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Our pets are wonderful forms of therapy and stress relief. Who, after having a rough day at work, doesn’t enjoy coming home to the unconditional love of a dog? Who doesn’t feel the stress leave them as they hold a cat, stroke its fur, and listen to it purr? However, there are times when we … Read more
In May, when Peace Roseau graduates from MUSC College of Nursing as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, she will continue her lifelong commitment to heal and serve others, especially youths who live in rural areas where access to mental health providers is limited and far from equitable. Roseau’s senior year became even brighter when … Read more
It’s so easy to forget that our bones are comprised of living tissue forever in a state of change as we age. The simple act of growing another day older can decrease our bone mass, making us more prone to fractures and osteoporosis. Generally, people are prescribed a variety of ways to slow down this … Read more
Back pain has become a silent epidemic that transcends age, occupation and lifestyle. According to health experts, poor back alignment is a major contributor to this pervasive issue. With many jobs tethering individuals to desks and screens for prolonged periods, the spine is increasingly subject to unnatural postures. Hunched shoulders, forward head tilt and slouched … Read more
As the fitness landscape evolves, gyms are no longer just a realm of treadmills and dumbbells; a new breed of fitness classes is reshaping exercise routines and creating a sense of community while sculpting bodies, building stamina and offering lots of joy along the way. Fitness pioneers like Jack LaLanne started the workout momentum in … Read more
For the past 17 years, Greenville resident Anna Stankiewicz has given dance lessons to more than 2,000 people. She routinely sees youths and adults for many kinds of dances such as jazz, tap, ballet and Irish. But lately she has noticed an increasing demand among both younger and older clients that none of them ever … Read more