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Several symptoms of liver disease should warn you that a visit to your doctor is probably a good idea. They include abdominal pain and swelling; itchy skin; dark urine color; chronic fatigue; a tendency to bruise easily; loss of appetite; nausea or vomiting; pale, bloody or tar-colored stool; skin and eyes that appear yellowish; and … Read more
As we age, preventive health care becomes an increasingly important part of our overall wellness plan. From needing vaccinations before entering college to adults undergoing cancer-detecting mammograms or colonoscopies, the list is ever-expanding. So how do we keep track of it all and know when is the right time for each preventive procedure? HealthLinks compiled … Read more
The Sweatbox gym in West Ashley is just what it sounds like. If you walk in and see a “Think Boxing” trainer practicing drills with a private student, you’d be right in assuming it’s a sweaty, heart-pumping and powerful workout. What you might not guess is that it’s also a form of mental health therapy … Read more
Social isolation among seniors is a growing issue with potentially devastating outcomes, not just for seniors themselves but also for their families and friends. With an increasing aging population, it’s more important than ever to leverage the tools at our disposal to increase the meaningful connection in the lives of those we care about. In […]
A popular quote asserts: “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” But is that really true? After all, everyone ages differently, and lifestyles play a significant factor. You have probably seen YouTube videos or read stories about some 85-year-old phenom triathlete or marathon runner who seems to […]
If you or a loved one has ever been a guest in a hospital for any length of time, you know that leaving the hospital can be scary. There are often so many instructions, follow-up appointments, medications to be taken and arrangements to be made, it can feel like your health is dependent on your […]