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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 masks, social distancing and staying indoors these days, little is said about maintaining a healthy immune system. “We need to make sure our bodies are … Read more
In times of great challenge, there are opportunities for leaders to emerge and, with those leaders, new systems and ways of solving problems. COVID-19 has highlighted many of the flaws in our systems, one of those being a lack of an effective supply chain to distribute enough personal protective equipment to doctors and health care … Read more
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 he passed away in early 2020, Keegan left an imprint on his community that won’t be forgotten. Now his story is being passed around with … Read more
No one wants to think about the inevitable end of life. While we know we won’t live forever, many of us are consoled by the idea that we will leave the world a bit better than before and that our memory will remain in the lives of the people we touched. There are many ways … Read more
Rising temperatures and long, sun-soaked days are an annual signal of summer’s approach – a predicable change even in the midst of the vast irregularity of 2020 so far. Many South Carolinians are anxious to greet the season with visits to the beach, hikes and other outdoor activities, especially as most have been sequestered indoors … Read more
Overshadowed by cancers of the lung, breast and pancreas, kidney cancer often flies under the radar. Nonetheless, nationally it is seventh on the top 10 cancers ranked by new cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Although nephrologists are the kidney specialists, when cancer is suspected, a patient is most likely to … Read more