Stereotypical New Year’s resolutions often involve exercise and diet goals, and, after the pandemic of the past year, wellness is especially top of mind. Turning those dreams into reality requires […]
General Health
Mobile Units Let Doctors Hit the Road
When you picture a doctor’s office, plush chairs, magazines and calming music might come to mind. What you probably don’t envision is a 40-foot, three-room medical office on wheels. The […]
Don’t Let Pain Stop You
“Most injuries happen when people are compensating in some way for how their body moves,” said Jill Zimmerman, DPT, a personal trainer with more than 15 years of experience. Whether […]
Stay Healthy with an Active Mind
Could something as simple as meditating for a few minutes every day make you healthier? Mindfulness exercises increase brain activity, and studies show increased brain activity can lead to increased […]
The Bariatric Surgery Options
With more than 40% of adults in the United States classified as being obese and many more carrying excess weight and dealing with related health conditions, it’s no secret that […]
Living with Autism
Michael’s Barkery is a pet spa and boutique in Mount Pleasant with a bit of a different mission. While providing homemade dog treats, grooming services and other treats for local […]
COVID Vaccine Answers
The introduction of vaccines into our battle to survive the COVID-19 pandemic seemingly has raised more questions than it has answered. To help make sense of our current situation, we […]
Fruits of the Family Tree
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 […]
Peeps
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 […]
Fasting’s Benefits
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 […]
How Hypnosis Can Help
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 […]
Early Sports Specialization
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 […]