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Good oral habits start early and last a lifetime. Help your kids keep their smiles healthy with these simple tips. Smiles are supposed to be contagious. As adults, we probably aren’t putting enough emphasis on the power of a good old-fashioned ear-to-ear grin. It can brighten someone’s day or make a person feel welcome, and … Read more
Early cancer screenings can improve outcomes and survival One of the biggest problems with cancer is that early on, it sometimes presents no symptoms. As a result, in many cases, long before parts of your body start telling you that something isn’t quite right, the disease has spread its nasty tentacles, making it much more … Read more
Hearing loss is often part of the normal aging process, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t learn all you can about what you can do to help prevent it and deal with it – and why you should not let hearing loss go untreated. Causes of Hearing Loss Hearing loss typically falls into two categories: … Read more
If you’re one of the millions of Americans living with arthritis, you know that the pain can be debilitating. The condition often affects the joints we rely on the most, like the shoulders, knees, hips or hands. Being unable to move in ways you used to limits your mobility and shrinks your world. While over-the-counter … Read more
When you imagine senior care, you often picture nursing homes or assisted living facilities. That’s why Tracey May and the team at Care for Life Charleston are working not only to reduce senior hospitalizations but also to extend the years Lowcountry seniors are spending living independently. About Care for Life Charleston Serving as the company’s … Read more
Understanding Alzheimer’s: Awareness, Treatment and Hope Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in the world for Alzheimer’s care, support and research, according to Beth Sulkowski, vice president of communications for the nonprofit’s South Carolina Chapter. The Scope of Alzheimer’s in South Carolina Age is the single greatest risk factor … Read more