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Respite Care Charleston A common misconception among caregivers of loved ones who suffer from Alzheimer’s and dementia is that they can navigate all of the day-to-day obstacles by themselves. However, trying to do everything while never quite achieving enough often generates added pressure, stress, guilt and even resentment. By reframing the concept of asking for … Read more
Sub-Specializing Makes a Big Impact on Cancer Care Cancer care today is advancing at a rapid pace. As treatment options multiply and research grows, patients benefit most when their doctors aren’t just experts in general oncology but in the specific type of cancer they face. This growing need for sub-specialization, where oncologists dedicate deeper focus … Read more
Retina Consultants of South Carolina Retina Consultants of South Carolina is excited to welcome Jeffrey A. Brown, MD, to its practice. Dr. Brown, who earned his medical degree with honors from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, completed his ophthalmology residency at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where he served as … Read more
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
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
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