Community Spread – Community spread of the coronavirus refers to people living within a specific area who have become infected, including those who aren’t certain how or where they became […]
General Health
Plugging into Health Care
Telemedicine – the use of remote monitoring, video conferencing and other technologies to provide health care services and consultation to patients and their caregivers – has grown exponentially in recent […]
Focus on Eye Health
A comprehensive eye exam is an important part of preventive eye care, helping identify vision problems that may need treatment and as an overall health indicator. So how often should […]
Keep your Immune System Happy
The immune system is a truly miraculous system, made up of special organs, cells and chemicals that fight infections and keep us functioning. While there is much focus on wearing […]
EMT’s on the Frontlines
Brought to you by PruittHealth Hospice Much has been discussed about what the “new normal” will look like when the coronavirus finally subsides. But for Aspen Butler and others who […]
Coping When Normalcy Disappears
On a normal school day, Amber Kneece spends four hours in the car taking her 7-year-old son, Coby, back and forth to school and therapy. That driving time represents a […]
A Fulfilled Purpose on Earth: Keegan’s Story
Keegan Johnson was a popular high school student, loved by his team members, his friends and, most of all, his supportive family. Though his life was tragically cut short when […]
The Blood Connection in the Upstate
If you are looking for a way to give back during the COVID-19 pandemic, consider giving blood. There is a need for blood donations during this time, and the folks […]
Historical Timeline of Viruses
As we populate the Earth, so do our diseases. Although we may think we are living in an unprecedented time, the COVID-19 pandemic has had companions among mankind throughout the […]
Kitchen Gadgets & Healthy Eating
Jalak Patel, a clinical dietitian with Bon Secours Health System, said when cooking and enjoying meals at home, kitchen gadgets are essential to adopting a healthy lifestyle, as well helping […]
Hand Washing
HealthLinks asked two medical professionals about the truth on hand washing. Read what Daisy Arrillaga, RN, BSN, ACRN, a nurse and clinical health promotion and education specialist at New Horizon […]
Homeless in Need of Health Care
“If you see a homeless person on the street, what you’ve actually just seen is a person. I want to highlight that fact, because many people tend to turn the […]