Impacting our Community

Tanner Health System is a nonprofit healthcare provider. Our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve — not to generate revenues for shareholders.

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UWG Community Wellness

The University of West Georgia Health and Community Wellness Program connects university students with volunteer opportunities for health and wellness outreach throughout west Georgia. 

The program provides students with real-world experiences focused on serving others, so they can make a positive impact in their communities. These experiences prepare them to take on professional roles in hospitals, schools, fitness centers and many other community health facilities.

Learning through Service

Since the program began, participating students have contributed over 2,000 hours of service for numerous Get Healthy, Live Well initiatives, including:

  • Cooking Matters
  • Get Healthy Kids
  • Faith-Based Health and Wellness Activities
  • Kids Health Exhibit
  • Move It Mondays
  • Nutrition Education
  • Photovoice
  • Pop-Up Grocery Store Tours
UWG pop up grocery store

Learn More

Read more about how University of West Georgia is advancing health and wellness in west Georgia.

 

Events

Intro to Tai Chi - Carrollton
Intro to Tai Chi - Carrollton

Monday, December 1, 2025

Diabetes Support Group
Diabetes Support Group

Monday, December 1, 2025

Blogs

Messaging Your Provider in Tanner MyChart
Messaging Your Provider in Tanner MyChart

Tanner MyChart puts your provider in your pocket with secure messaging so you can get answers to your questions without waiting for a callback.

Healthy Habits Your Joints Will Thank You For
Healthy Habits Your Joints Will Thank You For

Our joints carry us through every step, stretch and dance of life; yet they’re often overlooked until they start to ache. Whether you’re an athlete, an active grandparent or want to move comfortably as you age, maintaining joint health is essential. The good news? A few mindful habits can go a long way toward keeping your joints happy, flexible and pain-free.

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