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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
Virtual Reality Revolutionizes Nursing Education at MUSC As if nursing school isn’t stressful enough. Your mistakes could hurt someone. Thinking quickly on your feet takes on a whole new meaning when you are still trying to learn. And then there is the blow to your confidence when someone more experienced and seasoned notices that you … Read more
For decades, a total knee or hip replacement meant a multi-day hospital stay, followed by a stint in a rehab facility. But thanks to advancements in surgical techniques, pain management and recovery protocols, many patients are now having outpatient surgery in the comfort of an ambulatory surgery center and coming home the same day. Outpatient … Read more