Month: July 2016

Fitness, Lifestyle, Outdoors, Physical, Wellness

Renee Moss: A Triathlete, In and Out of Competition

For those familiar with the triathlon, it is known that the events are twofold.  On one hand, successful competition takes a great deal of preparation, determination, and effort.  On the other, the end results, including personal health and the building of bonds and relationships, cannot be measured by finish times or mileage. Thomasville resident and 12-year triathlete Renee Moss has taken her love of remaining … Continue reading Renee Moss: A Triathlete, In and Out of Competition

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Physical, Wellness

Patients Finding Success with Orbera at Colquitt Regional

When Colquitt Regional CEO Jim Matney heard about a new non-surgical weight-loss procedure seeking FDA approval he began his research.  “There was strong data that backed up the Orbera procedure because worldwide it has been used for over a decade,” says Matney.  “There was plenty of research that proved it was safe and very effective.  I knew early on that this was something we wanted … Continue reading Patients Finding Success with Orbera at Colquitt Regional

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Lifestyle, Outdoors

Summertime Pool Safety: Five Quick Tips

It’s about that time: the summer is here, and along with it come the excruciatingly hot and humid temperatures of South Georgia.  For those that are familiar with these brutal months, two options present surefire ways to beat the heat of local summers: stay inside, or find a nice refreshing pool to cool yourself off. The water is always a wonderful alternative, and many will … Continue reading Summertime Pool Safety: Five Quick Tips

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Physical, Wellness

With You Every Step of the Way

Tift Regional Medical Center offers an innovative approach to total joint replacement and spine surgery. There may come a time when the pain in your back, shoulder, neck, hip or knee reduces the quality of your life and conservative measures no longer provide relief.  Everyday activities, such as walking, shopping or housework can become difficult or unbearable.  Taking in favorite hobbies such as golf or … Continue reading With You Every Step of the Way

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