News & Events

2025 Community Health Needs Assessment

Effingham Health System has released its 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment & Implementation Plan, prepared by the Center for Public Health Practice and Research. Download Effingham Health System 2025 CHNA

EHS Breaks Ground on New Medical Complex in South Effingham County

Thursday, June 26th — At an event filled with federal, state, and county political and healthcare representatives, Effingham Health System announced and broke ground for a new Medical Complex to be located in South Effingham County. The complex will be located on a 33-acre site at the corner of Goshen Road and the new Effingham… Read more »

A Full House at Men’s Health Breakfast Event

On Saturday, June 7 at 8 a.m., our community came together for a powerful and uplifting Men’s Health Breakfast—and we couldn’t have asked for a better turnout. With every seat filled, attendees enjoyed a delicious catered meal courtesy of Southern Kafe on 17, setting the stage for a morning of inspiration, education, and empowerment. Insightful Speakers,… Read more »

Fiesta of Champions and 2025 Service Awards

Effingham Hospital came alive with color during the Fiesta of Champions—another fun-filled event in honor of National Hospital Week. Continuing the vibrant Fiesta theme that lit up the entire week, employees from every department gathered to recognize and celebrate the outstanding dedication, compassion, and leadership of their coworkers. The event was a powerful reminder of… Read more »

EHS Celebrates National Skilled Nursing Week

Dear Skilled Nursing Team, I’m honored to recognize and celebrate each of you during Skilled Nursing Week. As a five-star team, you embody the very best of what skilled nursing can be—compassionate, resilient, committed, and deeply human. This year’s theme, “Tapestry of Life,” is a powerful reflection of the unique world you create every day:… Read more »

EHS Celebrates National Hospital Week

In recognition of National Hospital Week, we would like to share this letter from our CEO to our staff: Dear Staff Members, This week, as we celebrate National Hospital Week 2025, we recognize and thank each of you for your vital role in our team of over 500 dedicated employees. Each of you plays a… Read more »

EHS Celebrates National Nursing Care Week

In recognition of National Nursing Care Week, we would like to share this letter from our CEO to our nursing staff: Dear Nursing Staff Embracing your power and using it for good is a truly transformative act—one that changes not only lives, but entire systems. That transformation begins with each of you. As nurses, you… Read more »

Introducing Pediatric ENT Surgery

Pediatric ENT Surgery is Here When we opened our Pediatrics Center in 2023, we made a promise to expand access to specialized pediatric services. Today, we’re proud to deliver on that promise. Effingham Health System is pleased to introduce Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Surgery—led by one of the region’s most respected otolaryngologists. Our… Read more »

Gears & Grub 2025 turned passion for cars into support for local healthcare

The 6th annual Gears & Grub Food Truck and Car Show event roared into action, bringing car enthusiasts, families, and community supporters together with an estimated attendance of over 4,000 people for an unforgettable day of horsepower, entertainment, and fundraising! This year’s event was more than just a car show—it was a powerful fundraiser in support… Read more »

Bank of Newington Donates $200,000 to Effingham Health System Through Georgia HEART and Georgia Rural Hospital Income Tax Credit

Local families will benefit from the generosity of Bank of Newington, which is donating $200,000 to Effingham Health System through Georgia HEART in 2025. The Georgia HEART program facilitates donations made through the 100% Georgia Rural Hospital Tax Credit. Bank of Newington recently presented the check in a ceremony at the hospital. Presenting the check… Read more »