Charleston Health Articles

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Senior Scams Are All Too Common

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The phone rings, you don’t see the “scam likely” warning, so you answer. You’re waiting on a call from your doctor anyway. On the other end is a man who claims he is with the police department. You were summoned for jury duty, but he said you ignored the summons. You reply that you never … Read more

The Ideal Retirement Job

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For assorted reasons, many people continue to work after they retire. We explore a spectrum of the best employment opportunities for retirees seeking a job, not only to supplement their income but also to sustain a meaningful life. Why Retirees Keep Working In journalism, the 5 Ws – who, what, when, why and where – … Read more

Parkinson’s Pacers

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Golf Tournament at The Links at Stono Ferry Supports Parkinson’s, Respite and Community Wellness Programs The Links at Stono Ferry hosted a golf tournament in May that helped raise funds for three local organizations, including a group that provides those who have Parkinson’s disease with an opportunity for two vitally important pursuits: vigorous exercise and … Read more

Farm to Table: Six Things That Should be Part of a Senior’s Diet

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Have you been sprinkling blueberries over your favorite foods for years? Snacking on walnuts? Congratulations: You’re doing something right for your health. Believe it or not, experts say that there are not only foods that can improve your health but also help prevent or offset issues of aging such as dementia, stroke and arthritis. While … Read more

Sleep and Aging

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When we don’t get enough sleep, it affects our mind and body, but how much sleep do you need and does that change as you age? How Much Sleep Do Seniors Need? Dana Blalock, DDS, founder and owner of Sleep Better South Carolina, said most people need between six and eight hours of sleep a … Read more

The Lighter Side of Health Care: I Probably Won’t Cry Over Spoiled Milk

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I’m getting ready to eat breakfast, and I reach for the milk I’ve been thinking about pouring over a nourishing concoction of Grape-Nuts, blackberries and several varieties of nuts. Just for the heck of it, I put my eyeballs – with help from my reading glasses – on that near-invisible little line of type that … Read more

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