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Happy Healthy New Year, Savannah! We had an incredible year, and now it’s time to embrace all the new opportunities 2025 has to offer! In December, we held our annual Board Member Retreat, and exciting updates are on the way for Healthy Savannah so stay tuned! This month, let’s raise awareness for Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. If you haven’t yet, make it a priority to get your HPV vaccine. Join us on January 23 for a special day of awareness, free screenings, and health education from 8 AM to 6 PM at the Eisenhower Health Department. Looking for a New Year’s resolution? Stay active and engaged by participating in our Faith and Health Coalition meetings or joining our weekly Healthy Walks. It’s a great way to connect with the community while focusing on your health. We also need your input! Help us identify breastfeeding-friendly workplaces in Savannah or share your thoughts on what a healthy lifestyle looks like to you. Your feedback shapes our efforts and makes a real difference! And don’t forget, if you’re looking for nutritious options, stop by Enmarket for healthier food choices to fuel your journey this year. Here’s to a happy and healthy 2025! 🎉
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New Years Day
Wednesday, January 1
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, January 20
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Cervical Cancer Prevention Week
Wednesday, January 22- Tuesday, January 28
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Find the HPV Vaccine Near You
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January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a time to focus on the importance of prevention, early detection, and education about this disease. Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, thanks to the availability of routine screenings and the HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine. HPV is the leading cause of cervical cancer, and vaccination can significantly reduce the risk of developing this disease.
By staying up to date with Pap smears, HPV testing, and vaccination, individuals can take proactive steps to protect their health. Let’s spread awareness this month about the critical role of HPV vaccination and encourage our communities to prioritize cervical cancer prevention.
Join us on January 23rd at the Eisenhower Health Department (1395 Eisenhower Drive) for a full day of awareness and prevention from 8 AM to 7 PM. Take advantage of FREE cervical cancer screenings, Pap smears, and HPV vaccines. Everyone is welcome. Together, we can work toward a future free of cervical cancer!
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2024 Healthy Savannah Board Retreat
Planning a Healthier Future for Chatham County
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At our December Board Retreat, we had an incredibly productive and inspiring meeting as we worked together to shape the future of Healthy Savannah. During the retreat, we proudly finalized a revised mission and vision statement, reflecting our commitment to fostering a healthier, more equitable community. Additionally, we identified key priorities that will guide us in developing our very first Five-Year Strategic Plan, setting a strong foundation for impactful growth and meaningful change.
A heartfelt thank you to Southern Palate for providing us with a delicious and nutritious breakfast and lunch, keeping us energized throughout the day. Your support helped make this retreat both enjoyable and successful!
We’re excited to take these next steps in advancing health and wellness in Savannah and look forward to sharing our progress with you in the coming months.
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Need a New Years Resolution?
Join the Faith and Health Coalition This Year!
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Mark your calendars! Join us at the Faith & Health Coalition meetings this year. The Faith and Health Coalition is a network of faith-based organizations of all faiths who come together to encourage healthy lifestyle behaviors in places of worship. The Coalition meets at 6pm on the first Monday of every month at Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship Church at 425 W. Montgomery Cross Rd, Savannah, GA.
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Do You Know a Breastfeeding-Friendly
Business or Nonprofit?
We Want to Hear From You!
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We’re on a mission to identify breastfeeding-friendly workplaces in Savannah! Whether it’s your employer, your favorite local business, or a nonprofit organization, we want to partner with them to celebrate and recognize their efforts in making Savannah a healthier place to live.
The PUMP Act supports and encourages breastfeeding, which provides essential nutrition for babies and supports the health of families. By promoting breastfeeding-friendly environments, workplaces help normalize this healthier choice and empower parents in their breastfeeding journeys.
To honor these champions of health, we’re awarding breastfeeding-friendly workplaces with displayable decals and certificates, proudly showcasing their commitment to supporting employees and creating inclusive spaces.
Nominate a business or nonprofit today! Email our breastfeeding strategy manager, Dr. Elsie Smalls, at elsie@healthysavannah.org.
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How Do You Define a Healthy Lifestyle?
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Healthy Savannah wants to hear from YOU! What does living a healthy lifestyle mean to you and your community? Is it nutritious meals, regular exercise, access to healthcare, or something else?
Your voice matters, and your input will help guide our efforts to make Savannah a healthier, more vibrant place to live. Share your thoughts by answering a quick survey and be part of shaping our community’s future.
Take the survey to share your perspective! Together, we can build a healthier Savannah!
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Active People, Healthy Savannah
Join the Campaign Today!
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Taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do for you and your family. One way to do that is to get regular physical activity. Increased physical activity can improve your sleep, reduce stress, and lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, some cancers, and type 2 diabetes.
We are joining other local and national organizations in supporting the Moving Matters campaign, part of the Active People, Healthy Nation℠ initiative, to help promote the benefits of physical activity, encourage people to find small ways to incorporate movement into their day, and remind people that physical activity can be fun.
Visit cdc.gov/MovingMatters to learn more about the campaign and explore ways to get moving!
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Sponsor Highlight
Enmarket
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Start your new year off right by making healthier choices with Enmarket! As you embrace a "new year, new you", Enmarket is here to help with fresh and nutritious options like salads, fruits, wraps, and wholesome snacks. Convenient and delicious, their healthy selections make it easy to stick to your goals while on the go. Visit Enmarket today and let them be part of your journey to a healthier, happier you!
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If you would like to support the work we do with a financial contribution you can do so HERE |
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