When Michelle Carpenter decided to let her mother, Rosemary, move in six years ago, she found herself reflecting on the past and imagining the future – in essence, visualizing her entire family tree. … Continue Reading...

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When Michelle Carpenter decided to let her mother, Rosemary, move in six years ago, she found herself reflecting on the past and imagining the future – in essence, visualizing her entire family tree. … Continue Reading...
As an animal lover, there is something about horses that seems different. Could it be their “gentle giant” demeanor? Or maybe the fact that many of them are considered “working” animals with actual … Continue Reading...
I just let my mind wander sometimes, I willingly admit. It’s at least a brief break from all the bad news constantly bombarding my senses. This time, my mind wandered right to marshmallows, … Continue Reading...
Fasting has become incredibly popular over the past few years. People from all walks of life are trying out the practice of restricting or eliminating calories. You may have considered dipping your … Continue Reading...
If you’ve ever considered hypnosis to deal with an issue in your life, you’re not alone. Most hypnotherapists agree that their discipline is frequently a last resort a client will turn to after having … Continue Reading...
It’s not uncommon for kids to spend their free time running around with friends and playing sports. But over the past few decades, they have become increasingly likely to burn off excess energy … Continue Reading...
In the age of technology, where information is always just a click away, we’re more equipped than ever to advocate for ourselves as consumers and patients. But when you or your child is diagnosed with … Continue Reading...
F – Face drooping A – Arm weakness S – Speech T – Time to call 911 Face drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person’s smile uneven or … Continue Reading...
Among the various forms of mixed martial arts, most Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters train in Brazilian jiujitsu. Looking past the swollen eyes and bloody noses in the Octagon, there is an art … Continue Reading...
Passion generally isn’t the first word that comes to mind when you’re considering hospice care. But PruittHealth brings an unmatched level of passion to serving the patients and families who enlist … Continue Reading...
A trusted institution in the upstate since the 1990s, The Willows of Easley, a Grace Management Community, is a senior living community families can count on. After all, it started as a family … Continue Reading...
It wasn’t some kind of deep desire to work in the health care field that drove Dr. Wayne Laney of Upstate Spine and Wellness, LLC, to become a chiropractor 43 years ago. Actually, Dr. Laney will admit … Continue Reading...
In the last several months, staying home has become the norm, and no one has dealt with restrictions more than the senior population. Whether giving up trips to the hairdresser and supermarket or just … Continue Reading...
The days, weeks and months have dragged on for many of us during the coronavirus pandemic. Seniors in particular have downshifted their lifestyles in order to stay safe. But at Martha Franks … Continue Reading...
Kevin Dehlinger, executive director of Sportsclub Fitness & Wellness in the Upstate, said he and his staff are constantly creating innovative programs for people who want to stay fit, especially … Continue Reading...
When working with parents and children on good oral hygiene, Dr. Rula Shalabi of Indigo Pediatric Dentistry in Easley has a simple philosophy – “Frequency is key.” Parents make many “rookie” … Continue Reading...