COMMUNITY HEADLINES – JUNE 3, 2024

(SAVANNAH, GA) If you had the power to prevent certain cancers in your family members, would you? That’s the question Healthy Savannah is asking in a new outreach campaign intended to promote awareness and acceptance of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine vaccine in Savannah’s Black and Hispanic communities.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannahs-community-health-advocates-share-personal-stories-in-promoting-awareness-of-the-human-papillomavirus-hpv-vaccination-equity-to-prevent-certain-cancers/

(SAVANNAH, Ga.) In February 2024, CHC: Creating Healthier Communities, a Virginia organization committed to better health and wellbeing and addressing the barriers to equity, recognized that Healthy Savannah was well equipped to lead the way to promote vaccine equity in preventing certain HPV-related cancers in the Savannah area. The 70-year-old organization awarded the local non-profit a one-year $150,000 HPV Vaccination Equity Initiative grant to foster new and expanded community-driven solutions addressing factors that negatively impact access to HPV-related cancer prevention interventions for disproportionately affected local populations.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannah-awarded-150000-human-papillomavirus-hpv-vaccination-equity-initiative-grant-to-prevent-certain-cancers/

(SAVANNAH TRIBUNE) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society hosted its 15th annual Night of Champions & Hiring Expo on Friday, May 3rd, 2024, at the Savannah Convention Center on Hutchinson Island. The Night of Champions event honored local businesses that employ differently-abled adults, including those with Down syndrome, and celebrated the invaluable contributions made by these remarkable individuals.

https://www.savannahtribune.com/articles/lowcountry-down-syndrome-society-announces-5-champions/

(SAVANNAHNOW.COM) GSU Economist: Small businesses grew by 4% in the Savannah area, outpacing big businesses.

https://www.savannahnow.com/story/business/economy/2024/05/02/small-business-growth-in-the-savannah-area-outpaced-that-of-big-business-in-recent-years-toma-told-a/73527680007/?utm_source=savannahnow-newsalert-strada&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsalert&utm_term=hero&utm_content=nsmn-savannah-nletter01

(SAVANNAH, Ga.) Did you know literacy is much more than an education issue? Get Georgia Reading, a partner of the Coastal Georgia Indicators Coalition, says low achievement in reading is a systemic crisis that calls for innovative solutions to complex issues. Efforts to change long-­term outcomes and consequences must begin long before children enter kindergarten.

https://getgeorgiareading.org/framework-overview/

https://www.coastalgaindicators.org/

(Effingham County, GA) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) is excited to host its 15th annual Camp Buddy summer camp for Effingham County, scheduled for June 10-13 at Blandford Elementary School and various locations in Rincon for community-based learning opportunities. To register for the Effingham County Camp Buddy, contact Molly Marchese at mollymarchese6107@gmail.com or 912-213-9127.

https://carriagetradepr.com/lowcountry-down-syndrome-society-announces-15th-annual-camp-buddy-in-effingham-county-june-10-13/

(COASTAL HEALTH DISTRICT) There is good news for adults without insurance coverage for vaccinations – the health departments of the Coastal Health District are now offering adult vaccines at no cost for individuals without adequate insurance coverage. The no-cost vaccination program runs through November 30th. Life-saving vaccines for adults include Chickenpox, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Human Papillomavirus (HPV), MMR, Meningococcal, Pneumococcal, Shingles, Tetanus, Pertussis (whooping cough) AND Diphtheria. To see if you qualify for a no-cost vaccine or to schedule an appointment for vaccination, check with your health department, or visit CoastalHealthDistrict.org/immunizations for information about recommended vaccines for adults.

https://coastalhealthdistrict.org/coastal-health-district-now-offering-vaccines-at-no-cost-for-uninsured-and-underinsured-adults-through-november-30/

(SAVANNAH, GA) The Rotary Club of Savannah proudly announces Captain Lakshman as its 110th president. A distinguished maritime professional with a rich history of experience and leadership, Captain Lakshman brings a wealth of expertise and a strong commitment to community service to his new role. On June 24, the gavel will be passed to Lakshman by outgoing president, Eddie DeLoach, The ceremony will take place at the DeSoto on Liberty Street at 12:30 p.m.

https://carriagetradepr.com/rotary-club-of-savannah-announces-captain-lakshman-as-2024-25-president-elect-and-board-of-directors/

(ALEXANDRIA, Va.) April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — CHC: Creating Healthier Communities (CHC) announced three new partnerships addressing cervical cancer prevention efforts in Augusta, Macon, Savannah, and the surrounding counties. The multi-faceted collaboration, consisting of community-based nonprofit organizations, community leaders, local corporations and health centers will reach community members with primary prevention information related to human papillomavirus (HPV) and increase the number of individuals referred for HPV prevention.

https://www.prweb.com/releases/chc-creating-healthier-communities-awards-funds-to-georgia-communities-to-help-prevent-one-of-the-most-common-forms-of-cancer-302124511.html

(SAVANNAH, GA) Join the Healthy Savannah team every Tuesday for a #healthy walk or head out to explore a local trail on your own. Join us for a two-mile walk at 7:30 a.m. on June 4 at the Al Bungard Conservation Area lot at 1600 Chief of Love Rd, Savannah, GA 31419.

https://healthysavannah.org/healthy-activities/

(Savannah, Ga.) Healthy Savannah presented the results of its 2023 community survey, along with key findings in areas of physical activity, nutrition, breastfeeding, adult immunization/vaccination and communications at the organization’s Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) Stakeholders’ meeting. Approximately 40 key stakeholders attended the event on May 22, representing organizations, governmental agencies and businesses dedicated to improving health equity.

https://carriagetradepr.com/healthy-savannah-releases-results-of-community-feedback-on-healthy-food-access-physical-activity-opportunities-and-community-resources-at-quarterly-stakeholders-meeting/

(SAVANNAH, GA) Jewish Educational Alliance’s Montag Gallery announces a new show by artist Dell Belew, June 2-30, 2024. For more info contact Jewish Educational Alliance at (912) 355-8111 or artsandideas@savj.org.

(TYBEE ISLAND, GA) Beach’Able Tybee provides the opportunity for people with different abilities to have easy access to the beaches and ocean on Tybee Island. Beach wheelchairs are available free of charge every day of the week. They even have mobi mats and tents that can be rented as well. Lifeguards and Code Compliance staff are on hand to help with set up or they will deliver anywhere on the island free of charge as well. To rent a chair, tent, or mat, call the Code Compliance office at 912-472-5089 or stop by the office at 1509 Strand Avenue.

Make sure to visit their Facebook page for more pics and details.

https://www.facebook.com/beachabletybee

(SAVANNAH, Ga.) The Savannah High School Class of 1974 will celebrate its 50th reunion on June 8, 2024. Grads and friends are invited to participate in events including a brunch, a group photo and school tour of Savannah Arts, then dining and dancing at the Savannah Golf Club. Tickets are available thru May 30 at https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/savannah-high-school-class-of-1974-the-reunion-2218409. For more info, visit SavHighSchool1974 on Facebook.

(SAVANNAH TRIBUNE) Georgia ranks 30th in the nation for its human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine coverage rate of 61.5%. Research suggests if the coverage rate rose to 90%, HPV-related cervical cancer could be drastically reduced, especially among communities that may have experienced institutional and structural racism, leading to mistrust in health systems. Healthy Savannah hired Patricia Merritt on April 1 to coordinate its new HPV Vaccination Equity Initiative. She has worked in the community for 30 years with children and families with the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.

https://www.savannahtribune.com/articles/new-hpv-vaccination-equity-initiative-with-one-year-goal-of-preventing-certain-cancers/

(WTOC) The dance world witnessed history in the making as the remarkable Honey Dippers of Dance Savannah Elite emerged victorious at the prestigious Dance Worlds 2024, held in Orlando, Florida, from April 26th to 29th, 2024. Comprising six exceptionally talented athletes, the Honey Dippers of Dance Savannah Elite stood out amidst 1,650 dancers from the United States All-Star Federation (USASF). Their journey, rooted in inclusivity, empowerment, and sheer artistic brilliance, has been nothing

https://www.wtoc.com/2024/05/28/honey-dippers-dance-team-wins-world-championship/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0lcKwuvZaiORMuVZ_4gELaA3o9xx1EBMuzTz6j8J9CEDUR_hYSqB1u4wc_aem_AYtEMS0_E37dwXy0iff_s0FnxBPQP2D1fAAc-GTlQkeJcvOqW7gW1Au1HaVmDo57Y-RlXiR5MlDpSl7OW2o6SDfJ

(CHATHAM COUNTY) The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) will be hosting its 15th annual Camp Buddy summer camp for Chatham County on July 8 – 12 at St. Andrews School, located at 601 Penn Waller Rd, on Wilmington Island.

https://carriagetradepr.com/lowcountry-down-syndrome-society-announces-15th-annual-camp-buddy-in-chatham-county-july-8-12-2024/

(HEALTHY SAVANNAH) Are you a faith-based organization in Savannah/Chatham County interested in encouraging a culture of health among your members and the broader community?

Please join the Faith and Health Coalition at our next virtual meeting to discuss the importance of health within our community. Please email FaithAndHealth@healthysavannah.org for the meeting link. For more information, visit the Faith and Health Coalition page on the Healthy Savannah website.

https://healthysavannah.org/the-faith-and-health-coalition/

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