Coastal Care MD Tybee

08/11/2026

What an exciting and fun way to celebrate our countries 250th and lighthouse Day.  Proud to be part of a monumental photo.

08/11/2026

Tuesday Tybee Tips with Dr. Michelle 🌴🩺

School is back in session — and unfortunately, so are the germs! 🍎🎒🦠

With our little ones back in classrooms, it’s a good time for parents and grandparents to brush up on some of the most common back-to-school illnesses — from colds and strep throat to pink eye, stomach bugs, impetigo, and those dreaded head lice. 😬

This week’s Tuesday Tybee Tips covers what symptoms to watch for, when your child should stay home, and a few simple ways we can help keep germs from spreading through our schools and our community.

And remember — handwashing really does matter! 🧼👏

Here’s to a happy, healthy and successful school year for all of our Tybee kids! ❤️

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08/04/2026

☀️ Tuesday Tybee Tip with Dr. Michelle

Living on Tybee Island means we enjoy the sunshine almost year-round—but protecting your skin today can help prevent serious problems tomorrow.

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers, and when caught early, it’s often highly treatable. Take a few minutes each month to check your skin for any new or changing spots, and don’t ignore a sore that won’t heal or a mole that just doesn’t look right.

Remember the ABCDEs of melanoma:
🔹 Asymmetry
🔹 Border irregularity
🔹 Color variation
🔹 Diameter larger than about 6 mm (although melanomas can be smaller)
🔹 Evolving or changing over time

And don’t forget the basics:
🧴 Wear SPF 30+ sunscreen every day.
👒 Wear a hat and UV-protective sunglasses.
⛱️ Seek shade during peak sun hours.
🔄 Reapply sunscreen every two hours when you’re outdoors.

Taking care of your health doesn’t have to be complicated—it starts with small habits that make a big difference.

Have a wonderful week, stay safe, and enjoy our beautiful island! 🌊💙

📍 Coastal Care MD Tybee
☎️ (912) 891-2273
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07/28/2026

🌊 Tuesday Tybee Tips with Dr. Michelle 🌊

Living on Tybee means spending time in the water—but all that fun can sometimes lead to swimmer’s ear (otitis externa), a painful infection caused when moisture gets trapped in the ear canal.

A few simple habits can go a long way:
✔️ Dry your ears well after swimming.
✔️ Let trapped water drain by tilting your head.
✔️ Never use cotton swabs or other objects inside your ears.

If you develop significant ear pain, drainage, fever, or hearing loss, it’s time to be evaluated. Early treatment can help prevent a small problem from becoming a miserable one.

Stay safe, enjoy the beach, and take care of those ears! 🏖️👂

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07/21/2026

There has been a significant increase in Cyclospora infections (cytosporiasis) across the United States this season. As of July 13, 2026, the CDC had received reports of more than 1,600 laboratory-confirmed, domestically acquired cases since May 1.

Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that can cause prolonged, frequent watery diarrhea, along with abdominal cramping, bloating, gas, nausea, fatigue, decreased appetite and weight loss. Symptoms can last for weeks and may improve and then return if the infection is not treated.

Cyclospora is primarily spread through contaminated food or water, particularly fresh produce. Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water, practice good handwashing, use safe drinking water and follow proper food-safety practices. Keep in mind that washing produce can reduce contamination but may not completely remove Cyclospora.

🐾 A reminder about pets: Pets can carry other intestinal parasites, so wash your hands with soap and water after playing with pets, cleaning up after them or handling pet food—especially before preparing or eating food.

What should you do if you think you’re infected?
If you develop persistent or severe watery diarrhea, contact your healthcare provider. Stay well hydrated, especially if you are losing significant fluids. Your provider may order stool testing specifically for Cyclospora, because it may not be included automatically on every routine stool test. Cyclosporiasis can be treated with prescription medication, so persistent symptoms should not simply be ignored.

For the latest information and outbreak updates, visit the CDC Cyclosporiasis page⁠.

Stay safe, Tybee! Small habits—clean hands, clean produce and safe food preparation—can make a big difference. 💙

Dr. Michelle
Coastal Care MD Tybee
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07/14/2026

I’m excited to kick off a weekly series where I’ll share practical health tips for living, working, and vacationing on our beautiful island.

As many of you know, I’m still working through the final licensing and administrative steps to officially open Coastal Care MD Tybee. Building something the right way takes a little time, and I truly appreciate everyone’s patience, encouragement, and support along the way.

In the meantime, I wanted to start giving back to the community by sharing helpful medical information each week. My hope is that these tips will help keep you and your family safe while we count down to opening day.

This week’s topic is especially important with the extreme summer temperatures we’ve been experiencing across southeast Georgia:
☀️ Heat Cramps vs. Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke

Take a minute to read through today’s tip—and if you find it helpful, I’d love for you to share it with your family and friends.

Thank you again for following this journey with me. I can’t wait to begin caring for both Tybee residents and visitors very soon!

💙 See you next Tuesday for another Tybee Tuesday Tip!

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07/04/2026

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06/24/2026

🌧️ All this rain has brought out more than puddles… it’s brought out the bugs! 🦟🐜

If you’ve noticed more mosquito bites, fire ant stings, no-see-um bites, or itchy sand flea bites lately, you’re not imagining it. Here’s a quick guide to help you know what to watch for, how to treat common bites, and when it’s time to seek medical care.

I’ve also included information about common sea creature stings we see here on Tybee, because not everything that stings is a bug!

💙 This post is for education while I prepare to open Coastal Care MD TYBEE.

🚧 COMING SOON!

I’ll be offering house-call medical care for ages 12 and up, bringing convenient, personalized healthcare directly to your home on Tybee Island.

Have questions about a bug bite or sting? Drop them in the comments! I’d love to hear what you’ve been seeing around the island.

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06/20/2026

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06/20/2026

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