Positive Progress Against Alzheimer’s

National study finds early, proactive, targeted dementia care helps delay cognitive decline. What the national study found An estimated 7.2 million Americans 65 and older live with Alzheimer’s disease, a form of cognitive decline. That number is projected to nearly double by 2060, according to the National Institutes of Health, “barring the development of medical … Read more

Bridging the Gaps in Rural Health Care

The Singleton Healing Center and the Medical University of South Carolina are working to bring higher-quality health care to South Carolina’s rural communities. Singleton Healing Center’s community-based approach Access to health care in South Carolina’s rural areas has been a matter of concern for generations. This concern stems from a variety of issues, both at … Read more

Dining with the Stars

Healthy Eating Takes Center Stage in Charleston Charleston has always been a food city, featuring Lowcountry classics, seafood straight from the docks and more culinary indulgence than anyone would call “diet friendly.” Now a new chapter has started sparkling in our delicious history: Michelin stars. Naturally, we had to see what all the fuss was … Read more

10 Health Care Innovations to Watch

Inside the Breakthroughs Shaping Care in South Carolina and Beyond I’ve spent my career listening to physicians tout how technology is reshaping medicine. But in the last two years, the medical equipment, biotech, pharmaceutical and software technology has moved forward at the speed of light. From the buzz around artificial intelligence and robotic surgeries to … Read more

Mobility for Your Aging Pet

Help your senior pet stay mobile despite arthritis and aging joints. When mobility changes Perhaps you’ve seen them at the park – those adorable-looking dogs getting pushed in a stroller. Maybe they’re getting pampered a little, or perhaps they have trouble getting around. Is there an injury or is it old age? There are a … Read more

Time is Crucial With Heart Issues

Why early cardiovascular testing matters Time is precious, especially when it comes to medical treatment. Wasted time waiting for an official diagnosis or treatment plan is like the sound of a clock ticking away. How many times have we heard stories of people who had a sudden heart attack or stroke, whose life could have … Read more

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