Moms who are committed to being active have to get creative in their quest to take care of their bodies. Many do so by finding a group workout that allows […]
General Health
Let There Be Mom
Kipra Anderson, founder and executive director of Let There Be Mom, said the organization’s formation is “nothing short of a God story.” She continued, “I had no experience with being […]
Don’t Judge a Doctor By Their Cover
Ever wonder whether you got better medical care if your doctor wore a traditional white coat or more casual attire? The editors at the Journal of the American Medical Association […]
The Jonathan Dean Story
It was just a routine checkup for her 4-month-old son, Jonathan – or that’s what Pam Dean thought at first. But as she watched him examine her baby, she noticed […]
The Brain and the Heart Are Connected
Diabetes, elevated blood pressure and cigarette smoking all are risk factors commonly associated with the increased prevalence of heart disease. What is not so commonly associated, however, is the link […]
Homeless Seniors
The number of older people experiencing homelessness is on the rise. The nightmare scenario can happen somewhat unexpectedly at an age where financial recovery is challenging – extended health problems […]
Those Who Never Retire
It is a well-known fact that a successful career provides a sense of accomplishment and personal satisfaction; therefore, the concept of “never retiring” is likely not surprising to most people. […]
The Importance of Vitamin D
From power walkers to dog walkers to seniors and couples, walking is in. The activity became one of the few things people could do to get out of the house […]
The Town of Boiling Springs
Over the past few decades, people all over the world have increasingly left small towns and moved to big cities where they might find better job opportunities and a diverse […]
Vaccines For People Aged 50 And Older
INFLUENZA (FLU) All adults, regardless of age, should receive the vaccine. It’s given once a year because the virus changes itself. Seniors are most vulnerable. The flu can lead to […]
The Benefits of Hospice Care
Hospice care for a loved one is not something many people want to consider or even think about. Even the word itself can make you feel suddenly helpless to prevent […]
An Update on HIV in S.C.
In an effort to reduce the risk of one pandemic, some experts fear that another has been left to fester. In 2020, HIV testing numbers were down significantly, and, while […]