In Every Issue: Charleston Area Nonprofits
It’s almost impossible to overstate the impact the Special Olympics can have on the life of an athlete with an intellectual disability. Just ask Rion Holcombe about the excitement of athletic achievement and the joy of pomp and ceremony. The Spartanburg-based Special Olympic bronze medalist in the 100-meter individual medley swim will tell you. But … Read more
When exploring the beauty of the Palmetto State, it’s easy to forget how vulnerable it is to climate change and the impact that adverse weather can have on local communities. As an effort to bring awareness to the changing climate and its effects, The South Carolina 7, also known as SC7, designs family-friendly expeditions and … Read more
Have you ever wanted to make someone’s wish come true? South Carolina women have the opportunity to do just that by signing up to be members of the W.I.S.H. Society. W.I.S.H. stands for Women Inspiring Strength and Hope, and that’s exactly what these women do, explained Crystal Alifanow, director of communications at Make-A-Wish® South Carolina. “Each of … Read more
According to Harvard Medical School, Parkinson’s is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that causes nerve cells to weaken and die in the area of the brain that controls movement. When this occurs, less dopamine is produced, and the brain loses its ability to control body movement. Why these nerve cells weaken and die is still not … Read more
“Clinical studies evaluate the safety and effectiveness of investigational treatments, devices and vaccines to help prevent and treat diseases,” explained Kasie Ingram, the marketing and recruiting coordinator for Coastal Carolina Research Center, a locally-owned medical research facility in North Charleston. “Before a drug is placed on the market, it first has to go through a … Read more
Imagine for a moment that you are the loving parent of a young child. Living in South Carolina, you are more apt to be a single parent than almost anywhere else in the United States. Here, you are also at greater risk of having a baby with a low birth weight who may also have … Read more