Providing Much Needed Respite for Caregivers

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When talking about caregiver respite, Linda Naert, program developer with Trident Area Agency on Aging (TAAA), said, “We all know a caregiver.” And, locally, the odds are definitely quite good that we do. TAAA reported that since July 1, 2018, they have provided services to over 750 family caregivers in the tri-county area. And those […]

A Journey of Persistence, Love and Faith

Alexi Downing rides a 3 wheeler

In many ways, Alexi Downing is a typical teen. She loves the beach, riding her bike and listening to music. “She’s sweet and sassy,” said Alexi’s mom, Angela Downing. “She’s determined.” These traits have helped the 13-year-old girl, now living in Mount Pleasant, navigate life with an ultra-rare genetic disorder that causes physical and speech […]

What is Juvederm?

Juvederm® is a smooth consistency gel made of hyaluronic acid—a naturally occurring substance in your skin that helps to add volume and hydration. Your healthcare professional eases Juvederm® injectable gel under the skin to instantly restore your skin’s volume and smooth away facial wrinkles and folds, like your “smile lines” or “parentheses” (nasolabial folds—the creases […]

What is BOTOX?

BOTOX© Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. It is a nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people 18 to 65 years of age. During treatment, very low doses of BOTOX© Cosmetic are administered via a few tiny injections directly into […]

The Many Forms of Breast Cancer

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I knew my friend Sybil had breast cancer, but it was still stunning to see her arrive at lunch wearing a cap covering her bald head. She had been diagnosed many months earlier, and, although she had already gone through months of chemotherapy to shrink the cancer, she was far from finished with the treatment. […]

Knock Out Breast Cancer: Uplifting Options for Good Outcomes

Knock Out Breast Cancer

Diane Russell’s hair began falling out the day before her second treatment. It was just 25 days after she learned she had breast cancer, and she was still grappling with the diagnosis. She had noticed swelling, then lesions on her breast and thought she was suffering from an infection such as MRSA. As a medical […]

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