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BMU Road Race for Tanner Cancer Patients

5/10/2012 — Race at Bremen Middle School on May 17 Full story.

Community Invited to Kick Off ‘Get Healthy West Georgia’

4/19/2012 — Tanner Health System and the Community Foundation of West Georgia are launching a massive new initiative to reduce obesity rates and improve the health of communities in Carroll, Haralson and Heard counties. Full story.

'Spa Day' to Benefit Local Cancer Patients

4/13/2012 — Delora Taylor and Studio 723 Salon in Villa Rica will hold a “Spa Day” on Saturday, April 21 to raise funds for local cancer patients. Full story.

Shamrock Shuffle to help Local Cancer Patients

1/30/2012 — Fun Run and 5K on March 10 Full story.

Prance Your Paws for a Cause Dog Show to Benefit Expressive Art Therapy Program

1/24/2012 — Registration now open for Dog Show benefitting Willowbrooke Art Therapy Program Full story.

Cancer Survivors Invited to Attend Tanner’s Third Annual Celebration of Life

1/23/2012 — Tanner Health System and the Roy Richards, Sr. Cancer Center are pleased to invite cancer survivors from across west Georgia and east Alabama to Tanner’s third annual Celebration of Life. Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosting Red Cross Blood Drive Jan. 27

1/18/2012 — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27, at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton. Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica Hosting Red Cross Blood Drive Jan. 24

1/18/2012 — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 24, at Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica. Full story.

Fourth Annual Pajama Party Benefiting Tanner Heart and Vascular Center on Feb. 7

1/16/2012 — The 4th Annual Pajama Party benefiting Tanner Heart and Vascular Center will be held on Feb. 7, 2012, at The Nest in Carrollton. Full story.

Tanner Invites Community to Make Their Mark on History

1/13/2012 — Tanner Health System is inviting the public to “make their mark” on history by signing a structural beam on Saturday, Jan. 14 and Sunday, Jan. 15. Full story.

Coping When Tough Economic Times Taint Holiday Cheer

12/16/2011 — Willowbrooke at Tanner offers the following tips for how families can make the best of the holidays, in good times and bad. Full story.

Tanner Hospitals in Carrollton, Villa Rica and Bremen to Host Silver Connection Jewelry Sales

11/28/2011 — Give yourself and others something merry and bright this holiday season by shopping at an upcoming Silver Connection sale at Tanner. Full story.

Tanner Offering Free ‘Learning CPR is Easy: Baby Edition’ Infant CPR Class on Dec. 3 in Villa Rica

11/28/2011 — Participants in “Learning CPR is Easy: Baby Edition” will learn the fundamentals of performing infant CPR on a child under 1 year of age. Full story.

Create a Page, Purchase a Ticket, Touch a Life: Choirs for Cancer on Thursday, Nov. 17

11/14/2011 — Even in the best of circumstances, cancer is one of the most difficult journeys a person can make. Let your neighbors know they are not alone. Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosting Masquerade Jewelry Sale Nov. 14

11/11/2011 — Masquerade, a company that specializes in offering affordable costume jewelry, will be on-site at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, and from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15 Full story.

Tanner Hospice Care Hosting 20th Annual Holiday Food Sale on Nov. 19

11/11/2011 — Tanner Hospice Care will host the 20th annual Tanner Hospice Holiday Food Sale on Saturday, Nov. 19, at the First Baptist Church in Carrollton. Full story.

Tanner Gift Shops Set Dates for Christmas Open Houses

10/28/2011 — The holiday season is fast approaching, and at Tanner Health System’s three gift shops, special merchandise and special pricing is on the way. Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosting Red Cross Blood Drive Oct. 28

10/24/2011 — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 28, at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton. Full story.

Tanner to Offer Free ‘Learning CPR is Easy: Baby Edition’ Infant CPR Class on Oct. 8

10/4/2011 — To help increase awareness and knowledge of infant CPR in the region, Tanner is offering a free “Learning CPR is Easy” session focused on infant CPR. Full story.

Tanner Offers Free PAD Screening on Sept. 29 With ‘Take a Step Toward Better Health’ in Bremen

9/28/2011 — More than 12 million Americans live with a serious medical condition that puts them at risk for a heart attack, stroke, leg amputation and possibly even death Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosting Red Cross Blood Drive Sept. 30

9/28/2011 — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 7 a.m. to noon on Friday, Sept. 30, at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosting Red Cross Blood Drive Aug. 26

8/23/2011 — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 26, at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton. Full story.

Tanner Primary Care of Carrollton Relocates to New Office Building

8/22/2011 — New, larger location will provide better parking, easier access to the practice and more space for the practice to grow. Full story.

Tanner Green Farmers’ Market: September Vendors and Products

8/22/2011 — Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton hosts a Farmers’ Market every other week that is open to the public in the Tanner Café from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Full story.

Jithender Reddy, MD, Establishes West Georgia Behavioral Health Location in Carrollton

8/12/2011 — West Georgia Behavioral Health, part of Tanner Medical Group, now offering locations in Carrollton and Villa Rica Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica Hosting American Red Cross Blood Drive Aug. 9

8/5/2011 — This August, blood donors will get a delectable taste of summer with their gift of life. Full story.

Tanner Expanding Commitment, Access to Care in East Alabama

7/27/2011 — Residents of east Alabama will soon have greater access to quality medical services as Tanner Health System announces plans to construct a new medical facility in Randolph County. Full story.

Tammy Driskell Memorial Blood Drive at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton July 29

7/22/2011 — Tanner Health System will host an American Red Cross blood drive in memory of late team member Tammy Driskell later this month. Full story.

Tanner Offers Free PAD Screening in Villa Rica on July 30

7/13/2011 — ‘Take a Step Toward Better Health’ screenings can help detect disease that raises the risk of heart attack and stroke Full story.

Higgins General Hospital in Bremen Now Offers Digital Mammography

7/8/2011 — The diagnostic imaging department at Higgins General Hospital is now offering digital mammography. Full story.

Tanner Board of Directors Chairman John Burson, MD, Featured in CBS News Interview

7/5/2011 — John Burson III, MD, with Villa Rica ENT was recently featured on CBS News. Dr. Burson is currently on his fourth tour of duty overseas since 2005—at age 76. Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosting American Red Cross Blood Drive July 1

6/29/2011 — Blood supplies typically run low around holidays. Help supplement the region's blood supply by donating at Tanner. Full story.

Bikers Battling Breast Cancer to Hold Annual Motorcycle Ride July 17

6/24/2011 — Bikers Battling Breast Cancer is hosting its annual motorcycle ride on Sunday, July 17, benefiting Tanner Breast Health for the third consecutive year. Full story.

Tanner Perioperative Nurse Educator Receives 'Nurse of the Year Award' From AORN Chapter

6/20/2011 — M. Anne Medlin, BSN, RN, CNOR, perioperative nurse educator at Tanner, has received the Nurse of the Year award from the Northwest Georgia Chapter of AORN Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosting Blood Drive June 24

6/20/2011 — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 24, in Classroom 2 of the Health Education and Wellness Learning Center at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Full story.

Tanner Medical Group Implementing Greenway’s PrimeSUITE in Almost 30 Practices

6/14/2011 — Tanner Partners with Carrollton-based software maker Greenway to implement new practice management software in all Tanner Medical Group practices Full story.

June 15 ‘State of the Heart’ to Focus on the Way to a Woman’s Heart

6/7/2011 — Tanner's series of free, educational heart health discussions, “State of the Heart,” will continue at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton with discussion on women and heart health Full story.

Tanner Cardiologist Named Among ‘America’s Top Doctors’ for Third Consecutive Year

6/3/2011 — Dr. Shazib Khawaja, with Tanner Heart & Vascular Specialists, has been named one of 'America's Top Doctors' by Castle Connolly Medical Full story.

21st Annual Magnolia Ball, ‘The Bee’s Knees Bash,’ Raises Almost $500,000

6/2/2011 — The 21st annual Magnolia Ball—“The Bee’s Knees Bash”— was held April 30, with members of the community helping to raise almost $500,000. Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosts Weekly Farmers’ Market

5/18/2011 — Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton is hosting a Weekly Farmers’ Market that will be open to the public in the Tanner Café from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Full story.

Ambulance Drive to Close Temporarily Beginning May 23

5/13/2011 — Ambulance Drive on the campus of Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton will close to through traffic for three to four weeks, beginning May 23. Full story.

‘Dressed for Heart Success’ Event on May 14 Will Help Women Put Their Heart Health First

5/11/2011 — Tanner Health System will host “Dressed for Heart Success,” a premier, free event offering a morning of food, fun, fashion and heart-healthy insights designed especially for women over 50, on Saturday, May 14. Full story.

May 18 ‘State of the Heart’ to Focus on Vitamins, Hormones and Heart Disease

5/9/2011 — Tanner's series of free, educational heart health discussions, “State of the Heart,” will continue at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton on May 18 Full story.

Tanner Medical Group Hosting Wellness Fair for Carroll County Boys & Girls Club Members

4/26/2011 — Wellness fair will be April 30, from 9 a.m. to noon at the club’s location in Carrollton Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Hosts American Red Cross Blood Drive on April 29

4/25/2011 — Red Cross to hold blood drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 29, in Classroom 2 of the Health Education and Wellness Learning Center Full story.

Tanner to Hold Free Chronic Pain Seminar on April 26

4/22/2011 — Dr. Brad Prybis and Dr. Jada Reese will discuss the latest techniques and treatments for controlling and relieving pain Full story.

Tanner’s ‘State of the Heart’ Continues April 26

4/19/2011 — Tanner's series of free, educational heart health discussions, “State of the Heart,” will continue at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton with “You Are What You Eat” Full story.

Tanner Health System Contributes $634.6 Million to Region’s Economy

4/18/2011 — Tanner contributed more than $634.6 million to the region’s economy and created 4,666 full-time jobs in 2009, according to a report from the Georgia Hospital Association (GHA) Full story.

2011 Magnolia Ball Auction Donation Committee Raises Support

4/8/2011 — The 2011 Magnolia Ball Auction Donation Committee has drummed up a plethora of items for bid at the Ball. Full story.

Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica Hosts American Red Cross Blood Drive on April 12

4/8/2011 — The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12 in classrooms A and B Full story.

Cancer Recovery Walkers Group Hits Trail Every Wednesday Morning

4/7/2011 — Looking for a little inspiration with your walking regimen? You don't have to be a cancer survivor to join! Full story.

GHA: Tanner Hospitals Named to Quality Honor Roll

4/5/2011 — Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton, Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica, Higgins General Hospital ranked among Georgia's best for quality health care Full story.

Dancing-4-Hearts Zumbathon Raises $1,300 for Tanner’s Cardiology Services

4/5/2011 — More than 100 Zumba fans raised $1,300 to benefit Tanner Health System’s cardiology services Full story.

Carrollton Middle School Singers Perform at Tanner

3/31/2011 — Fifth graders perform at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton as part of Tanner's Harmony for Healing music therapy program Full story.

Driving Awareness of AAA

3/31/2011 — It’s not just gut instinct: screening for AAA saves lives Full story.

National Quilt Day Babies Born at Tanner

3/30/2011 — The West Georgia Quilters Guild donated quilts to Tanner Medical Foundation to be given to the first babies born on National Quilt Day. Full story.

Short Stay Unit at Tanner to Remain Open

3/25/2011 — An article appearing on page 5 of the March 25, 2011 issue of the Times-Georgian with the headline “Tanner closing its Short Stay unit” may be unintentionally misleading Full story.

Tanner Honors More Than 350 for Five-Plus Years of Service

3/22/2011 — Among those honored was Linda Mason, RN, with 40 years of service Full story.

Tanner’s Harmony for Healing Music Therapy Program Announces Two Unique Upcoming Performances

3/22/2011 — Carrollton Middle School Singers, University of West Georgia students and Mt. Zion Elementary School Chorus to perform Full story.

PAD Screening Helps More Than 100 Residents ‘Take a Step Toward Better Health’

3/21/2011 — Another opportunity to be screened set for May 21 in Villa Rica Full story.

Willowbrooke at Tanner Administrator Wayne Senfeld Elected to Georgia Hospital Association Board of Trustees

3/15/2011 — Senfeld to also chair GHA's Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Council Full story.

Tanner Offering Free AAA Screenings April 2

2/28/2011 — Are you a suspect for AAA? A free screening from Tanner Health System can help. Full story.

Tanner Hospitals Place on Quality Honor Roll

2/25/2011 — GHA: Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton, Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica, Higgins General Hospital among best in Georgia for quality Full story.

Carrollton Junior High, Central Middle Schools Raise $2,000 for Tanner’s Mammogram Assistance Fund

2/14/2011 — The Central Middle School and Carrollton Junior High girls’ basketball teams raised more than $2,000 to help area women receive mammograms. Full story.

Tanner Medical Foundation Holds 21st Annual Magnolia Ball Kick-Off Reception

2/4/2011 — A group of community leaders and local volunteers officially kicked off the 2011 Magnolia Ball season with a Jan. 20 reception at the Carrollton home of Swede and Meghan Sullivan. Full story.

Tanner Honors Cancer Survivors at Second Annual Celebration of Life

1/31/2011 — An audience of more than 270 cancer survivors and their guests attended Tanner’s second annual Celebration of Life. Full story.

Tanner Medical Foundation Announces Spirit of Giving Award Recipient

1/31/2011 — Tanner Medical Foundation has announced that the recipient of this year’s Spirit of Giving Award is Nancy Barnes of Carrollton. Full story.

New Pre-Surgical Care Center at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton Opens Feb. 7

1/31/2011 — Patients preparing for a surgical services procedure at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton will soon have a new first-stop for pre-op – the Pre-Surgical Care Center, or PSCC. Full story.

Tanner Hospice Care Offering Grief Support Group

1/28/2011 — Region's only nonprofit, community-based hospice care provider offering free support group for adults who have lost a loved one. Full story.

Tanner Raises More Than $16,800 for Breast Cancer Patient Education

1/27/2011 — T-shirt sales help provide education packets to Tanner Breast Health patients diagnosed with breast cancer. Full story.

Jon L. Stanford, MD, Joins Carrollton Surgical Group

1/18/2011 — Jon L. Stanford, MD, FACS, has joined Carrollton Surgical Group, a part of Tanner Medical Group. Full story.

Flu Vaccination Event Postponed to Jan. 20

1/12/2011 — Free flu vaccines will be available from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 20 at Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica, courtesy of Tanner and the Carroll County Health Department Full story.

Tips on Preparing for Severe Winter Weather

1/10/2011 — With area schools closed and roads dangerous, here are some tips from Tanner's Health Library to help you weather the winter storm Full story.

Tanner Welcomes First Babies of the New Year

1/4/2011 — Over the New Year’s weekend, a couple of babies made some history of their own by becoming the first babies born in 2011. Full story.

Tanner, Carroll County Health Department to Provide Free Flu Shots Jan. 13

1/3/2011 — Jan. 13 event will offer free influenza vaccinations at Tanner Medical Center/Villa Rica Full story.

No Butts About It: Tanner Went Tobacco-Free Jan. 1

12/20/2010 — After Jan. 1, no tobacco use of any kind is permitted anywhere on the health system’s hospital campuses. Full story.

Tanner, Carroll County Health Department Offering Home Inspections for COPD Sufferers

12/17/2010 — Tanner and the Carroll County Health Department is offering a special gift for patients with COPD: a breath of fresh air Full story.

Stress and the Holiday Blues: It’s All Relative

12/16/2010 — Willowbrooke at Tanner offers advice on managing seasonal depression, SAD Full story.

Local Groups Donate Money to Tanner Medical Foundation’s Indigent Mammogram Fund

12/14/2010 — Three local groups have recently donated a total of $3,300 to Tanner Medical Foundation’s Indigent Mammogram Fund. Full story.

Choirs for Cancer Was a Successful and Inspiring Event

12/14/2010 — The first annual Choirs for Cancer concert held on Nov. 18 in Carrollton raised more than $50,000 to help provide cancer care to west Georgians who could not otherwise afford it. Full story.

12 Ways of Giving Is a Unique Fundraiser

12/14/2010 — Just in time for the holidays, 12 Ways of Giving is a unique Tanner Medical Foundation fundraiser that will benefit 12 different programs throughout the organization. Full story.

Holiday Food Sale Raises More Than $13,000 for Tanner Hospice Care

12/10/2010 — Tanner Hospice Care is the area's only community-based, nonprofit hospice care provider Full story.

Tanner, Local ENT Practices Present ‘Sinus Sense’ Dec. 7

11/29/2010 — The options available locally to relieve sinusitis symptoms will be the focus of a special, free seminar on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at Tanner Medical Center/Carrollton. Full story.

Willowbrooke at Tanner's 2011 Calendar Supports Expressive Art Therapy

11/16/2010 — The proceeds for this attractive calendar will help provide art supplies and other materials for Willowbrooke at Tanner's expressive therapy program. Full story.

Tanner Announces its Employees of the Year

11/10/2010 — Each of these employees exemplifies Tanner Health System’s service standards of excellence, communication, trust, teamwork and respect. Full story.

Higgins General Hospital Wins Outstanding Integrated Performance Award

11/10/2010 — Bremen's Higgins General Hospital one of only five hospitals nationwide to be awarded the Partner of Choice Award Full story.

Tanner Health System, Carroll County Health Department to Provide Free Flu Shots on Nov. 9

11/8/2010 — Tanner Health System and the Carroll County Health Department are partnering to provide free flu shots to Carroll County residents on Tuesday, Nov. 9. Full story.

Tanner Hospice Care Hosting Annual Holiday Food Sale Nov. 20

11/8/2010 — Tanner Hospice Care will host the 19th annual Tanner Hospice Holiday Food Sale on Saturday, Nov. 20 at the First Baptist Church in Carrollton. Full story.

Support ‘Merchants Making a Difference’ This Month and Fight Breast Cancer

10/18/2010 — “Merchants Making a Difference” is an annual program that invites regional businesses and organizations to raise funds during October—Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Full story.

Tanner Encourages Visitor Etiquette During Infection Prevention Week

10/18/2010 — International Infection Prevention Week is Oct. 17-23 Full story.

Bikers Battling Breast Cancer Donates $10,000 to Tanner Breast Health

10/8/2010 — Bikers Battling Breast Cancer has donated $10,000 in proceeds from the group’s annual poker run to Tanner Medical Foundation. Full story.

Tanner Primary Care of West Paulding Invites Community to Open House

10/5/2010 — Tanner Primary Care of West Paulding is inviting residents from the Union community and throughout Paulding County to a community open house Tuesday, Oct. 12. Full story.

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