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With summer comes barbecues, pool parties and dockside cocktail hours. Afternoons are spent lying on sandy beaches, strolling through open-air farmers markets and perhaps even lounging from the deck of a boat. Chances are, the coming months will present lots of opportunities to enjoy the natural elements of the Lowcounty. Before slipping on sandals and […]
Summer is here, and, as much as you would like to spend these long days outdoors with your four-legged companions, there are certain precautions to consider. From dehydration and heat-related issues to nasty bug and even snake bites, not to mention lightning storms and the frightening sounds of fireworks, the summer can be a time […]
Summer Skin: From Sunburns to Acne, Summer Can Wreak Havoce on Our Skin Summertime in Charleston means playing at the beach, taking the boat out or relaxing at the neighborhood pool – anything to stay cool while enjoying a Lowcountry summer. All that time spent in the sunshine and in the water makes for a […]
Stress is the result of the demands placed on us and our ability to deal with them. These demands can come from many places and can affect people of all ages. From preschoolers to high school graduates, the pressures often added by family, friends, school and extracurricular activities can eventually weigh down the most balanced […]
Backaches seem to be as common as the cold. They can be disabling, causing you to miss work and to be absent from your own life. Sometimes the cause is obvious, such as an injury. Other times, the cause is mysterious and the cure is elusive. Anyone, even children – think about those heavy book […]
Once no more than a distraction during activities such as hiking, kayaking and bonfire-filled nights, mosquitoes are now taking a big bite out of summertime fun. In fact, they have become a source of global concern and diligent surveillance, especially in the Charleston area, where lazy rivers, creeks, swamps and marsh serve as a fertile […]