YourTown Health News
Dr. George W. Brown Receives Atlanta Magazine Top Doctors Honors
YourTown Health would like to congratulate Dr. George W. Brown for being recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and appearing on Atlanta’s Top Doctors list in Atlanta magazine’s July issue. Dr. Brown, who is affiliated with Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center, is...
Common COVID-19 Vaccine Myths
There's a lot of talk out there these days regarding COVID-19 vaccinations. We know it can be challenging to keep up. Vaccinations are essential tools for preventative care. They protect against tetanus, measles, polio, and other communicable diseases. But they are...
Can My Appointment Be Virtual?
Virtual visits or “Telehealth” have become a crucial part of our healthcare system. But how do you know if Telehealth is right for you? And when should you see your provider in person instead? We have created this basic guide that can help you decide if Telehealth is...
How Telehealth Is Fighting Against the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Coronavirus pandemic has impacted our lives in ways we could never imagine. The same is true for the healthcare industry. One of the many challenges our industry has faced is continuing regular, in-person care for patients. Virtual visits or “Telehealth” have...
How Telehealth Appointments Work
Telehealth is a great resource to use during the current COVID-19 pandemic and for appointments that might not require in-person examinations by your provider. Now that telehealth is more popular than ever, it’s good to familiarize yourself with the process and...
The Benefits of Telehealth
To keep healthcare visits convenient and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, virtual appointments conducted over phone or video (also known as “telehealth” or “telemedicine”) have been an important tool for patients and physicians. These virtual visits allow...
Understanding Major Heart Diseases
Cardiovascular diseases, medical issues related to the heart and blood vessels, are the leading cause of death for both women and men in the United States. In fact, one person dies every 36 seconds in the United States from these conditions. While these statistics are...
HIV & AIDS: Erasing Stigma by Embracing Education
The HIV/AIDS epidemic is considered one of the worst in our global history. In fact, there were approximately 38 million people around the world living with HIV/AIDS in 2019. Despite its massive impacts, there are still large amounts of misinformation and many...
Health Resolutions You Should Commit to in 2021
For most, 2020 was an extremely challenging year. As we hope for a better year ahead, it’s also time to start thinking about New Year's resolutions! With the coronavirus pandemic still looming large, we encourage you to keep health and wellness at the forefront of...
