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The internet was an incredible invention. On a personal note, I rank it right up there with the Keurig machine and three-on-three overtime ice hockey as innovations that have made our lives more fun, more interesting and more meaningful. The major issue with the online behemoth that has captured the unbridled interest and imagination of … Read more
GLP-1 Medications and the Truth Behind the Hype Summer in the Lowcountry is synonymous with bathing suit weather and, for many, a jarring reminder of unattained fitness goals and weight-loss dreams. In a world chasing quick fixes and overnight transformations, GLP-1 medications, semaglutides and tirzepatides have skyrocketed in popularity as the latest weight-loss craze. When … Read more
Pelvic floor health impacts women throughout their lifespan, but most people aren’t sure what it means or how it may apply to their daily lives. Two Charleston area physical therapists weigh in on when to seek help and provide pelvic exercises that can make a difference. What Is the Pelvic Floor? Caitlin McCurdy-Robinson, PT, DPT, … Read more
More men are being diagnosed with prostate cancer, but, thanks to greater awareness of the disease, early detection through screenings has led to fewer deaths. Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer in men – an estimated 1 in 8 males at some point will have to deal with the malady. … Read more
Skin cancer prevention and treatment Few words inspire as much fear in men and women as “You have cancer.” Besides affecting your physical and mental health, this affliction in almost any form still too often has the last word, limiting doctors in their ability to fully treat or re- move. But in an ongoing war … Read more
Why is acne a major problem for some youngsters and not for others, and what treatments and medications are available to help teens make the best of this frustrating condition? For many teens and even some adults, acne is a debilitating experience that can lead to shame, depression and a deep level of self-consciousness. Of … Read more