratory emergency, four types of cardiac arrest (simple VF/VT, complex VF/VT, PEA and asystole), four types of pre-arrest emergencies (Bradycardia, stable tachycardia, unstable tachycardia and acute coronary syndromes) and stroke.

Audience:  For emergency, intensive care, or critical care healthcare providers such as physicians, nurses, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, respiratory therapists, and other professionals who may need to respond to a cardiovascular emergency.

Prerequisites:  You must have a current & valid AHA Healthcare Provider Card (Bring to Class)

If you are getting renewed you will only need to attend the one day renewal course. Please click here to select an available renewal day. Current ACLS certification is required to qualify for renewal.

Course Length:
Provider course - 2 days
Renewal course - 1 day

Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a certification card valid for two years.

Materials:
Healthcare Provider PEARS Student Manual. Fee does not include the cost of the manual.

Fees:
Courses will be free for all the Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center employees.
All courses are open to the public.

Register online

For more information, please call John Gordon, 706-721-0134.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Course

The BLS for Healthcare Providers Course is designed to provide a wide variety of healthcare professionals the ability to recognize several life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED, and relieve choking in a safe, timely and effective manner. The BLS course is intended for certified or non-certified, licensed or non-licensed healthcare professionals.

This course is available for healthcare providers such as EMS personnel, physician assistants, doctors, dentists, nurses, and respiratory therapists who must have a credential (card) documenting successful completion of a BLS course.

Course Length:
One session, 4 hours

Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a certification card valid for two years.

Materials:
Healthcare Provider BLS Student Manual. Fee does not include the cost of the manual.

Fees:
Courses will be free for all the Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center employees.
All courses are open to the public.

Register online

For more information, please call John Gordon, 706-721-0134.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Course

PALS courses are being offered by experienced and highly qualified physicians, nurses and allied health staff working in Georgia Health Sciences Children’s Medical Center and caring for critically ill children. The mission of PALS is for the students to understand the pathophysiology, initial assessment and management of sick children.
 

Students are encouraged to read the course material in detail in order to get  the maximum benefit from this course and are required to complete the pre test.

Course Length:
Provider course - 2 days

Renewal course - 1 day

Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a certification card valid for two years.

Materials:
Healthcare Provider PALS Student Manual. Fee does not include the cost of the manual.

Fees:
Courses will be free for all the Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center employees.
All courses are open to the public.

Register online

For more information, please call John Gordon, 706-721-0134. 

The Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) course

PEARS courses are being offered by experienced and highly qualified physicians, nurses and allied health staff working in MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center and caring for critically ill children. The mission of PEARS is for the students to understand the pathophysiology, initial assessment and management of sick children.

PEARS prepare students to assess, categorize, decide and act early to stabilize the child. The main focus of PEARS is prevention, and specifically the assessment, recognition and stabilization of pediatric victims at risk of severe cardiopulmonary distress and arrest.

Students are encouraged to read the course material in detail in order to get the maximum benefit from this course and are required to complete the pre test.

Course Length:
1 day

Upon successful completion of the course, students receive a certification card valid for two years.

Materials:
Healthcare Provider PEARS Student Manual. Fee does not include the cost of the manual.

Fees:
Courses will be free for all the Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center employees.
All courses are open to the public.

Register online

For more information, please call John Gordon, 706-721-0134.

11th Annual Parkinson's Disease Seminar

Friday, May 18
8:30 a.m. to Noon
Doubletree Hotel Augusta, 2651 Perimeter Parkway

This free seminar will discuss issues related to the care and treatment of people with Parkinson's Disease. To register or for more information, please call 706-721-4895.

Open Horse Show
 

Saturday, October 2
Registration at 8 a.m.
Opening at 9 a.m.
Hippodrome, North Augusta, SC 

Join us for the 2010 Open Horse Show benefitting MCGHealth Children's Medical Center! An open horse show is an excellent opportunity for equestrians of all backgrounds and ages to engage in some friendly competition while gaining valuable experience. This family-oriented event is fun for all ages. Admission and parking are free. Participation fees, donations and program advertising will be used to benefit the patients and families we serve.

For more information, call 706-721-4004. 
 

Communication & Collaboration: Pathways to Quality and Safety

March 10, 2010
1 to 5 p.m.
and
March 11, 2010
8 a.m. to noon
MCG Natalie and Lansing B. Lee, Jr. Auditoria

MCGHealth has been on a long-term journey to incorporate Patient Family Centered Care (PFCC) values throughout our system. It is a commitment that evolves with the changing needs and priorities of our organization and the individuals, families and communities we serve. MCGHealth is committed to providing and enhancing the PFCC philosophy within our organization and to fi nd better ways to meet the needs of our patients and families.

Who should attend?
MCGHealth and MCG faculty, staff, students, patients and families at all levels and functions should attend, including front-line positions, administrators, clinical, non-clinical and patient advisors.

More information

2011 Cares for Kids Radiothon

During the three-day event, our patients share their stories of hope on 104.3 WBBQ and 96.3 Kiss live from the hospital lobby.  Please call in and pledge to support your local Children's Miracle Network hospital.  Without the help of the community, our ongoing mission to provide the highest level of care to children and families wouldn't be possible. 

For more information call 706-721-4004.

Click here to donate.
 

Augusta GreenJackets - Cancer Survivor Night & Fireworks

Saturday, June 16
7:05 p.m.
Lake Olmstead Stadium

Join the Augusta GreenJackets and Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center and celebrate the gift of life at Cancer Survivor Night. Discount rate available for cancer survivors and those currently undergoing treatment.

For inquires about discount tickets for survivors, please call 706-721-0472, or email nawilliams@georgiahealth.edu.

For more information, please visit the Augusta GreenJackets website.

GHS Sports Medicine - Official health care provider of the Augusta GreenJackets

2012 Home Schedule

August
31 - Friday: Charleston    7:05

September
1 - Saturday: Charleston (Fan Appreciation /Fireworks) - 7:05
2 - Sunday: Charleston (Kids Eat Free)  - 5:35
3 - Monday: Charleston (Feed Your Face)  - 2:05

All dates, times and promotions are subject to change.

For more information on Augusta GreenJacket ticket packages,
Call 706-736-7889 or visit greenjacketsbaseball.com

26th Annual Children's Miracle Network Celebration

26th Annual Children's Miracle Network Celebration
June 5, 2011
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center Lobby

DONATE NOW!

Join us as dozens of Children's Medical Center supporters and families will be featured at this year's Children's Miracle Network Celebration, which will broadcast live on WRDW- News 12 from the lobby at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center live on Sunday, June 5, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This annual event celebrates the culmination of funds raised by sponsors and donors to benefit programs and services at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.

Local volunteers will work a phone bank accepting donations for the MCGHealth Children's Medical Center during the CMN weekend fundraiser.

For more information or to make a donation before the event begins, call 706-721-4004 or visit mcghealth.org/giving.

28th Annual PAR Fore Parkinson's Golf Tournament

Saturday, May 18th at 9 a.m.

The Golf Club at Cedar Creek in Aiken, SC

Entry forms are available at parforeparkinsons.org and all proceeds benefit the Georgia Regents Movement Disorders Program.

SAVE THE DATE!

Translating EBP into Action

The February 9th EBP Nursing Conference has been postponed until Fall 2013. 
Please check back for more information.

A Red Carpet Affair Talent Show

Friday, December 2
Lee Auditorium
6:30 to 9 p.m.

MCG’s Class of 2014 will host a talent show fundraiser, "A Red Carpet Affair," for children in the community who have HIV infection or have a family member with this illness. Dr. Ricardo Azziz, President of Georgia Health Sciences University, Dr. Vadivel Ganapathy, Department Chair for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Dr. Kathleen McKie, Associate Dean for Student Affairs in the Medical College of Georgia, will serve as judges for the event.

Tickets for the talent show are $5, and are available from any of the event board members, who will deliver tickets anywhere on campus. Board members will also sell tickets in the classroom hall of the Carl T. Sanders Research and Education building during the week of Nov. 28 to Dec. 2.

For more information, or to contact a board member, visit georgiahealth.edu/students/campuslife/events.

Alphabet Soup

Thursday, July 14
2 to 3:30 pm
Patient and Family Resource Library
1120 15th Street, BT-1000, West Entrance

Senior Information to help our seniors and their Families. Open forum covering Medicaid, medication resources and other topics brought up.

Class is free. For more information, please call 706-868-0120.

Tuesday, May 12
Noon to 1 p.m.
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 402 Aumond Road

This free seminar will be held for families and caregivers of those with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias.

Please reserve your spot by calling 706-731-9060.
Lunch will be provided.

From March 15 through May 15, your local American Car Care Center will be selling CMN balloons for $1.

Proceeds benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.

American Heart Walk

Saturday, March 9, 2013
9 a.m.
Registration begins at 8 a.m.
Walk kicks off at 9 a.m.
The Greenway in North Augusta

To sign up for a team or make a donation

For more information please call 706-721-1118 or visit heartwalk.org

Tuesdays: July 9 through August 29, 2013
Family Resource Library, BA-8219
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center
$45 per student
$40 textbook
5:30 to 7 p.m.

Students will continue to learn various aspects of sign language and participate in weekly activities that will enhance their signing skills.  They will interact every week for  30 minutes with their voices off (signing only).  As a final project, students will attend a Silent Supper with persons in the deaf community to interact and work on expressive and receptive language skills.

To register or for more information,
please contact Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) 706-721-6929.
 

Tuesdays: January 15 through March 5, 2013
Family Resource Library, BA-8219
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center
5:30 to 7 p.m.
$45 per student, $40 textbook

This is an eight (8) week course that will cover the syntax of sign language, facets of deaf
culture, and expressive and receptive finger spelling comprehension.  Each week students receive instructions on a specific objective.  They will apply these techniques through interactive language using sign.

To register or for more information,
please contact Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) 706-721-6929.

Tuesdays:April 16 through June 4, 2013
Family Resource Library, BA-8219
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center
$45 per student
$40 textbook
5:30 to 7 p.m.

Students will continue to learn various aspects of sign language and participate in weekly activities that will enhance their signing skills.  They will interact every week for  30 minutes with their voices off (signing only).  As a final project, students will attend a Silent Supper with persons in the deaf community to interact and work on expressive and receptive language skills.

To register or for more information,
please contact Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) 706-721-6929.
 

Saturdays: February 2, 9, and 16, 2013
Family Resource Library, 1st floor
Children's Medical Center
$25 per student
9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
$25 tuition

Students will continue to learn various aspects of sign language and participate in weekly activities that will enhance their signing skills.  They will interact every week for  30 minutes with their voices off (signing only).  As a final project, students will attend a Silent Supper with persons in the deaf community to interact and work on expressive and receptive language skills.

To register or for more information,
please contact Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) 706-721-6929.
 

Tuesday, September 10 through October 29, 2013
Family Resource Library, BA-8219, 8th floor
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center
$60 per student
$40 textbook
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Designed for students who have completed “A Basic Course in American Sign Language” (Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced levels).  This class will be voice-off (no talking) to allow students to think in one language - American Sign Language (ASL).  The course will consist of “hands on” practice sessions to help participants increase their receptive skills and enhance their expressive signing skills. Each week, students will participate in various activities using sign language. This course is an eight-week class consisting of a two-hour practice session per week.  Class is limited to 20 students. 

To register or for more information,
please contact Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) 706-721-6929.

Saturdays: Feburary 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013
Family Resource Library, 1st floor
Children's Medical Center
$30 per child
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

This course is developed for teenagers to learn site signs in American Sign Language. Students will learn the alphabet in ASL and the production of numbers used in sign language. The course is designed for students between the ages of thirteen (13) and seventeen (17) years old. It will consist of four (4) consecutive classes for one (1) hour each week. The students will receive weekly handouts and will have opportunities to practice their skills. The instructor will provide activities and games to support the concepts taught.

To register or for more information,
please contact Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) 706-721-6929.
 

Become a member of the Augusta Aiken Dining Club for just $14.95 a month. Enjoy "Buy one entree, get the second one free" from over 25 local restaurants. For every membership sold, the dining club will donate $10 to MCGHealth Children's Medical Center when you enter the code MCG000 or mention MCG during your purchase. Visit www.augustaaikendiningclub.com to purchase a membership today! For more information, call 706-721-3957.

Augusta GreenJackets Opening Night

Friday, April 15
7:35 p.m.
Lake Olmstead Stadium

Join MCGHealth and the Augusta GreenJackets on April 15 for the home opener.

MCGHealth Sports Medicine is a proud sponsor of the Augusta GreenJackets!

For more information and tickets, please visit: The Augusta GreenJackets website
 

Georgia Health Sciences
Vision Discovery Institute
Night with the RiverHawks

 
Saturday, March 17
7:35 p.m.
James Brown Arena
601 Seventh Street
Augusta, Ga 30901

Augusta RiverHawks vs. Columbus Cottonmouths

The Georgia Health Sciences University Vision Discovery Institute is the proud sponsor of the Augusta RiverHawks!

At this special game, the RiverHawks players will be wearing St. Patrick's Day jerseys. Following the game, these jerseys will be auctioned off with the proceeds going to the Vision Discovery Institute.

For more information, please call Denise Zamora at 706-721-2727.

Tickets can be purchased at the box office or by calling 706-993-2645 x108. Use the code "GHSUVDI" when ordering tickets for the group rate.

Saturday, May 11, 2013
Double Tree Hotel on Perimeter Parkway
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

An event for pregnant moms and their guests.
This free event will feature education, entertainment and everything baby!

For more information about the event or to become a vendor, please contact Safe Kids at 706-721-7606.

 Learn more about Safe Kids Greater Augusta

Augusta Mall
3450 Wrightsboro Road,
Augusta, GA 30909

December 1 through January 1, 2010

Barnes and Noble Holiday Book Drive provides customers the opportunity to purchase a book for donation to a child at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. We thank you for your support and encourage you to take the time to remember your favorite childhood story.

BI-LO Annual Golf Tournament

Monday, April 11
Mount Vintage Plantation & Golf Club- North Augusta, SC

A portion of proceeds go to the MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. For more information, or to obtain an entry form, please call 706-863-0975.

BI-LO Scan Card Fundraiser

March 2 to 29
Area BI-LO Stores

Area BI-LO stores will help raise funds to support the MCGHealth System Children's Medical Center. Customers may purchase a $1 BI-LO scan card with a logo of the children's hospital, with all funds donated to support the child- and family-friendly programs and services offered at our area's only children's hospital.

Be a blood donor.
Children's Hospital of Georgia Lobby
 

• March 27 & 28
  8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Less than one hour of time can save up to six lives.

Appointments:
You can call ahead and make an appointment
or walk in during our hours of operation.

Contact Us:
706-721-3695

Blood Drive

Less than one hour of time can save up to six lives.

Be a blood donor.

Tuesday & Wednesday, October 9-10
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
College of Dentistry Building

Blood Pressure/Stroke Awareness

September 4 and 18
10 am to 11 am
Patient and Family Resource Library
1120 15th Street, BT 1000, West Entrance

Stroke Risk Assessment tool is used to evaluate high risk population.

For more information, please call 706-721-0179.

The GHS Bloodless Medicine and Surgery Program (BMSP) is a special service for patients who wish to avoid the use of donor blood during medical and surgical procedures. For patients motivated by religious convictions and others who are concerned about blood-borne illness, this program offers viable alternatives.

Learn more at the GHS Bloodless Medicine and Surgery Program Community Educational Seminar.

Saturday, October 20, 2012
9 a.m. to 12 Noon

GHS Alumni Center
919 15th Street
Augusta, GA

To reserve your space, please call 706-721-2677 or register online below.

Bone Marrow Drive

Wednesday, November 16
Georgia Health Sciences University
     Health Sciences Building Lobby
     11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center
     Second floor, Children's Medical Center
     12 to 6 p.m.

Bone Marrow Drive at two locations listed above. Join the "Be The Match Registry", operated by the National Marrow Donor Program.

Registering is easy! Volunteers will ask you to complete a registration form with contact information, health information and a signed agreement along with a cheek swab to determine tissue-type to join the "Be The Match Registry". Your cheek swab results will be used to match you to patients. Once all steps are complete, you will be listed on the "Be The Match Registry" where patients turn when they need a matching donor!

For more information, please contact Brad Wills at bwills@georgiahealth.edu.

Bone Marrow Registry Drive

Wednesday, November 17
12 to 6 p.m.
Two locations:
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center, Harper Street, 2nd floor
and MCGHealth Cancer Center, 1411 Laney Walker Blvd

Donor Facts:  Marrow registration is NOT painful or invasive.  It only requires a swab of your cheek.  Only 30% of patients have a match within their own family.  You must be between the ages of 18-60.  Marrow donation does not endanger or weaken the body.  Like blood donation, the body replaces the marrow within 4-6 weeks.  There is NO cost to the donor during donation. 

To learn more, please call Kristin Ellison at 706-868-3512.

Book Sale

Sunday, November 14
12 Noon to 3 p.m.
Bouncy Bratz
226 Eastgate Dr
Aiken, SC
(Located off Whiskey Road in the Publix shopping center, near Aiken Mall)  

Discounted admission for the day is only $5.  Book sale profits will be used to donate books to the kids at MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center.

Come bring your kids to play and support a great cause! Discounted admission for the day is only $5. Usborne Books & More will be there selling you great quality books for your kids. All book sale money will be used to donate books to the kids at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. Come help out a great cause. Invite all of your friends so we can make this a huge success.

If you are unable to make it but would like to place an order, please visit www.ubah.com/HOS185670.

For more information, please call 706-721-4004.        
       
       
 

Books Are Fun Book Fair

Thursday, November 17
7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Terrace Dining, Magnolia/Dogwood Rooms

Gift Shop Operations (the Little Store/Ferns & Fossils) is sponsoring the Books Are Fun book fair for the Georgia Health Sciences Health System community. The objective of Books Are Fun is to provide customers with the most exciting, in demand product offerings at incredible value. Current books, educational items and gifts are 30-70% off retail.
For more information, please call 706-721-9939.

Booster Seat Checkup

Saturday, May 7
10 a.m. to Noon
BI-LO
Corner of Belair & Columbia Road
4480 Columbia Road
Martinez, GA

Stop by BI-LO and let qualified inspectors from Safe Kids East Central and MCGHealth Children's Medical Center check your child's safety seat!

Booster Seats Available!

October Breast Cancer Awareness Lunch & Learns

Wednesdays, October 5 and 19
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
GHS Cancer Center Conference Room 2112, 2nd floor

Please RSVP by calling 706-721-4109 by Oct. 3 for the Oct. 5 lunch & learn, and by Oct. 17 for the Oct. 19 lunch & learn.

Seats are limited, lunch will be provided.

Pink Fridays

Fridays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26

Be sure to wear pink every Friday in October for breast cancer awareness month!

Saturday Mammograms in October

Every Saturday in October
October 6, 13, 20 and 27
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Breast Health Center - Medical Center - South Entrance, 1st floor

Starting October 6, and each consecutive Saturday in October, women can schedule a routine mammogram at the Breast Health Center between the hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To schedule a screening, please call 706-721-XRAY (9729).

Breast Cancer Support Group Fundraiser Silent Auction

Thursday, October 6
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
GHS Cancer Center Community Conference Room, 1st floor
 

Please call 706-721-4109 for more information.
Bids must be placed by 2 p.m. All proceeds go directly to the support group.

Tickled Pink T-Shirt Sale

Every day in October
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center
Image Boutique

Purchase any breast cancer awareness t-shirt and get 10% off, plus get a Pink silicone bracelet for Free!

Breastfeeding Class

7 - 9 p.m.
Location listed below

This free class is helpful for expectant parents who are planning to breastfeed to gain as much knowledge and confidence as possible to help ensure success.The instructor is a International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).

Please select a class date below and register.
For more information, please call 706-721-9351.

Brown Bag Lunch with the Chaplain

Tuesday, August 9
12 to 1 pm
Patient and Family Resources Library
1120 15th Street, BT 1000, West Entrance

Bring your lunch to the Family Resource library and eat with Chaplain Brennan Francois.
Enjoy the time to share and get to know Chaplain Francois. Bring your lunch and let’s talk.

Registration required. Please call 706-721-6932.

Cancer Center Image Boutique March Sale

March:

Make a purchase of $15 or more, and you can purchase the "Cancer Center Cookbook" for only $5 (a $25 value). Spend $50 or more, and recieve the cookbook for free!

April:

Join the Image Boutique for the Second Annual Spring-Bra Fitting Event
Thursday, April 12

 

National Cancer Prevention Month:
Keys for Prevention

MCGHealth will hold a series of cancer prevention workshops in February.

Tuesday, Febuary 1
Wednesday, February 9
Monday, February 21.

Each session begins at 9:30 a.m. in the Patricia Sodomka Family Resource Library at the MCGHealth Cancer Center, 1411 Laney Walker Blvd.

“Cancer is still a leading cause of death in the United States, but there are practical ways to reduce your risk, especially through proper diet and exercise,” said Lindsay Baker, RD, LD, MCGHealth Cancer Center Dietitian. “During the cancer prevention series, we will review the American Institute for Cancer Research’s guidelines for prevention and provide general nutrition and physical activity tips.”

The workshops are free, but space is limited.
To RSVP or for more information, please call 706-721-0472.

Car Seat Check Event

Saturday, February 11
10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Master Buick GMC
3710 Washington Road, Augusta, GA

Stop by Master Buick GMC and let qualified techs from Safe Kids East Central check your child's safety seat!
 

For more information,
call Rene Hopkins, Safe Kids Coordinator, at 706-721-7606.

Learn Car Seat Safety

Classes are taught by Child Passenger Safety Technicians from Safe Kids East Central.

• Classes are open to participants who wish to attend for education only.
   
• Classes are taught by Child Passenger Safety Technicians from SAFE KIDS East Central.
   
• Medicaid/Peachcare status must be indicated when you register.
   
• If you are Medicaid or Peachcare eligible, bring your card or proof of income to the class in order to receive a car seat (based on availability).
   
• There will be a $10 per child class fee. Participants will receive a voucher for an appropriate seat that is redeemable at one of our child safety seat inspection stations.

Many people are not using their car seats properly. And every year thousands of children die or suffer injuries due to the improper use of car seats and restraints. This 2-hour program in Augusta, Ga.,  will teach you the proper selection, use, installation and progression of car and booster seats for infants, toddlers and children not yet ready to use adult seat belts, or those under 4’ 9” tall. The program is based on best practice guidelines. Safe Kids East Central also provides car or booster seats to families who meet financial need guidelines when available for a $10.00 Fee.

Offered two times a month at the following location:

• 2nd Thursday of each month
  5:45 - 8:00 p.m.
  Safe Kids East Central Office
  1225 Walton Way
  Augusta, Ga  30912
   
• 4th Wednesday of each month
  9:45 a.m. - 12 noon
  Safe Kids East Central Office
  1225 Walton Way
  Augusta, Ga  30912

Class size is limited, and pre-registration is required. 
You must pre-pay in order to register for the class.
Please mail your payment (cash, check or money order),along with your name, phone number and date of class you would like to attend to:

Safe Kids East Central Office
1225 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30912To register

If you have any questions, please call 706-721-7606.    

Learn more about Safe Kids East Central

To give now visit www.caresforkidsradiothon.com.
To give now visit www.caresforkidsradiothon.com.

Celebrating Exceptional Care

Friday, October 29
11 a.m. to 12 noon
MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center,
Front Lobby

Building on 100 years of collaboration with the community and caring for kids, we invite you to join us for refreshments and an exciting announcement of our collaborative initiative of improving health for children throughout the state of Georgia.

Chico's & White House Black Market VIP Event

Wednesday, July 27
Shopping all day, luncheon from 12 - 2 p.m.
Augusta Mall - Chico's and White House Black Market

Chico's and White House Black Market are Children's Miracle Network sponsors and on Wednesday, July 27, the local Augusta stores are hosting a VIP event. 10% of the net sales that day will benefit our local Children's Medical Center. Shop during noon and 2 p.m. and enjoy a catered lunch and special drawings. Shop for a cause!

 Protect Your Child With a FREE Car Seat or Booster Seat Safety Inspection

Nine our ot the families are not using their child’s car seat or booster seat correctly, and this can have dangerous consequences. Thanks to Safe Kids East Central, you can schedule an appointment to have the installation and use of your car seat checked by a certified child passenger safety technician at the following times and locations:  

Safe Kids East Central
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center 
1225 Walton Way
Augusta, GA
Appointments Required. Call 706-721-7606.

Martines Columbia Fire Rescue Engine Company #3
Furrys Ferry Rd.
Evans, GA
Appointments Required. Call 706-860-7763.

Second Wednesday of each month
Columbia County Sheriff’s Substation
650 Ronald Reagan Drive
Evans, GA
Appointments Required. Call 706-541-3970.

Learn more about Safe Kids East Central

This free 4 week class  is designed to inform and prepare expectant parents for the birthing experience.
Class topics include the following:

• Relaxation and breathing techniques
• Pain management choices
• Labor comfort measures and coping skills
• Massage techniques, rebozo techinques
• Care for Mother and Baby after birth

All classes are taught by certified instructors.

Registration is required, please call 706-721-9351

or select a start date below.

Childbirth Tour

Second Saturday of each month
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Second Tuesday of each month
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center, 7th Floor, Labor and Delivery.

This free tour guides expectant parents through the Labor and Delivery and Mother/Baby units.
You must register for a tour date.

Please select a tour date below and register.

For more information, please call 706-721-9351.

Children's Miracle Network Creating Miracles Bracelet

May 2 to 31 (or while supplies last)
Chico's and White House Black Market

This May, Chico's will donate $10 from the sale of every Creating Miracle Bracelet (while supplies last) to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals to help their mission to save and improve the lives of as many children as possible.

In addition to the bracelet inititaitve "like" them on Facebook and for each new "like" on their brands (Chico's, White  House Black Market, and Soma Intimates) $1 will be donated to Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals up to $200,000. 
Chico's is a new CMN sponsor!
 

Clean Commute Week

Monday, October 24 - Friday, October 28
Georgia Health Sciences Enterprise

Clean Commute Week is an effort by the Georgia Health Sciences Enterprise to promote the use of alternative modes of transportation to benefit employee health, the health of our community and the environment. The week's activities are focused on encouraging a shift in the way our faculty, staff and students think about transportation.

This week is put on by the Green Team and a series of events will be taking place throughout the week. For a list, please click here.

28th Annual Children's Miracle Network Celebration

June 1, 2013
8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
June 2, 2013
Noon to 6 p.m.
Children's Hospital of Georgia Lobby

Join us as dozens of Children's Hospital of Georgia supporters and families will be featured at this year's Children's Miracle Network Celebration, which will broadcast live on WRDW- News 12 from the lobby at CHOG live on Sunday, June 2, from noon to 6 p.m. This annual event celebrates the culmination of funds raised by sponsors and donors to benefit programs and services at CHOG. We will have check presentations, interviews and listen to stories of hope from our patients and families. Last year telethon raised more than $17,000 for our patients and families and celebrated the culmination of funds of over $750,000.

For more information, please click here.

Keep Your Team “In the Game”!
Join us for the Georgia Regents
Sports Medicine Center’s
2013 Coaches Clinic

“Failure to prepare is preparing to fail.” ~ John Wooden. Preparation is essential. Preparation isn’t exclusive to your Athletes. As a coach the safety and health of your athletes is your number one responsibility. This continuing education program is designed and instructed by our Certified Athletic Trainers, Lisa Branon and Bonni Messner, specifically for coaches to prepare athletes for healthy and safe athletic participation.

Georgia Regents Sports Medicine Center’s 2013 Coaches Clinic
offers instruction that will keep you
and your athletes “In the Game”

Registration Form

PLU Credit Requirements

Consign for Kids

May 2-4

Crossbridge Baptist Church
3130 Skinner Mill Road, Augusta

This consignment/rummage sale will feature clothing, shoes, accessories and home goods items and vendor booths with homemade crafts and commercial goods.  100% of the proceeds benefit the children's hospital.

Visit consignforkids.com to learn more.

Credit Union for Kids Snowflake Campaign

December is the month of giving! Now through December 30, visit your local HCCU and purchase a snowflake for $1.00. All proceeds will benefit the patients and families at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.

Cribs for Kids

5:45 - 8 p.m.
First Thursday of each month
Safe Kids East Central Office
1225 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30912

Cribs for Kids® is a safe-sleep education program to help reduce the risk of injury and death of infants due to unsafe sleep environments. Instructors will teach caregivers how to provide a safe sleep environment and what dangers to watch out for.

Families who can demonstrate a financial need (Medicare, Peachcare or WICC) will receive a Pack-n-Play, fitted sheet, sleep sac and a pacifier for a fee of $10 per registered child.

Participants are welcome to attend for education only (at no charge).

Pre-registration is required. 
Please send your name, telephone number and date you would like to attend (along with payment of $10 (cash, check, or money order) to:

Safe Kids East Central Office
1225 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30912

For more information, please call 706-721-7606.

Visit the national Cribs for Kids program for more information.

Learn more about Safe Kids East Central Sleep Safety program.

Learn more about Safe Kids East Central

Daddy Training Camp

Saturday, April 28
1 to 3 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center - Conference Room
1446 Harper Street, Augusta

The CSRA Breastfeeding Coalition presents Daddy Boot Camp to educate fathers on how they could offer support to their partners who are breastfeeding. Daddys will learn the following:

• How breastfeeding benefits the baby, the mother and the family
• Some common misinformation that exists in our community about breastfeeding
• How fathers can support breastfeeding partners

For more information or to reserve your seat, please call 706-721-9351.

Dairy Queen CMN Campaign

May 17- August 5
Stop by any participating Dairy Queen and purchase a CMN balloon for $1.  All funds raised will stay locally to help children and families treated at MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center.

 Participating locations:

In Augusta:
2837 Central Ave.
3149 Washington Rd.
4099 Belair Rd., Augusta
3102 Peach Orchard Rd.

In Louisville:
205 U.S. Highway 1 Bypass

In Millen:
1234 U.S. Highway 25 North

In Thomson:
1850 Washington Road 

In Swainsboro:
391 South Main St.

Participating DQs raised over $9,500 in 2009. Stay tuned for more details on this years Miracle Treat Day, August 5. Proceeds from this year’s Miracle Treat Day will help fund the renovation of the children’s cancer clinic at the MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center. For more information, call 706-721-3957. 

Miracle Treat Day

Thursday, July 26, 2012

Purchase a blizzard to benefit your local Children's Miracle Network Hospital, GHS Children's Medical Center. In 2011, participating DQ's raised over $6,300 for the Children's Medical Center. Let’s beat that this year, please visit participating locations and purchase a tasty blizzard. The participating locations will donate the proceeds from the sale of each blizzard to their local CMN Hospital. Proceeds from this year’s Miracle Treat Day will help enable us to upgrade technology and purchase state-of-the-art equipment.

To order Blizzards in ADVANCE complete this form: Advance Order Form

For more information, call 706-721-4004.

Diabetes Lunch and Learn

presented by Karen Shouse

Thursday, May 27
Terrace Dining Room, Magnolia/Dogwood rooms
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

For more information please contact Roxane Patterson at 706-721-8177.

Doctors with Heart Calendar Sale

Be one of the first to pre-order the 2012 Doctors with Heart Calendar. Purchase a calendar for $20, or three for $50.

Please contact Paige Donahue at 706-721-1750 or at pdonahue@georgiahealth.edu to purchase your calendar.  All proceeds benefit the American Heart Association and make great holiday gifts!

This year's calendar includes the following physicians:

• Dr. Ortega - Pulmonology
• Dr. Dawkins - Hospitalist
• Dr. Posey - Neurology
• Dr. Hartmann - Neurology
• Dr. Ballard - ER
• Dr. Cuellar - Cardiology
• Dr. Sumner - Hospitalist
• Dr. Kamath - CT Surgery
• Dr. Ferdinand - Trauma Surgery
• Dr. Perveze - Nephrology
• Dr. Hatley- Pediatric Surgery
• Dr. Iverson - ENT

Donate Life Month

Earth Day 2012 Celebrations

Augusta State Earth Day Clean Air Event

Wednesday, April 18
10 a.m.
Jaguar Student Activities Center Ballroom - Augusta State University
For more information, please contact Dr. Clinton Amos at 706-667-4546.

Georgia Health Sciences Earth Day

Friday, April 20
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
GHSU CJ Building (Pavilion 3) & Student Center Courtyard

A substainability education and awareness initiative sponsored by the GHSU Green Team.
Event is free. All Georgia Health Sciences University, Augusta State University and Paine College students, staff, faculty, and families are invited to attend. The Augusta community is also invited to attend.
For more information, please vist georgiahealth.org/green or visit facebook.com/ghsgreenteam

Present the  attached certificate at any of the participating locations listed below on Thursday, September 27, 2012, and the restaurant will donate 20% of all pre-taxed food sales (less alcohol and promotional discounts) to Augusta State University's A Day for ASU fundraising campaign. Funds raised during A Day support student travel and research, scholarships and numerous academic support programs not funded by state dollars. 

 Certificate

If you are unable to take part on Thursday, September 27, Rae's Coastal Café* will host us on Saturday, September 29 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. and will donate 20% of your entire order (before tax). 

* Reservations recommended

• Dunkin Donuts - Augusta and Evans locations
• Honey Baked Ham - Washington and Wrightsboro Road locations
• Marco's Pizza - Fury's Ferry and Lewiston Road locations

The following courses are available for all employees:

January 4            9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.           Customer Service: That's Just Rude (HS 1151, Annex 1)

January 4            2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.             Customer Service: That's Just Rude (BI 3079, Neurology
                                                                                Amphitheater)

January 9           8:30 a.m. –  11:00 a.m.           Welcome to GHSU (New Hire Orientation - HS 1151, Annex 1)January 9          11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.           Welcome to GHSU (New Management Orientation - HS 1151, 
                                                                                 Annex 1)

January 9           2:00 p.m.  –  4:00 p.m.           Customer Service: How to Handle the Foreign Accent (BI-
                                                                                 3079, Neurology Amphitheater)

January 10          9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.          P-Card Orientation (HS 1151, Annex 1)

January 10          9:00 a.m.  – 11:00 a.m.         Performance Coaching, Counseling, & Discharge Procedures
                                                                                 (Classroom 1, Pavilion 3)

January 10         10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.         Web Publishing with OUCampus: Part 1 (AB 127, Greenblatt
                                                                                  Library)  

January 10          2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.             PeopleSoft Financials: Delivered Reports and Inquiries Panels
                                                                                  (HS 1151, Annex 1)

January 11          10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.        Web Publishing with OUCampus: Part 2 (AB 127, Greenblatt
                                                                                   Library)

January 11          2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.             Communication Skills and An Attitude for Success (BI 3079,
                                                                                   Neurology Amphitheater)

January 12          10:00 a.m.– 11:00 a.m.          Web Publishing with OUCampus: Part 3 (AB 127, Greenblatt
                                                                                   Library)

January 13          9:00 a.m.– 11:30 a.m.           Communicating a Positive Professional Image (HS 1151,
                                                                                   Annex 1)

January 13          2:00 p.m.– 4:30 p.m.             Communicating a Positive Professional Image (BI 3079,
                                                                                   Neurology Amphitheater)

All employees may register for the course offerings online through the WebInservice Learning System (MC Strategies)  http://www.webinservice.com/GeorgiaHealthSvc/
 
Participants registering for classes will receive a confirmation email from MC Strategies. Once this confirmation email is received, the participant will need to add the appointment to his/her calendar. 
 
Instructions for registering for all classes can be accessed through the following link: http://www.georgiahealth.edu/hr/training/index.html         
       
Please contact the Human Resources Training & Education office at HUMANRESOURCES_TRAINING@georgiahealth.edu if you have any questions or need additional information.

EMS Conference

Emergency Management of the Stroke Patient
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center
Neuroscience Amphitheater, BI-3079
1120 15th Street
Augusta, GA 30912

Attend this informative conference and learn about the emergency management of the Stroke Patient.

Please complete the form below to register:

Enterprise-Wide Family Celebration at Fort Discovery
Friday, November 12
5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Fort Discovery
One Seventh Street, Augusta

Celebration program offered at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.  You and your immediate family are invited for barbecue from Sconyers, live music and play time for kids.
A brief program will be held at 6 p.m. and repeated at 7 p.m.  The ESP plan will be presented and we will commemorate many of the initiatives underway since Dr. Azziz’s administration began just over 100 days ago.

Please pick up your free tickets at the following locations:
• Dean’s Offi ces for the Schools of Allied Health Sciences, Dentistry, Graduate Studies, Medicine 
   and Nursing
• MCG Human Resources
• MCGHealth Human Resources
• MCGHealth Medical Staff Office
• MCGHealth Medical Offi ce Building Administration Office
• MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center Administration Office
• MCGHealth Strategic Support/Philanthropy Office

Please visit esp.mcg.edu for updates.

Play Games. Heal Kids

Extra Life is an annual video game marathon event that raises money for the 170 member hospitals of Children's Miracle Network hospitals.

How Does It Work?
On Saturday, October 15 participants begin active play at 8 a.m.. Players can participate by playing anything from hardcore shooters, social networking games, or even table top games. Extra Life doesn't specify. If a gamer can't complete the full 24 marathon or must play on an alternative date, that's OK. The best part is you can participate from the comfort of your own couch.

How Do Your Donations Help?
All funds raised stay in your community to ensure that every dollar can be used to help local kids. Donations are used by Children's Miracle Network hospitals to support research and training, purchase needed equipment and pay for uncomprnsated care, all in support of our mission to save and improve the lives of sick children.

Easy as 1-2-3

• Sign up online at http://extra-life.org
• Ask friends and family to SPONSOR YOU for $1 per hour
• Play games for 24 hours on October 15

February 1 - March 19

Your family can join Primrose Schools and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in fighting childhood obesity – all you have to do is dance! Dance is a fun and easy way to incorporate physical activity into your family’s daily routine.

Simply upload a 30-second video and compete to win a great cash prize and a $30,000 donation to your local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital-MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. Why Dance? Childhood obesity is a critical issue for young children in America. Dance is a fun, easy way to introduce physical activity into your family’s routine while enjoying quality time together. Primrose Schools, the leader in educational child care with more than 220 schools across the country, launched its first Family Dance-off in 2010 to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices by encouraging families across the country to boogie on down! The contest was such a huge success that we’re dancing again this year!  The Family Dance off supports Children's Miracle Network hospitals, a non- profit organization that raises funds for more than 170 children’s hospitals, which collectively treat 17 million children annually for every illness and injury imaginable.

Step by Step:

1. Record a 30-second video of your family’s best dance moves.
2. Visit www.FamilyDanceoff.com and upload your best take by March 19.
3. Share your video with your friends via email, Facebook, Twitter, etc.
4. View and vote daily (you can place five votes per day) for your favorite family dance video! Each week we will select two finalists—the two videos with the most number of votes at the end of each week. Fourteen weekly finalists will compete for the following prizes:

• Grand Prize: $5,000 and a $30,000 donation to the winner’s local CMN Hospital
• 2nd Prize: $3,000 and a $20,000 donation to the winner’s local CMN Hospital
• 3rd Prize: $1,500 and a $15,000 donation to the winner’s local CMN Hospital
• All 14 Finalists: A FLIP camcorder 

Visit www.FamilyDanceoff.com and upload your best take by March 19.

Food Drive for Golden Harvest Food Bank

May 11 through June 4, 2013
Food donations and monetary donations weigh in on June 4th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in
Room BT 1811, Children's Hospital of Georgia

Suggested Foods:

• beans and weenies
• spaghetti and meatballs
• ravioli
• mac and cheese
• canned sloppy joe mix
• pop tarts
• instant grits
• breakfast bars
• cookies and crackers
• peanut butter and jelly
• ramen noodles
• cereal
• jello and pudding snack packs
• fruit cup snack packs
• canned meats
• canned soup
• powdered milk
• instant oatmeal

Please no expired items, open containers, glass or perishable food items.

For more information, please call Debra Marranci at 706-721-3341.
 

Food Lion

June 2- 22
 

Since 1991, Food Lion, has raised more than $30 million for Children’s Miracle Network. Stop by any Food Lion location and purchase a coupon balloon for a $1 and help support MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.

Food Lion also hosts an annual golf tournament and this year's tournament will be held Monday, September 27 at the beautiful Mount Vintage golf course. For more information or to register a team, call Mike Ring at 706-869-1032 or email him at flcmn@yahoo.com. 

10th Annual Food Lion Golf Classic

Tuesday, September 18
Shotgun start at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Monticello Gold Course

The patients and staff of GHS Children’s Medical Center invite you to join Food Lion and other community partners for a day of golf at the beautiful Monticello golf course at Savannah Lakes, a 27-hole championship course. Tuesday, September 18th, shotgun start at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Register your 4-man team now.  Food Lion stores have raised more than $85,000 through this annual golf tournament to benefit GHS Children’s Medical Center and the Children’s Miracle Network.

For more information or to register a team, please call 706-721-4004
or email castewart@georgiahealth.edu.

2012 Golf Classic Registration.

Fore the Kids Golf Tournament

Saturday, November 13

Forest Hills Golf Course
Registration 11:30 a.m.
Shotgun start at 12:30 p.m.


Fore the Kids Golf Tournament is a golf tournament benefiting the patients and families at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. The cost if registered by November 6 is  is $80 per person or $300 per foursome. If registering after November 6 the cost is $90 per person or $340 per foresome. Price includes greens fees, golf cart, range balls, t-shirt, dinner and 5 drink tickets. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams as well as contest for the longest drive and closest to the pin. Hosted by MCG Miracle. For more information, call 706-721-3957. To register visit: http://golfdigestplanner.com/16466-MCG/index.html

From February 21 through April 4, area Fred's will be selling CMN balloons available for $1.

Proceeds benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.  For more information, please call 706-721-3957.

Fringe Hair Salon Cut-A-Thon

Sunday, December 11
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fringe Hair Salon - 101 Maple Drive, Suite 6, Augusta, Ga

Bring the whole family and stop by Fringe Hair Salon on December 11th and receive a FREE haircut! All that is asked in return is that a donation be made.
100% of the donations will be donated to Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center, the only facility in the area dedicated exclusively to children!

For more information, please call 706-721-4004.

Beginning May 15 through December 1, 2010.

In today’s struggling economy, it’s nice to find that a dollar still goes a long way. For a buck, paid just once, you can enjoy a complimentary Wendy’s Frosty through December 1 and support the MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center.

Beginning May 15, when Wendy’s customers purchase a Frosty key tag for $1 at participating area Wendy’s restaurants, they will receive a free Junior Frosty treat by showing their key tag during follow-up visits through December 1, 2010. Proceeds from the sale of each tag will benefit the MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center, the area’s only children’s hospital.

The 10 participating area Wendy’s include:

Augusta locations:
• 3012 Peach Orchard Road, 706-793-3413
• 3342 Wrightsboro Road, 706-738-0859
• 1730 Walton Way, 706-738-5096
• 449 Walton Way, 706-724-9441
• 2738 Washington Road, 706-733-3509

Martinez locations:
• 3859 Washington Road, 706-860-3777
• 430 South Belair Road, 706-210-1248

North Augusta location:
• 517 East Martintown Road, 803-279-5705

Aiken locations:
• 1901 Whiskey Road, 803-649-1879
• 1104 Richland Ave, 803-648-3636

So even if your wallet’s lighter, you don’t have to skip dessert. Pay for it once and enjoy it the rest of the year. It’s a delicious way to support a worthy cause. For more information please call, 706-721-3957.

Give a Smile Wine Tasting

Tuesday, March 27
6:30 p.m.
Crums on Central

$25/person
$40/couple

Give a Smile is a nonprofit organization that benefits the dental patients of the GHSU College of Dental Medicine who, because of lack of resources, are unable to receive dental treatments necessary to increase and maintain their quality of life.

For more information, please visit: www.giveasmile.org

Give Kids a Boost

Wednesday, July 27
Richmond County Health Department - Laney Walker Blvd.
Friday, August 5
Georgia State Patrol Post 25 and Columbia County Health Department on William Few Pkwy.
10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (event closes at 2:00)

Safe Kids East Central and Georgia State Patrol will be providing car seat check ups and booster seat distribution.
Child must be present and be at least 4 years old, 40 pounds, and not yet 4'9" tall to receive a booster seat.

The Health Department will be providing immunization boosters.

For more information, please call 706-721-7606.

Go Casual for Kids 2012
November 2

It's EASY to participate!
Raise awareness and help support our
Children's Miracle Network hospital
GHS Children's Medical Center.

Complete the order form and send in your check for a T-shirt, Scrub top or Polo shirt. You may also order and pay for your shirt online.

Wear your designated shirt on Go Casual for Kids Day, November 2, 2012.

Questions? Call 706-721-4004 or email castewart@georgiahealth.edu

Go Casual for Kids 2012
November 2

It's EASY to participate!
Raise awareness and help support
our Children's Miracle Network hospital
GHS Children's Medical Center.

Print and complete the order form and send in your check for a T-shirt, Scrub top or Polo shirt.

You may also  order and pay for your shirt online.

Wear your designated shirt on Go Casual for Kids Day, November 2, 2012.

Questions? Call 706-721-4004 or email castewart@georgiahealth.edu

MCGHealth Gold X-Change
September 30 and October 1
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Dogwood Room, Terrace Dining

Easy way to get some extra cash for the upcoming holiday season! Bring in your broken or unwanted gold jewelry and get paid top dollar with Gold X Change! Gold X-Change benefits MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. 

Contact the Office of Philanthropy with questions, 706.721.3957.

February 23 - 24
MCGHealth Medical Center
Terrace Dining, Dogwood Room

An easy way to get some extra cash! Bring in your broken or unwanted gold jewelry and get paid top dollar with Gold X Change. A percentage of money paid out is given back to MCGHealth.

For more information call the Office of Philanthropy at 706-721-3957.

Golden Corral Balloon Campaign

From April 1 through May 31, area Golden Corral's will be selling CMN balloons available for $1.

Proceeds benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.  For more information, please call 706-721-3957.

Grand Opening Celebration
Georgia Health Sciences University College of Dental Medicine

Friday, September 23, 2011
2 to 4 p.m.
Front Lawn of new Dental Building
1430 John Wesley Gilbert Drive, Augusta, Ga

Please join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the Georgia Health Sciences University College of Dental Medicine. Ceremony will take place and Tours of the brand new building will be given.

Healing Arts Class: Crochet 101

Saturday, October 15
Saturday, October 22
Saturday, October 29
1 to 3 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center Resource Library

Join us as we redirect one's pain and thoughts into an activity that allows them to reduce stress. Learn the basics to crochet. We will make a hat (adaptable for child or adult).

Cost: $5

Registration is required. For more information or to register, please call Christina Seher at 706-513-7301.

Requisites, Principles & Practices
40 hour course developed by Link2Spanish
March 9, 10, 11, 17 and 18, 2012
Georgia Health Sciences Children’s Medical Center
1446 Harper Street
Augusta, Georgia

The course was developed in part due to the rigid requirements to utilize trained, qualified healthcare interpreters in hospitals and other healthcare facilities must comply in order to meet the needs of the Limited English Proficient population. Also, it was developed due to our commitment to the advancement of the profession and furthering the education and qualifications of prospective and current healthcare interpreters.

Healthcare Interpreter Training is an intensive, comprehensive 5-day, 40-hour course that will provide the student with a strong foundation in the profession of medical interpreting. The student must take a telephonic language assessment to demonstrate fluency in English and one other language (assessment can be waived if student has previously completed one).

The course covers: The role of the interpreter, interpretation techniques, interpreter protocol, medical terminology, body systems and their function, code of ethics, Title VI, professional development, HIPAA, and Cultural Competency. Also, an important element of this course will be intensive role-play, which will allow the student the opportunity to put into practice the skills learned in class.

Students must attend all 5 days and pass a final oral and written exam in order to earn a certificate of successful completion. The course fee is $700 and includes all course materials: a Student Manual, and “Anatomy-Physiology for Interpreters in Healthcare” handbook. Class size is limited to 25 students.

To register complete the registration form. Once completed, proceed to the PayPal page to complete payment by credit card.  If paying is by check, use the “contact us” button to let us know of your intention to pay by check.

Please feel free to contact us at 706-721-6929 should you need additional information.  We look forward to see you soon.

Healthcare Interpreter Training Course
 

Registration going on now!
May 3-5 & May 18-19, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

If you are fluent in English and one other language, you have the opportunity to become a healthcare interpreter.  Georgia Regents University is offering a comprehensive 5 day, 40 hour course that will provide the interpreter a strong foundation in the profession of Medical Interpreting.
 

For more information or to register, contact Vivian Rice at 706-721-6929 or vrice@gru.edu

6th Annual Heart and Sole 5K

Saturday, March 2
Join us for the 7th Annual 5k run/walk and evening celebration benefitting Children's Hospital of Georgia heart program.

To register or volunteer for the event, call 706-721-4004 or visit heartandsoleinc.org.

Heart Rhythm Center Open House

Wednesday, November 17
2 to 4 p.m.
Heart Rhythm Center (EP Lab), Suite 8096

All are welcome to tour the state-of-the-art EP Lab and enjoy light refreshments.

Cardiac Rehabilitation
Heart-to-Heart

"Understanding Coronary Artery Disease"

Speaker: Dr. Lauren Holliday

Wednesday, May 29
5 p.m.
Georgia Regents Cardiovascular Center
1003 Chaffe Ave.
Augusta, GA 30912

Call (706)721-9055 to RSVP or for more information.
 

Herbal Supplements: Facts vs. Myths

Tuesday, June 7
11 to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, June 22
1 to 1:30 p.m.

Cancer Center Community Conference Room
1411 Laney Walker Blvd.
Augusta, Ga  30912

For more information, please call 706-721-0472.

National Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit

Thursday, September 15 to Friday, October 7
Greenblatt Library (1st and 2nd floors) and Patient and Family Resource Library (1st floor, Medical Center - West Entrance).

Visit locations listed above to view the National Hispanic Heritage Month inspired art exhibit of Jose and Tyrone Lacera.

Hispanic Heritage Month Speaker

Monday, October 10
12 p.m.
Small Auditorium

Lecture: Variations in Hispanic linguistics and culture: practical implications in health care
Speaker: Professor Christopher G. Botero, PhD, Assistant Professor of Spanish & Second-language Acquistion, Augusta State University

Holiday Gift Shop Sale

Starts Friday, December 16

All Holiday items (Christmas, Hanukkah, etc.) are on sale for 40% off!
Don't fight the crowds after work, simply visit the Little Store and Ferns & Fossils and finish your Holiday shopping the convenient way!

Hot Dog Sale Fundraiser

Wednesday, January 25
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center
2nd Floor, O.R. Lounge

Enjoy a hot dog, salad, chili or soup for lunch and help the America Heart Association!
All meals include: Chips/Crackers, Drink, and Dessert

1 Hot Dog: $4
2 Hot Dogs: $5
Soup/Chili: $4
Salad: $4

IHOP free Pancake Day

Tuesday, February 28
7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Visit your local IHOP and receive one free short stack of their famous buttermilk pancakes. Donations will be accepted to support the Children's Miracle Network, which benefits Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center.

Participating Locations:

 For more information, call 706-721-4004.

The Infant CPR Anytime Learning Program developed by the American Heart Association, allows families, and those caring for infants to learn the core skills of infant CPR and relief of choking. This class is taught by a certified instructor.

Wednesdays 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Please select a date below to register. For more information, please call 706-721-9351.

Top 10 in 2010

Registration is now closed, thank you for your interest

Tips for living a healthier life in the new year

Join us on Thursday, January 21, 2010, at 6:00 p.m. for a free, informal reception and conversation about living a healthier life led by Dr. Janis Coffin, Family Medicine physician at MCGHealth. Join us for some practical tips to get - and stay - healthy.
 

Light hors d’oeuvres will be served.

Date: Thursday, January 21, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: The River Room*

*The River Room is located in downtown Augusta at
St. Paul’s Church, 605 Reynolds Street.

Kackleberry Farm

Pony Rides, Gem Mining, Pumpkin Blaster, Rooster Rollers, Zip Lining and so much more! From Games and rides, to the special corn maze, there is something for everyone!

September 24 - November 13  (Every Saturday & Sunday)
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday, 1 - 6 p.m.

Admission: Adults (3-64) $11
GHSU employees receive a $2 discount with badge.

Percentage of proceeds benefit Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center.
For more information, visit Kackleberry Farm.

Kelsi Long Memorial Ride

Saturday, March 16, 2013
Registration - 8 - 9:45 a.m. at Augusta Harley Davidson
Ride starts at 10 a.m.

This annual motorcycle ride benefits children with special needs at the Children's Hospital of Georgia.
$25 per bike and $5 for each additional rider.

For more information visit kelfoundation.org or call
Catherine Stewart at 706-721-4004 or
Mike Maddox at 706-832-4361

Kohls Cares Asthma Event

Putting the Pieces Together:
Free Asthma Awareness Event for All Families.

Saturday, May 5
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kohl's Parking Lot
4227 Washington Rd.
Evans, GA

Did you know that nearly a third of all childhood asthmas go undiagnosed? Learn about your child’s risk through provided information and screenings. Free asthma kits to those who have asthma. Free breathing studies for those with asthma or suspected asthma. Plus enjoy family fun, inflatables, vendors, ask the expert and interactive games!

For more information, please call Jennifer Anderson at 706-721-3224.

Free Asthma Awareness Event for Families

Kohl’s Cares for Kids Asthma Education & Awareness Program

Saturday, May 25, 2013
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kohl's Department Store - Parking Lot
4227 Washington Road, Evans

This event includes family fun, inflatables, vendors, goody bags, ask the expert and interactive games.  Free asthma kits for those with asthma and free breathing studies. 
To register, call 706-721-3225 or e-mail janderson@mcg.edu.

This event is sponsored by Kohl's Cares.
 

Kroger Campaign

May 30- June 26

For nearly 30 years, The Kroger Co. has helped raise funds for Children’s Miracle Network hospitals. Kroger associates give their time and talent in many different ways to have fundraising funds for Children’s Miracle Network. Visit any Kroger location and purchase a balloon for $1.00 and help support our world class medical center that is right here in our back yard, MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. Also, stop by the Evans location on Saturday, June 26 and purchase a hot dog lunch.

All proceeds benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. For more information, call 706-721-4004.

"Light The Night Walk"
Saturday, September 22, 2012
5 p.m.

JOIN OUR TEAM: We would like to invite you to join the “Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Team” for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s "Light The Night Walk" to be held September 22, 2012 at 5 PM to benefit our cancer patients and family. Our goal this year is to raise $25,000 and have over 100 walkers. Each walker who raises $100 will be considered a “Champion For Cures” and receive a Light The Night t-shirt and an illuminated balloon for the walk. As an incentive, you will also receive a team t-shirt.

• To register as a team member please go to Light The Night web site and
  click the 1st red JOIN button at the bottom of the page then follow the directions.
• To create a Department Team, please contact Kate Sanders, Campaign Manager GA Chapter at kate.sanders@lls.org and ask to join the Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Team.
• To give a donation to this worthy cause, enter the same web site and click Donate to Team at right of page.

Thank you in advance to your support.
Last year we were the top sponsored corporate team in Augusta.
Join our team help us lead the way again this year!

For more information contact Colleen Floyd, Co-Captain GHS Cancer Team,
at 706-721-8065 or email cfloyd@georgiahealth.edu.

Living with Mutliple Sclerosis as a Family
Saturday, July 24, 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fort Discovery, 1 Seveth Street

Clinicians from the Augusta Multiple Sclerosis Center at MCGHealth will speak and conduct interactive games to help family members better understand what multiple sclerosis is like for someone living with the neurological disorder. Admission is free.
Food will be provided, compliments of Berlex Laboratories.

Key Note Speakers:
Dr. Mitzi Williams, Medical Director, Augusta Multiple Sclerosis Center
Rebecca Rahn, PA-C, Physican Assistant, Augusta MS Center
Brett Massingham, Patient Advocate

Space is limited. Please call 706.721.7411 to register. 

Love's Travel Stop in Thomson will be selling paper hearts from August 27 through September 30. All money raised from the paper hearts will benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. Love's has been a Children's Miracle Network sponsor for 11 years and has raised over 3.4 million for all Children's Miracle Network hospitals. Purchase a paper heart and help the patients and their families that are served right here in your own community.

Lunch and Learn Series: After Baby Fitness

Thursday, May 26
12 to 1 p.m.
PPG Conference Room, HS 1491

Join Dr. Sandra Mobley as she designs a personalized strategy to help you lose those after-baby pounds.

Light refreshments available. To register or for more information, please contact arlewis@georgiahealth.edu.

Saturday, May 19, 2012
1 - 5 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences University
Alumni Center
919 15th Street
Augusta, GA 30912

This event is co-sponsored by GHS Health System and the Lupus Foundation of America, Georgia Chapter.

Please register by contacting:
www.lupusga.org or call 770-333-5930.

March for Babies

Saturday, May 8
Lake Olmstead
78 Milledge Road
Augusta, GA 30904

Registration begins at 9 a.m. and walk starts at 10 a.m.

Visit marchforbabies.org/mcghealth for more information.

4th Annual Miracle Ball
 

Friday, December 17, 2010
7:00 - 11:00 p.m.

Location:  Elks Lodge, 205 Elkdom Court, Augusta, Georgia

Tickets:  $25 at the door.  $20 if purchased in advance.  Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:
Neptune Dive & Ski
Ballroom in Motion

Event Includes:
• Appetizers, Desserts, Cash Bar
• Spotlight Dances featuring The Miracle Kids
• Silent Auction including: Dance lessons from Ballroom in Motion and Scuba class from Neptune Dive & Ski
• Exciting raffles includes a fantastic piece donated by the Jewelers Bench.

All proceeds will benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center

 

Miracle Miles 10K & Fun Run

Saturday, September 11
9:30 a.m.
Lake Olmstead, 3 Milledge Road

MCG Miracle Network is holding its annual 10K and 2 Mile Fun Run September 11th at Lake Olmstead. It will be a fun filled Saturday morning for all ages with entertainment from a local radio station.  Pets, strollers and people of all ages are welcome to come out and support MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. Einstein's Bagels, and fun prizes.

All proceeds from the race go to MCG's Children's Medical Center to help fund all the Miracles that happen there daily!  You can easily sign up online at www.helpmakemiracles.org  Sign up includes your t-shirt! Please come out and show your support!

Awards will be given to the Top Male, Female and Pets.

For more infomation please call 706.721.4004.

Moe's Joey's 4 Juniors

All Weekend
November 9 - 11, 2012

Moe's Locations:

• 3450 Wrightsboro Road, Suite D-225
• Augusta Mall Promenade
• 2805-C Washington Road (in front of Kroger)
• 4239 Washington Road, Suite 1, Evans
• 1500 Whiskey Road in Aiken

Purchase the famous Joey Bag of Donuts burrito for only $4. Moe's will donate $2 of every Joey Bag of Donuts burrito purchased to GHS Children's Medical Center.

The Monster Bash

Goblins are haunting, Monsters will mash, It's time to get ready for The Monster Bash!
Costumes Encouraged!

Saturday, October 27
8 p.m. until midnight
Enterprise Mill
1450 Greene Street
Augusta, GA

Ticket price $50
VIP table of 8 with reserved seating $600

Visit: monsterbashaugusta.com

Proceeds benefit GHS Children's Medical Center

MCGHealth Children's Medical Center

Presents

Movies Under the Stars

Every Friday in June
Gates open at 7 p.m. Movies start at dusk.
Columbia County Amphitheatre
7022 Evans Town Center Blvd.
Evans, Georgia

Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy the fresh air while watching your favorite family films on a giant 30-foot screen. All movies are rated PG. Coolers are allowed. No alcoholic beverages permitted.

June 3 - Megamind (PG)
June 10 - How to Train Your Dragon (PG)
June 17 - Shrek Forever After (PG)
June 24 - Despicable Me (PG)

Admission is free, but donations to benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center are glady accepted.

For more information, call 706-721-5736.        

Multidisciplinary Care
of the Stroke Patient

February 18, 2011
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
MCG Alumni Center
919 15th Street
Augusta Georgia 30912

'The Multidisciplinary Care of the Stroke Patient' focuses on the complex needs of our patient population. MCGHealth provides care for the Central Savannah River Area. This region is considered to be part of the stroke belt. The stroke belt identifies 11 states with high stroke mortality. MCGHealth is committed to reducing stroke mortalities by educating not only the public we serve, but the healthcare professionals that care for these patients everyday.

For more information or to register, please contact Holly Hula, 706-721-0179 or hhula@mcg.edu.

PDF of conference brochure

Augusta Multiple Sclerosis Center’s Lunch & Learn
Thursday, June 10
12 to 1 p.m.
MCG Alumni Center
Mitzi J. Williams, MD will address new therapies in multiple sclerosis
For information or to RSVP, please call 706-721-1411.

Non-Food Halloween Festival

Wednesday, October 31
3 to 5:30 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences University
Health Sciences Building - floors 4 and 5
987 St. Sebastian Way

Join the Georgia Health Sciences University College of Nursing for the 5th annual event! This event is targeted toward children with medically restricted diets, including those with severe food allergies, diabetes and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract.

For more information or to RSVP to attend the event, please call 706-721-2451.

Nutrition and Cancer: The Power of Prevention

Tuesday November 13
11am - 12
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center
Community Conference Room
1411 Laney Walker Blvd.
Augusta, GA 30912

Call (706)721-0507 to RSVP or for more information.
 

This monthly nutrition class is open to anyone in the area, and focuses on those with a history of cancer, those who are currently dealing with cancer, or those in remission.

Free Oral Cancer Screenings

Thursday, April 26, 2012

8 a.m. to Noon
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center, 1411 Laney Walker Blvd.
The free screenings are part of a nationwide effort to prevent oral, head and neck cancers.  
 

For more information or to schedule a time for your free screening, call 706-721-6744.

Pajama 5K Run
Saturday, September 22 at 9 a.m.
Lake Olmstead Stadium

Proceeds benefi t the Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center. Augusta’s Pajama Run 5K course is a certified 5K and will start and fi nish at the GreenJackets stadium, near Lake Olmstead. Register online at www.pajamarun.org.

Pajama 5K Run
Saturday, September 22 at 9 a.m.
Lake Olmstead Stadium

Proceeds benefi t the Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center. Augusta’s Pajama Run 5K course is a certified 5K and will start and fi nish at the GreenJackets stadium, near Lake Olmstead. Register online at www.pajamarun.org.

Papa-N-Son's Fundraiser

Dine at Papa-N-Son's
Tuesdays in January
(Jan 4, 11, 18 & 25)
4:00 to 9:30 p.m

Percentage of the proceeds will benefit Safe Kids East Central at MCGHealth Children’s Medical Center.

For more information, call 706-721-7606.

The 11th Annual CSRA Parkinson Walk

Saturday, November 13, 2010
Registration – 9 a.m.
Walk – 10 a.m.
Raffle – 11 a.m.
Family Y Track
3570 Wheeler Rd.
Augusta, GA.

Join us at the Family Y outdoor track at 3570 Wheeler Road in Augusta to help our fight against Parkinson's Disease.  Funds raised through our Walk are used for Parkinson's research, quality of life programs, patient support and education.  For more information and to register your team, please call 706-364-1662 or email parkinsoncsra@comcast.net
 

12th Annual Parkinson's Disease Seminar

Friday, May 3, 2013
8:30 a.m. - Noon
Doubletree Hotel Augusta
2651 Perimeter Parkway
Augusta, Georgia
 

Presented by the Georgia Regents Movement Disorders Program, a National Parkinson Foundation Center of Excellence, this free seminar will discuss issues related to the care and treatment of people with Parkinson's Disease.

To register or for more information, please call 706-721-4895.

 

Celebrate Patient- and Family-Centered Care Awareness Month!

Themes

• Week 1: EMBRACE
• Week 2: Respect and Dignity
• Week 3: Information Sharing
• Week 4: Collaboration
• Week 5: Participation

• October 3, 9 a.m.
  Mayor Deke Copenhaver will make PFCC Month Proclamation and the CMC entrance
• October 17
  Leaders will be serving meals in Terrace Dining Hall
• October 26, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
  Congressman Barrow will attend PFCC Block Party.
  Free hamburger/hotdogs will be given to rst 1,000 employees.
  (The gazebo on the 1st  foor outside of Terrace Dining)

Patient- and Family-Centered Care Conference

March 14 & 15
Natalie and Lansing B. Lee, Jr. Auditoria

March 14, 1 to 5 p.m.
March 15, 8 a.m. to 12 noon

Embracing Quality and Clinical Growth while Interacting with Patients and Families

Keynote Speaker: William Schwab, Professor and Vice Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.

For more information, please call 706-721-6838 or register for the conference on MC Strategies.

Pediatric Emergency & Disaster Preparedness Conference

Wednesday, May 18, 2011
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences University, Health Sciences Building
987 St. Sebastian Way, Augusta, GA 30912
 

For more information on the conference, and to register, click here.

Power to Prevent:
A Family Lifestyle Approach to Diabetes

Tuesday, April 12
6 to 7 p.m.
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center, Family Resource Library, Room 1801
First Floor

Led by clinical dietitians from MCGHealth, the Power to Prevent is a 12-session class designed by the National Diabetes Education Program to help families practice healthier habits in order to prevent diabetes.

For more information or to register for the free class, please call 706-721-5160.

Power to Prevent:
A Family Lifestyle Approach to Diabetes

Tuesday, June 21
1 to 2 p.m.
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center Resource Library

Learn skills and techniques to prevent diabetes. Registration required.

For more information or to register, please call 706-721-5160.

President's First State of the Enterprise Address

October 4, 2011
12 to 1 p.m.
Lee Auditorium

Refreshments will be available following address.

President's Lecture Series

Tuesday, April 24
Noon to 1 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences University
Lee Auditorium

Lecture presented by:
Linda Burnes Bolton, DrPH, RN, FAAN
Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Cedars-Sinai Health System and Research Institute, Los Angeles, CA 

"Healthcare is a Team Sport"

Reception to follow in the atrium. Attendees, please respond by April 19 by calling 706-721-7511 or email LectureSeries@georgiahealth.edu.

Publix Balloon Campaign

May 29 through June 18

Visit your area Publix store and purchase a CMN balloon for $1. All funds raised will help support patients and families at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. For more information, please call 706-721-3957.  

Red Wagon Society Membership Drive
Monday, March 22, 2010
5:30 p.m.
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center, first floor conference room
Find out how you can make a difference in the life of a child. This meeting is for new and old members who want to hear about exciting new changes to the society and how it supports MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. Membership applications will be available.
For more information, call 706-721-4004.

Pancake Breakfast

Saturday, August 21
7:30 - 10:30 am
Fatz Cafe
464 North Belair Road
Evans, GA

Join the Red Wagon Society and Fatz Cafe for a pancake breakfast. Purchase an $8 ticket and enjoy all you can eat pancakes, bacon, grits, coffee and juice. $4 from each ticket sold will benefit the Red Wagon Society, a group of volunteers dedicated to MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.

To purchase a ticket, please call 706-721-4004 or e-mail castewart@mcg.edu.

Red Wagon members will be helping to serve breakfast.

Red Wagon Society Social

Tuesday, September 28, 2010
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Manuels Bread Cafe
505 Railroad Avenue
Sutie 100
North Augusta, South Carolina

Join the Red Wagon Society for a social affair. Enjoy cocktails, food and meet and greet. If you are already a member, this is a great time to come and mingle with other members. If you are interested in joining, please come by and see what the Red Wagon Society is all about.  

Call 706-721-4004 for more information.

From August 15 through September 15, area Rite Aid's will be selling CMN balloons available for $1. Each balloon will have coupons for back to school supplies.

Proceeds benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.  For more information, please call 706-721-3957.

Learn How to be a Safe Baby Sitter   
Saturday, April 27, 2013

This nationally recognized, award-winning curriculum teaches 11-13 year olds how to handle emergencies while baby sitting. Instructors provide students with hands-on practice in basic lifesaving techniques and tips to help sitters become confident caregivers, including security precautions such as what to do if a stranger comes to the door and when and how to call for help.

Instructors also cover child development, age-appropriate activities and the business aspects of babysitting. To successfully complete the one day Safe Sitter program, participants must pass a rigorous practical and written test to show that they have mastered the key concepts and have the skills to handle any emergency.

Class is $35.00

Class will be offered on the following dates:
(classes start promptly at 9 a.m., please arrive early)

Saturday, April 27, 2013
     Safe Kids East Central Office
     1225 Walton Way, Augusta, GA

Future dates for Safe Sitter classes.

To register, please print and complete the registration form and student contract and mail along with your registration fee to:

Safe Kids East Central
Georgia Health Sciences
1225 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30901

For more information or to check on space availability, call 706-721-7606.

To learn more about the Safe Sitter program visit www.safesitter.org.

Learn more about Safe Kids East Central

Look Good Feel Great:
Scarf Tying Techniques During Chemotherapy Treatment

Wednesday, November 9
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center
Community Conference Room - 1st floor

Learn how to keep your head warm while staying in style with scarf tying techniques from Master Cosmetologist, Sherry Brooks.

For more information, please call 706-721-0472.

Thursday, June 3, 2009

10:30 a.m. -1 p.m.Terrrace, Magnolia Room

FREE Glaucoma Screening!
Glaucoma is an important health problem that can lead to blindness and is the second leading cause of blindness in the world. Over half of all affected Americans do not even know that they have it. This screening is free and is staffed by our medical students and faculty. If you have any questions or wish to sign up, please call 706-721-1165.

Save your sight!
Please call 706-721-1165 to register.

Sight Savers Glaucoma Screening

Tuesday, September 27
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Terrace Dining - Dogwood Room

Sight Savers is a glaucoma screening event to test blood pressure, visual acuity, ocular pressure, visual fields, as well as consult with an ophthalmologist.

Heart and Cardivascular Health Services Night at Sno-Cap

Friday, November 9, 6 to 10 p.m.
Sno-Cap, 618 West Avenue, North Augusta

• Music with Live DJ
• Family and Kids games
• Food

10% of all food and drink sales after 4 p.m. will be donated to the American Heart Association.

For more information contact:
Laurie Matthews, 706-721-9055
lmatthews@georgiahealth.edu
or
Steven Galles, 706-721-1112
sgalles@georgiahealth.edu

Spring Fitting Event

Thursday, June 16
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
MCGHealth Cancer Center Image Boutique

Come in and get properly fitted and try on the latest bras during our special event! Open to all women. An American Breast Care specialist will be available for private fittings and consultations.The right bra can have a positive effect on your posture and your overall appearance. 

Additional 25% off bras!

Appointments are recommended, please call 706-721-0466.

State of the College of Dental Medicine Address

Friday, November 4
Noon
Lee Auditorium

Dr. Connie Drisko, dean of the Georgia Health Sciences University College of Dental Medicine, will give the State of the College Address.

For more information, call the dean's office at 706-721-2117.

Free Stroke Risk Assessments

May 5, 12, 19 and 26
10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
MCGHealth Medical Center
Patient Resource Library

Free stroke risk assessments every Thursday in May. For more information, please call 706-825-4747.

Successful Superwoman's Brunch

Tuesday, May 18, 2010
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Savannah Rapids Pavilion

MCGHealth and the Columbia County Chamber present:

Success Is No Accident…
          Protect Your Health and Wealth
 
Dr. Janis Coffin , MedicalCollege of Georgia will address preventative care for women. Amy Snell, Attorney, Fulcher Hagler LLP will address financial and legal awareness. 

Catered by Silver Palm Catering

For more information call 651-0018 or register online.

2010

From April 1 though May 18, Sunoco is partnering with the NASCAR Foundation. Not only will Sunoco A Plus be selling Miracle Balloons for $1 to help raise funds for hospitals, but this year when customers donate $5 they will receive a 2009 limited NASCAR DAY pin.

Proceeds benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.

ALS Support Group

Second Friday of each month
11 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Office Building, 1447 Harper Street
4th Floor, Room BP 4306

The ALS meeting is an essential tool in helping patients, families, friends and caregivers of those effected by ALS. The meetings provide opportunities for individuals to share their personal experiences and learn more about strategies for preserving the independence and quality of life for ALS patients and their loved ones. Participants learn they are neither alone nor without help. Meetings are free and open to all patients, family members and friends. Lunch is provided.

To reserve a spot, please call the ALS Clinic at 706-721-2681.

"A-Team" - Autism Spectrum Disorder Support and Resource Group

1st Tuesday of every month 6 to 7 p.m.

Education and support for families and friends of children with autism spectrum disorders, including Autism, Asperger's, and PDD NOS.

Georgia Health Sciences Children's Medical Center
Family Resource Library Room 1801
1st floor of the Children’s Medical Center

Parents, educators, community support representatives, caregivers, medical representatives and anyone affected by autism spectrum disorders is invited to attend.

For more information, please contact Family Services Development at (706) 721-6838 or  ddrakele@georgiahealth.edu.

Blood Cancer/BMT Support Group

Third Wednesday of each month
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center
1411 Laney Walker Blvd, First Floor, Community Room

This group provides educational and emotional support to patients, families, friends and caregivers.

For more information, call 706-721-9134 or 706-721-1634.

Breast Cancer Support Group

Second Thursday of each Month
12:30 - 2 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center
1411 Laney Walker Blvd., First Floor, Community Room

For support of women and families affected by breast cancer.

For more information, please call 706-721-4109.

2009

Third Thursday of each month
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

The support group meetings will be held at Earthfare, 368 Furys Ferry Road in the community room. This group offers support for families living with eosinophilic disease. A diagnosis of eosinophilic esophagitis/enteritis (EoE) affects multiple aspects of daily life, from drastic dietary changes to multiple medications to the added stress of a chronic illness and repeated medical procedures. This parent-founded support group is designed to give families dealing with EoE an opportunity to meet each other, discuss the challenges related to EoE, and learn more about EoE. Children are welcome to attend meetings along with their parents - games/activities are provided for younger children.

For more information, please call Melinda/Eric Garrett at 706-868-1874 or email CSRAgroup@apfed.org.

CSRA Gyn Cancer Support Group

Third Monday of each month
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Augusta Oncology Associates
3696 Wheeler Road, Augusta

For more information, please call 706-721-5557.

Cystectomy Support Group

Tuesday, April 17
2 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center - 1st floor Conference Room
1411 Laney Walker Blvd.

A support group for survivors to share experiences, advice and support in how to cope with this life changing and complex disease.

For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Annie Blount at ablount@georgiahealth.edu, or 706-721-0550.

Support Group - Families who have lost a baby during pregnancy, childbirth or early infancy

For information and support following a pregnancy or infant loss, call Sue Ellen Abney at 706-721-8299.

Head and Neck Cancer Support Group

Every fourth Wednesday of each month.
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Georgia Regents University Cancer Center
1411 Laney Walker Blvd., First Floor, Community Room
For more information, please call 706-721-0550 or e-mail LeAnn at draganole@bellsouth.net

The aim of our support group is to provide encouragement and hope for survivors and those newly diagnosed with head and neck cancers. Survivors are encouraged to share their experiences and coping strategies in a non-threatening and friendly environment.  Caregivers and loved ones are welcome.

Huntington Disease Support Group

First Thursday of the month
6:30 p.m.
Marks Building, 1429 Harper Street, Room 1122

All those interested in learning more about Huntington disease are welcome to attend this support group which meets the first Thursday of each month. Dinner is provided at all meetings.

Call 706-721-4895 for information.

Second Tuesday of the month
6:30 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Associates, 618 Ponder Place, Suite 2, Evans

This group offers support to women and couples suffering from infertility.

For more information call, 706-210-0642.

Let's Talk

A general cancer support group for individuals with cancer to gather together to share their experiences, express their feelings, learn coping techniques and find emotional support.

Classes offered the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. 

Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center in the Community Conference Room located on the main floor.

For questions, please call 706-721-0550. 

Look Good...Feel Better

Join us at a free, hands-on, group workshop dedicated
to helping female cancer patients cope with and
combat the appearance-related side effects of
chemotherapy and radiation treatment.

Learn skin care and makeup applications, as well as demonstrations on hair/wig techniques.

A free gift of full size name-brand cosmetics is given for use during and after the workshop.

Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center
Second Wednesday of every month
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
GHS Cancer Center
Community Conference Room located on the main floor.

Sponsored by the American Cancer Society.

Please call 706-721-0466 to register. 

Moms Connection

Every Tuesday of the month
1 to 2 p.m.
Terrace Dining, Dogwood Room
Georgia Regents Medical Center
1120 15th Street
Augusta, GA 30912

Congratulation on the birth of your baby! The joy and challenge of your new life can sometimes be overwhelming. Georgia Regenets Health System Women’s Center offers you a chance to enter a supportive and nurturing space. Bring your baby and we will supply an International Board Certified lactation consultant/educator /perinatal nurse to answer your questions and offer resources. You will be able to weigh your baby, share refreshments, network with other moms, get questions answered and receive timely advice from the Women’s Health team and monthly guest speakers.

For more information, please call 706-721-8283.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

Last Monday of the month.
6-7:30 p.m.
Dinner is provided
1120 15th Street, 6th Floor, Augusta MS Center

For more information, please call 706-721-7239.

Prostate Cancer Support Group

Third Tuesday of each month
6-7:30 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Cancer Center
1411 Laney Walker Blvd., First Floor, Community Room
 

For more information, please call 706-721-0550

Sleep Apnea Support Group

The Georgia Health Sciences A.W.A.K.E. (Alert, Well, And Keeping Energetic) Support Group is free and open to anyone diagnosed with or interested in sleep apnea.

Fourth Thursday of each month
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Georgia Health Sciences Children’s Medical Center, Resource Library, 1st floor

For more information, please call 706-721-0793.

Trauma Support Group

Third Wednesday of each month
Noon to 1 p.m.
Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center
4 West Conference Room 4069

For more information, please call 706-721-0278.

Weight Loss Support Group

Our skilled weight loss team understands the challenges you face and provides the tools you need to overcome those obstacles. 

Every fourth Tuesday of the month
5:30 p.m.
GRU Alumni Center, 919 15th Street

For more information, call 706-721-2609 or visit georgiahealth.org/weightloss

If you would like to sign up for a weight loss newsletter please visit https://www.mcghealth.org/publications/ContentPage.aspx?nd=1343&email=.

The Power to Prevent: Small Steps lead to Big Rewards

Tuesday, July 19
1 to 2 pm and 6 to 7 pm
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center Resource Library
 

The objectives for this class include: Identify small steps that will lead to big rewards, explain that there are more than 50 ways to prevent diabetes, and use tools to help take small steps in food choices and in physical activity levels.

Free to the public, registration is required. Please call 706-721-5160.

Third Annual Miracle Ball
Friday, December 18
7 to 11 p.m.

At the Elk Lodge, 205 Elkdom Court- near Riverwatch and Fury's Ferry A fun filled gala with dancing, food, entertainment, silent auction prizes and music by the Sassy Brass Band. Entertainment provided by Teena Marie's Ballroom in Motion Youth Dance Team.
Tickets are $25.00 and may be purchased at Ballroom in Motion, Neptune Dive & Ski or by calling 706-399-1560. All proceeds benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.
 

Thyroid Disease: From the Routine to the Cutting Edge

FREE Seminar

Thursday, October 6, 2011 
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Augusta Marriott
Two 10th Street, Augusta

Join us for this free seminar!  We are pleased to invite you to an evening of refreshments and a seminar on thyroid disease.

Presented by:

Thyroid disease affects men and women of all ages and occurs frequently in women ages 30 to 50. Thyroid disorders include benign nodules and goiters, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and thyroid cancers.

Learn more about thyroid disease and Georgia Health Sciences state-of-the-art treatments.

To reserve your space today, please register below or call 706-721-6100.

Town Hall Meeting to discuss Consolidation of ASU/GHSU

Thursday, January 12
Lee Auditorium - GHSU - 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre  - ASU - 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

Four town hall meetings with Augusta State University President William A. Bloodworth Jr. and Georgia Health Sciences University President Ricardo Azziz will be held on Thursday, Jan. 12 to discuss the planned ASU/GHSU consolidation.

For more information, contact Christen Carter at 706-721-5733.

Understanding Ischemic Stroke

Tuesday, June 14
10:30 to 11 a.m.
MCGHealth Patient and Family Resource Library
1120 15th St., BT - 1000
Augusta, Ga  30912

In this class, we will identify the human cost of stroke, recognize stroke risk factors, signs and symptoms, discuss stroke prevention, and state the importance of early activation of EMS by calling 911 when stroke symptoms are witnessed.

For more information, please call 706-721-4137.

Understanding Stroke, Blood Pressure

Wednesday, December 14
10 a.m. to Noon
Patient and Family Resource Library

Class will include:

• Identifying the human cost of stroke
• Recognize stroke risk factors
• Recognize stroke signs and symptoms
• Discuss stroke prevention
• State the importance of early activation of EMS by calling 911 when stroke symptoms are witnessed
• Free blood pressure testing and education regarding blood pressure

For more information, please call 706-721-4137.

Uniforms for America

November 10
7 a.m. to 4 p.m.        
MCGHealth Children's Medical Center,  Conference Room,  BT1810 

Don't go store-to-store to buy your scrubs!  Shop our uniform sale benefitting MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.  Brands include Cherokee, Grey's Anatomy, Skechers and Dansko footwear.

Urology Golf Tournament

Saturday, September 15
Jones Creek Golf Club

All proceeds benefit the section's residency program. Golfers and sponsors needed. Contact Kim Maddox at 706-721-2519 or kimaddox@georgiahealth.edu for more information.

Not Active 6/10
USC-Aiken Skedaddle 5K
Saturday, November 21

Regardless of your fitness level, come participate in this 5K run/walk event at the new USC-Aiken Pacer Path. The registration fee is $15 and all proceeds will benefit MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. For more information call 706-721-4004 or email bjheyward@usca.edu.
 

Vericose Veins: Are You At Risk?

You are invited to join Dr. Gautam Agarwal, Vascular Surgeon, as he discusses causes, symptoms and treatment options for varicose veins.

Tuesday, May 17
Terrace Dining, Dogwood Room 
Dr. Agarwal will provide two brief talks at 12:00 and 12:30 PM.  

A light lunch will be served.

Summer Volunteen Program

Applications due by April 15
Open to teens ages 15-18
6 week program starts in June

Teens can choose from three different time schedules of 9 a.m. to noon, 1 to 4 p.m., or 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and may volunteer one day of the week, or multiple days. At the end of the six weeks, Volunteer Services will host a lunch for the teens and their parents.

Application process:

• Submit application and other forms listed below
  • Letter of recommendation (cannot be from a family member)
  • Current immunization records and proof of one TB test (at the expense of the volunteer due to the shortened program)

Applicants will be notified of acceptance into the program and given a choice of two dates to attend an orientation with a parent or guardian. A complimentary t-shirt and badge will be provided when the teen completes the application process and has been accepted into the program.

For more information, please call 706-721-3596 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. or click here.

Wal-Mart Balloon Campaign

May 1 - June 11
Any Area Wal-Mart

Visit any area Wal-Mart and make a donation to your local Children's Miracle Network Hospital.
In 2010 Wal-Mart raised over $160,000 to benefit the patients and families at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.
 

Wal-Mart Campaign

May 1 through June 19

Have you ever asked yourself what a difference a quarter can make? Stop by any area Wal-Mart and Sam's Club and find out how you can help support the patients and families at MCGHealth Children's Medical Center.

For more information please call, 706-721-3957.

Wee Wisdom is a series of educational programs for parents of children under five. Topics range from childcare to discipline to how to keep your infant healthy.  Below are the class topics.  Sessions meet every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. in the Family Resource Library located on the first floor of the Children’s Medical Center.  Participants are eligible for 1 approved credit from Bright from the Start: Department of Early Care and Learning. 

Call (706) 721-KIDS (5437) for more information or to register for these free classes. 

Call (706) 721-KIDS (5437) for more information or to register for these free classes.

Free Weight Loss Surgery Seminars

Register for our Free Weight Loss Surgery Patient Education Seminar

• Seminars are the second and fourth Thursday during the month of January and on the second and fourth Tuesday for the remainder of 2013.
   
• Seminars on the second Tuesday/Thursday will be held at the Columbia County Library, 7022 Evans Town Center Blvd., Evans, GA and seminars on the fourth Tuesday/Thursday will be at the Georgia Health Sciences University Alumni Center, 919 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912.
   
• Seminars during the month of January start at 7 p.m. and will begin at 6:30 p.m. for the remainder of 2013.

Register for our Free Weight Loss Surgery Seminar

The Georgia Health Sciences Weight Loss Center offers educational seminars for anyone interested in learning more about morbid obesity and weight loss surgery. 

• Educating yourself about weight loss surgery options, risks and benefits of surgery, and expectations of weight loss surgery programs are all key for you to have a successful experience and long-term success.
• These seminars give you the opportunity to learn about your disease, the options for treatment, and the benefits and risk associated with surgery. Equally important, it gives you the chance to meet and talk with the people who will be providing your care and support you during your weight loss journey.
• Another key element to your success is your support structure (family, friends). It is equally important for them to learn about the journey you are thinking of going on and the role they may play in your success. For that reason, we encourage you to bring the members of your support structure to the information seminars with you.
• These seminars will help you become an educated health care consumer so you can make more informed decisions about your health and wellbeing.  

For more information, please call our Weight Loss coordinator at 706-721-2609.

Wendy's Frosty Fundraiser

Beginning November 1 till sell out, or May 15, when Wendy’s customers purchase a Frosty key tag for $1 at participating area Wendy’s restaurants, they will receive a free Junior Frosty treat by showing their key tag during follow-up visits from May 15 through November 15, 2012. Proceeds from the sale of each tag will benefit the Georgia Health Sciences Children’s Medical Center, the area’s only children’s hospital.

Please note, a purchase is required in order to use your key tag, and you may only receive one free Junior Frosty per key tag per visit. The newest edition of key tags goes on sale November 8 at these participating Wendy’s restaurants:

Augusta locations:

• 3012 Peach Orchard Road
• 3342 Wrightsboro Road
• 1730 Walton Way
• 449 Walton Way
• 2738 Washington Road           

Martinez locations:

• 3859 Washington Road
• 430 South Belair Road

North Augusta location:

• 517 East Martintown Road

Aiken locations:

• 1901 Whiskey Road
• 1104 Richland Avenue

For more information call 706-721-4004.

Judy Garland - The Dressing of a Legend

Thursday, May 10
11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sacred Heart Cultural Center

Couture from the collection of Michael Siewert.

Georgia Health Sciences is a proud sponsor of the Westobou Festival.

WJBF Health and Wellness Expo
Saturday, October 16
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Savannah Rapids Pavilion

Free health screenings, medical information, activities, outdoor play ground with jumping inflatables and boat rides. Event is for the entire family. Children are welcome and will receive specialized screenings and information in the MCGHealthChildren’s Medical Center Kids Zone.

For more information call 706.721.4598.

MCGHealth Women's Health Fair
Wednesday, September 8
2:30 - 6:30pm.
Terrace Dining Room, Dogwood and Magnolia Rooms

Please join us for free screenings and information.  Open to all MCGHealth employees, their family members and friends.

Representatives will be available from MCGHealth's:
Breast Health Center
Cancer Center
Children's Medical Center
Employee Assistance Program
Family Medical Center
Healthwise Wellness Program
Perimenopause and Menopause Program
Perinatal Center
Rehabilitation Center
Sleep Disorders Center
Sports Medicine
Women's Health Center
Women's Heart Health Center

“Blessed to be a Blessing: The Lydia Project”
Presented by Jan Lewis
Thursday, October 7
Noon to 1 p.m.
MCGHealth Cancer Center, 1411 Laney Walker Blvd
1st floor, Community Resource Room

Please RSVP to Nicole Aenchbacher at 706-721-4109 by October 4.

Seating is limited

The Wheel of Health and You

Thursday, October 14, 2010
Noon to 1pm
MCGHealth Cancer Center, 1411 Laney Walker Blvd
1st Floor, Community Resource Room
Presented by Integrative Health Coach, Trina Ford, NCTMB, RYT, IHC

Please RSVP to Nicole Aenchbacher, 706.721.4109
 

Monday, June 14
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The MCGHealth blood donor room is having a thank you drop-in for our blood donors or those wishing to donate. Refreshments will be served.  You will also have the opportunity to donate.

For more information, please call 706-721-3695.

WRGA, Rome's NewsTalk Radio Interview with Dr. Azziz

Tuesday, December 27
9:30 - 10 a.m.
WRGA, Rome's NewsTalk

Dr. Leonard Reeves, assistant Dean of the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine's Northwest Georgia Clinical Campus in Rome, will conduct a radio interview with Dr. Azziz. Dr. Reeves, who does monthly talk shows on medicine, has been given the opportunity to host the 9:30 to 10 a.m. segment, "Talk of the Town". Dr. Azziz will discuss educational, clinical, and research expansion in Rome and other parts of the state. 

To listen to the interview live, please tune-in by clicking here. 

This two and a half hour baby care class,  includes topics such as baby's first hours- making the connection, diapering and bathing baby, sleep and crying patterns, normal newborn characteristics, hospital routines and infant safety. Both parents are encouraged to attend.

All classes are taught by certified instructors.

Registration is required, please call 706-721-9351

or select a start date below.

A program co-led by Safe Kids East Central that provides educational and counseling intervention to youth and their families experiencing problems with fire setting behavior, while providing a better understanding and rehabilitation of the consequences dealing with the misuse of fire setting materials and fire.

Call Lt. Carlton Bradley at Augusta Fire Rescue 706-821-2930 for more information.