Summer may officially begin on June 21, but the moment pools open and schools let out, the season is already in full swing. Warmer weather means more time outdoors – biking, swimming, hiking, grilling, and gathering with friends and family. For hospitals like St. Francis - Emory Healthcare, it also means an increase in preventable injuries and heat‑related illnesses. We’d much rather see you for routine checkups, screenings, and preventive care than for avoidable emergencies. So, as you dive into summer, here are some simple ways to stay safe, stay healthy, and enjoy every sunny moment. Read more here.

During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, St. Francis - Emory Healthcare encourages everyone to take proactive steps to protect their brain health. Read more here.

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare has been named one of 100 hospitals included in Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 listing of “Great Community Hospitals,” recently released. St. Francis–Emory is one of a select group of hospitals nationwide recognized for excellence in community‑based care. Read more here

Every first Sunday in June, we pause to honor a group of individuals who never asked to be celebrated – yet deserve recognition for their courage. National Cancer Survivors Day, observed this year on June 7, shines a light on the more than 18 million Americans who have faced cancer and are still here, still fighting, still inspiring. Their resilience represents the strength of the 5% of our population who have confronted one of life’s greatest challenges and persevered. Cancer remains the second‑leading cause of death in the United States, despite decades of research and innovation. Surviving it is nothing short of a lifetime achievement. At St. Francis - Emory Healthcare, we honor every survivor, support those newly diagnosed, and stand with families and caregivers who walk this journey alongside their loved ones. Read more here.

Men’s Health Month encourages men to take control of their health and stick to habits, recommended by St. Francis - Emory Healthcare, that are essential to better health. Read more here.

May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating communities about the serious impact of stroke and the steps we can take to prevent it. Stroke remains one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, and quick action is often the difference between a full recovery and lifelong impairment.

St. Francis - Emory Healthcare treats thousands of patients each year in our hospital Emergency Room. Many of them come to us stabilized, others still clinging to life, wheeled in by real-life guardian angels, the members of our local Emergency Medical Services (EMS) partners. During National EMS Week (May 17-23), we proudly recognize the extraordinary EMS professionals who serve on the front lines protecting our community’s health and safety. Every day, our local EMS teams respond with urgency, skill, and compassion – often in the most challenging and unpredictable circumstances. Their work saves lives long before patients ever reach our doors.

This May, as we recognize Skin Cancer Awareness Month, St. Francis - Emory Healthcare encourages you to take meaningful steps to protect your skin and lower your risk. Simple daily habits can lead to skin cancer prevention, and regular skin cancer screenings can result in early detection. Summer is just around the corner, and more time spent in the sun with more skin exposed is a recipe for skin damage that can lead to skin cancer.

National Hospital Week, observed May 10 – 16, is a nationwide celebration recognizing the vital contributions of hospitals, health systems, and the millions of healthcare professionals who keep our communities healthy. Established by the American Hospital Association (AHA) more than a century ago in 1921, the observance highlights the essential role hospitals play in public health and community well‑being.